Politically I was raised as a Stalinist (!!??). But that did not really stick. Embraced Chomsky influenced anarcho-syndicalism in my early 20's.
This kind of political philosophies are rarely accompanied by religious beliefs. Especially when I grew up in the most religiously depraved country in the world (Sweden). I see the "faith" I have as more as a philosophy for practical living and understanding of the universe. Much because of my tendency to bring as much scientific theory into my world view as I incorporate "religious" believs.
I am a strong opponent to scandinavian protestantism (this does not mean that I hate christians in general). This because of that the church used to burn our ancient holy places and build churches directly upon their ashes. Our faith was conquered by the sword and we were never ment to serve under a monoteistic system.
So therefor any religion but christianity is interesting to me. My practical philosophy has a (what they nowdays call) gnostic foundation. And with that follows the study of as many religions that I can grasp. Buddhism is a big part of it, hinduism as well. Sumerian, egyptian (as well as the kabbalhistic system that followed it) and other ancient practices are also a great influences.
I find the teachings of Aleister Crowley quite interesting. Eventhough he was a freemason and (probably) very entangled in the occult side of the Illuminati. But, if you study his work you will find that it was not meant for the elite. It was meant for all of humanity. His open approach to publishing hurt him alot in the end....
Sorry for the short essay on myself but the Ego obviously took over and started ranting on overdrive.
In short, I refuse to admit devotion to any perticular faith, or embrace religious lables. Therefor it takes time to describe all the parts of my "faith".
Love under Will!