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I certainly know what I think about the subject, but I am curious as to what other people think. I've read on here for a while know that certain people like certain entities, gods, goddess, or whatever suits their fancy, either for worship, guidance, spell casting, or just because they like them. What I'd like to know is how many of you would actually consider that some of these individuals, spirits or otherwise, are actually living human beings right now. What is there to stop Athena, Gabriel, Thor, or whoever from coming down from whatever perch and live a human life? Have you ever considered that your best friend, perhaps even you, may actually be some ancient spiritual being?

Well I've seen some really weird people and I'm guessing that they might be something else

The gods are living beings,but a different form of life than human.I don't believe a god can take a physical form,but to take over another being's mind,that certainly sounds feasible.And of course,in the form of a vision ,a god may appear as anyone or thing.

alex nero wrote:The gods are living beings,but a different form of life than human.I don't believe a god can take a physical form,but to take over another being's mind,that certainly sounds feasible.And of course,in the form of a vision ,a god may appear as anyone or thing.

So you don't think a "god" can? I'm assuming because you think the the human body couldn't handle that much "energy" to contain such a being?

It's actually a lot more common than you think.I'm rather impressed you came up with the thought.They can in fact take physical form and do so on plenty of occasions.The argument of a human body being unable to handle that level of energy is nevertheless quite valid.That is in fact a significant problem.However it is normally fairly easily overcome by simply extending only a small portion of themselves into their physical form.Doing so allows them to function normally with significantly reduced risks of complications.It's not so different than the way human beings function only it's based in a more external method.There are a fair number of alternate methods as well.Some will actually seal or limit their powers to do so.Another less practical method is to acquire a physical form that only mimics a human.Generally rarely done but far more rewarding than the other methods as it grants far greater flexibility and options.In many of these cases these beings have various tells that give them away.Sheer overwhelming energy and power is one but other common tells are strange phenomena that follow the person , unusual levels of knowledge into subjects generally unknown , strange patterns of behavior reflecting their origins , often inhuman views and outlooks , strange abilities , speech patterns , and all but the best tend to simply stand out even if for no other reason.Some make the mistake of trying too hard to blend in and inadvertently cause themselves to stand out further.

If you would like something even more awkward to contemplate then know this.Some of the beings you refer to have actually risen to fairly prominent and public status.Loki is one such being guilty for doing such things.He has a rather unique sense of humor and thus saw fit to make himself noticed while still keeping his identity hidden even though he has actually made rather blunt allusions to it.I can only assume he gets a rush out of playing it as close as he possibly can without compromising himself.I will admit I certainly do appreciate his sense of humor.Bet you cannot guess which public figure actually happens to be Loki.

Recently though such situations have become more common.Many of them feel they can better reach the masses by holding positions people have high regards for therefore giving them more influence amongst the populace.It's a fairly effective way to publicize your ideals.Still many hold fast to the practices of remaining hidden and out of sight.Some come for their own amusement while others do so to further their agendas.A lot of times in the rise to fame they encounter issues when people fail to uncover any sort of past or history on them.Many compensate for it after they gain influence and cover it up.

All in all you have chosen a very interesting topic.It always brings me pleasure to encounter people of your nature.You are the sort to think outside normal boundaries and cross lines most would consider absurd or taboo.I like that.

Admiral Ackbar says "It's a trap!"

But it really isn't, hopefully some more old friends are attracted to this thread.

I haven't really thought of it in terms of gods, but I definitely have considered it in terms of non-human beings. I identify as dinosaur/dragon who achieved sentience through the meddling of a race of energy beings before coming to this body. Well, either that or I'm crazy and have a neurological condition. o.o

reptilian wrote:I haven't really thought of it in terms of gods, but I definitely have considered it in terms of non-human beings. I identify as dinosaur/dragon who achieved sentience through the meddling of a race of energy beings before coming to this body. Well, either that or I'm crazy and have a neurological condition. o.o

As long as you reserve 1-5% that you could just be crazy, I think you should run with whatever idea you have to your origins. Just remember, everything in your past helps you discover why you are the way you are right now, once you have that in your grasp you are free of it, and you are whoever you choose to be in this very moment. Finding your past identity doesn't tell you who you are or who you should be, just that nice to know sort of a thing, and it can be thrown around to prevent certain people from bothering you. I know where I have traveled, soon as they realize who I am, they stop their stupid threats.

Theres a really good book called American Gods by Neil Gaiman that covers this topic - well worth a read, if youre looking for excellent fiction. As for otherkin dragon souls living in the bodies of humans, I dont see why not - some people identify as the other gender, so I dont see why some people shouldnt identify as mythical races too.

There is also a TV show that hubby started watching recently,called the Amazing Johnsons.It's from NZ Case,you heard of it?

It's about a family who are 'avatars' of the Aesir pantheon. [cool] He loves it,but I am doubtful,lol,as it seems a bit 'charmedesque' so far. [crazy]

Nahemah wrote:There is also a TV show that hubby started watching recently,called the Amazing Johnsons.It's from NZ Case,you heard of it?

It's about a family who are 'avatars' of the Aesir pantheon. [cool] He loves it,but I am doubtful,lol,as it seems a bit 'charmedesque' so far. [crazy]

I've heard of it, but Ive never watched it. I know people who really like it though and people who, like you, think its just dodgy. Im not much of a TV watcher myself though, so a TV series tends to pass me by unless I make a serious effort to watch it.

American Gods is less about the fact gods have reincarnated and more about the rise of the "new" American Gods of money, celebrities, etc. While I understand there is a back and forth between the two groups, I think the point where the book (even as fiction) is coming from is the development of new deities based on what we tend to worship, rather than focusing on the reincarnation of the old ones to fight the new.

Yeah, I believe that it's not only possible, but true.

Definitely think it is a plausible idea.
In my mind things can be extended to great and various degrees. A godform I believe could choose to manifest as a number of people, objects, events, thoughts etc. all at once if they had the power and so chose... You may be the metaphorical toe of some ancient energetic being

Stukov wrote:American Gods is less about the fact gods have reincarnated and more about the rise of the "new" American Gods of money, celebrities, etc. While I understand there is a back and forth between the two groups, I think the point where the book (even as fiction) is coming from is the development of new deities based on what we tend to worship, rather than focusing on the reincarnation of the old ones to fight the new.

Its also about the gods of various pantheons walking around among us.

I think it's possible,certainly.

Hereabouts it used to be commonly understood,that some who move amongst us or cross our paths,are not quite or fully human.
Sidhe interactions with us folk is the very lifeblood of our stories,lores and legends and has been so for a very long time.

Nahemah wrote:I think it's possible,certainly.

Hereabouts it used to be commonly understood,that some who move amongst us or cross our paths,are not quite or fully human.
Sidhe interactions with us folk is the very lifeblood of our stories,lores and legends and has been so for a very long time.

The Sidhe, now there is a group of folk that have intertwined in human life and lore for some time.