Editing Altar (section)

==Neopaganism==
In [[neopaganism]] there is a wide variety of ritual practice, running the gamut from a very eclectic [[syncretism]] to strict [[polytheistic reconstructionism]]. Many of these groups make use of altars. Some are constructed merely of rough-hewn or stacked stone, and some are made of fine wood or other finished material.

===Wicca===
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===Neo-Druidism===
Modern [[Neo-Druidism]] may also make use of altars, often erected in [[Grove (nature)|grove]]s. Though little is known of the specific religious beliefs and practices presided over by the ancient [[Druids]], modern people who identify themselves as Druids are free to incorporate their imagination in developing ceremonies and the use of ritual objects in keeping with their belief system. The "Order of Common Worship" of the [[Reformed Druids of North America]]' ''Liturgy of the Druids''<ref>{{cite web |url=http://orgs.carleton.edu/Druids/ARDA/ARDA-03.pdf |title=Liturgy of the Druids |website=orgs.carleton.edu |publisher=New Reformed Druids of North America}}</ref> calls for a fire to be started "in or near the altar" and makes use of various objects such as a chalice, staves, and a plant offering. If no altar is used, the objects may be placed on the ground.