Chivalry is a high code of honor which is of most ancient Pagan origin, and must be lived by all who follow the Old Ways. It must be kenned that thoughts and intent put forth on this middle-Earth will wax strong in otherworld’s beyond, and return...bringing into creation, on this world, that which had been sent forth. It is only by preparing our minds to be as Gods that we can ultimately attain godhead.
As was said by Shakespear: "This above all...to thine own self be true..." A Witch's word must have the validity of a signed and witness oath. Thus, give thy word sparingly, but adhere to it like iron.
Refrain from speaking ill of others, for not all truths of the matter may be known. Pass not unverified words about another, for here-say is, in a large part, a thing of falsehoods. The fury of the moment plays folly with the truth; to keep one's head is a virtue.
Contemplate always the consequences of thine acts upon others. Strive not to harm. Diverse covens may well have diverse news on love between members and with others. When a coven, clan or grove is visited or joined, one should discern quietly their practices, and abide thereby. Dignity, a gracious manner, and a good humor are much to be admired. As a Witch, you have power, and your powers wax strongly as wisdom increases. Therefore exercise discretion in the use thereof.
Courage and honor endure forever. Their echoes remain when the mountains have crumbled to dust. Pledge friendship and fealty to those who so warrant. Strengthen others of the Brethren and they shall strengthen you. Never reveal secrets of another Witch or another coven. Others have labored long and hard for them and cherish them as treasures. Though there may be differences between those of the Old Ways, those who are once-born must see nothing, and must hear nothing.
Those who follow the mysteries should be above reproach in the eyes of the world. The laws of the land should be obeyed whenever possible and within reason, for in the main they have been chosen with wisdom. Have pride in thyself, and seek perfection in body and in mind. For the Lady has said, "How can thou honor another unless thou give honor to thyself first?" Those who seek the mysteries should consider themselves as select of the Gods, for it is they who lead the race of humans to the highest of thrones and beyond the very stars...
As we are of a faith that is not generally looked well on by those of other faiths we must be prepared for attacks and thus should hold ourselves to higher standard, be prepared to take a step back before you act.
Blessed Be;
Echo
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Wiccan Rede: Full Poetic Version (No BoS is complete without it)
The Wiccan Rede
Poem Origin Unknown
(The Full of the Rede is simply “An ye Harm None, Do as Thou wilt.”)
Bide ye the Wiccan laws ye must, In perfect love and perfect trust.
Ye must live and let live, fairly take and fairly give.
Cast the Circle thrice about,
to keep unwelcome spirits out.
To bind the spell well every time,
let the spell be spoke in rhyme.
Soft of eye and light of touch, speak ye little and listen much.
Deosil go by waxing moon, chanting out the Wiccan runes.
Widdershins go by waning moon,
chanting out the baneful tune.
When the Lady's moon is new,
kiss the hand to Her times two.
When the moon rides at Her peak, then the heart's desire seek.
Heed toe North wind's mighty gale: lock the door and trim the sail.
When the wind comes from the South,
love will kiss thee on the mouth.
When the moor blows from the West,
departed spirits have no rest.
When the wind blows from the East, expect the new and set the feast.
Nine woods in the cauldron go, burn them quick and burn them slow.
Elder be the Lady's tree,
burn it not or cursed ye'll be.
When the wheel begins to turn,
let the Beltane fires burn.
When the wheel has turned to Yule, light the log and the Horned One rule.
Heed ye flower, bush and tree, by the Lady, Blessed Be.
Where the rippling waters go,
cast a stone, the truth to know.
When ye have and hold a need,
hearken not to other's greed.
With a fool no seasons spend, or be counted as his friend.
Merry Meet and Merry Part, bright the cheeks and warm the heart.
Mind the Threefold Law ye should,
three times bad and three times good.
When misfortune is enow,
wear the blue star on thy brow.
True in love ye must ever be, lest they love be false to thee.
These words the Wiccan Rede fulfill: As ye harm none, Do as ye will.
Poem Origin Unknown
(The Full of the Rede is simply “An ye Harm None, Do as Thou wilt.”)
Bide ye the Wiccan laws ye must, In perfect love and perfect trust.
Ye must live and let live, fairly take and fairly give.
Cast the Circle thrice about,
to keep unwelcome spirits out.
To bind the spell well every time,
let the spell be spoke in rhyme.
Soft of eye and light of touch, speak ye little and listen much.
Deosil go by waxing moon, chanting out the Wiccan runes.
Widdershins go by waning moon,
chanting out the baneful tune.
When the Lady's moon is new,
kiss the hand to Her times two.
When the moon rides at Her peak, then the heart's desire seek.
Heed toe North wind's mighty gale: lock the door and trim the sail.
When the wind comes from the South,
love will kiss thee on the mouth.
When the moor blows from the West,
departed spirits have no rest.
When the wind blows from the East, expect the new and set the feast.
Nine woods in the cauldron go, burn them quick and burn them slow.
Elder be the Lady's tree,
burn it not or cursed ye'll be.
When the wheel begins to turn,
let the Beltane fires burn.
When the wheel has turned to Yule, light the log and the Horned One rule.
Heed ye flower, bush and tree, by the Lady, Blessed Be.
Where the rippling waters go,
cast a stone, the truth to know.
When ye have and hold a need,
hearken not to other's greed.
With a fool no seasons spend, or be counted as his friend.
Merry Meet and Merry Part, bright the cheeks and warm the heart.
Mind the Threefold Law ye should,
three times bad and three times good.
When misfortune is enow,
wear the blue star on thy brow.
True in love ye must ever be, lest they love be false to thee.
These words the Wiccan Rede fulfill: As ye harm none, Do as ye will.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Dogma?
Sometimes, dogmas are not necessarily doctrines that have always been with the religion, but are created, as needed, to control those who are followers and sometimes to enforce those beliefs on those who are not. Dogmas are often not even in their religious books, but an idea written about that becomes Truth or sometimes certain dogmas can even be a congregation by congregation phenomenon.
I have seen it mentioned by many Pagans that there are no Pagan dogmas. But that is not true. Some common Pagan dogmas are “an it harm none, do what you will”, the belief in multiple gods, and the sacred nature of, well, nature. I think it is harmful for Pagans to say there are no Pagan dogmas because it implies that they have no concrete beliefs, which certainly is not true. For those who don’t agree with me about this issue, look at the definition of dogma:
1. Religious belief: a belief or set of beliefs that a religion holds to be true
2. Group belief: a belief or set of beliefs that a group holds as true.
There are many accepted laws of power, reed’s and creed’s that are taught readily to those new to Paganism, most written poetically with a lot of thee’s and thou’s. Reflective of manuscripts from an earlier era and other sacred texts, like the Bible, Qur’an, Book of Mormon or any other collection of scriptures. When the fact is any and or all of them are simply restating the same philosophy.
Its Not Okay to Hurt another Living Thing, or force your will on someone else.
As long as you follow that understanding, any and all other people, religions or institutions shouldn’t have a problem with you. But all religions are followed by an antithesis and any religious practitioner no matter their religion can fall victim to Hate.
Hate is the single most detestable and destructive emotion in creation, remember and be weary when voicing you’re beliefs choose your words wisely and do not ever give your beliefs a name until you are certain that those with whom you converse are of like mind.
Always remember that Hate can fuel great people to do terrible things, Hitler attempted genocide and ethnocide during WWII, it has been attempted at various levels since in Kosovo or September 11th, 2001, and many times before with the Friday the 13th massacre of the Knights Templar and the Crusades.
So while the skies are clear for us at the moment, the tides may shift, and the storm may rise. Think twice before sharing what you believe and again harder if you are betraying a family or coven to those who might not understand.
Sometimes its safer to keep a secret.
Or a Skeleton in the Closet.
I have seen it mentioned by many Pagans that there are no Pagan dogmas. But that is not true. Some common Pagan dogmas are “an it harm none, do what you will”, the belief in multiple gods, and the sacred nature of, well, nature. I think it is harmful for Pagans to say there are no Pagan dogmas because it implies that they have no concrete beliefs, which certainly is not true. For those who don’t agree with me about this issue, look at the definition of dogma:
1. Religious belief: a belief or set of beliefs that a religion holds to be true
2. Group belief: a belief or set of beliefs that a group holds as true.
There are many accepted laws of power, reed’s and creed’s that are taught readily to those new to Paganism, most written poetically with a lot of thee’s and thou’s. Reflective of manuscripts from an earlier era and other sacred texts, like the Bible, Qur’an, Book of Mormon or any other collection of scriptures. When the fact is any and or all of them are simply restating the same philosophy.
Its Not Okay to Hurt another Living Thing, or force your will on someone else.
As long as you follow that understanding, any and all other people, religions or institutions shouldn’t have a problem with you. But all religions are followed by an antithesis and any religious practitioner no matter their religion can fall victim to Hate.
Hate is the single most detestable and destructive emotion in creation, remember and be weary when voicing you’re beliefs choose your words wisely and do not ever give your beliefs a name until you are certain that those with whom you converse are of like mind.
Always remember that Hate can fuel great people to do terrible things, Hitler attempted genocide and ethnocide during WWII, it has been attempted at various levels since in Kosovo or September 11th, 2001, and many times before with the Friday the 13th massacre of the Knights Templar and the Crusades.
So while the skies are clear for us at the moment, the tides may shift, and the storm may rise. Think twice before sharing what you believe and again harder if you are betraying a family or coven to those who might not understand.
Sometimes its safer to keep a secret.
Or a Skeleton in the Closet.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Articles of Beleif....
I have heard it said that the Craft is probably more misrepresented and mis understood than any other religion. And to some degree thats true, the movie media of years gone by is to blame. Witches have often been depicted as mean, hateful,evil people who worshipped the devil, ran amuck, and wreaked untold havoc in peoples lives. Of course, nothing could be farther from the truth.
But the same could be said about the Catholic Church. Demonized heavily by the media since the eighties because of a handful of perverts that thought church made a great hiding space. Priest and Pervert have become as synonymous as Witch and Evil.
As with many other faiths we have our share of zealots, perverts and psychos, this is a naturally occuring fact in every walk of life, and like other religions we do not condone that behavior.
The way people think however, always comes back to the adage: "One bad Apple spoils the bushel."
In 1974, the Council of American Witches decided to do something about this dramatic assumption. The following principles were adopted by them to define the Craft and help its members to live more easily within societal measures. These principles still shape and guide our lives today. Regrettably the group disbanded shortly after it's adoption.
1. We prctice rites to attune ourselves with the natural rythm of life forces marked by the Phases of the Moon and Seasonal Quarters and Cross-Quarters.
2. We recognize that our intelligence gives ua a unique responsibility toward our environment. We seek to live in harmony with Nature, in ecological balance offering fulfillment to life and consciousness within an evolutionary concept.
3. We acknowledge a depth of power far greater than is apparent to the average person. Because it is far greater than ordinary, it is sometimes called "supernatural" but we see it as lying within that which is naturally potiential to all.
4. We conceive of the Creative Power in the Universe as manifesting through polarity, as masculine and feminine, and that this Creative Power lives in all people and functions through the interaction of the masculine and feminine. We value neither aboce the other, knowing each to be supportive of the other. We value sex as pleasure, as the symbol and embodiment of life, and as one of the sources of energies used in magical practice and religious worship.
5. We recognize both outer worlds and inner, or psychological worlds-sometimes known as the Spiritual World, the Collective Unconscious, the Inner Planes, and so on-and we see in the interaction of these two dimensions the basis for paranormal phenomena and magical exercises. We neglect neither dimension for the other, seeing both as necessary for our fulfillment.
6. We do not recognize any authoritarian hierarchy, but do honor those who teach, respect those who share their greater knowledge and wisdom, and acknowledge those who have courageously given of themselves in leadership.
7. We see religion, magic, and wisdom-in-living as being united in the way one views the world and lives within it- a worldview and philosophy-of-life that we identify as Witchcraft, the Wiccan Way.
8. Calling oneself "witch" does not make a witch-but neither does heredity itself, or the collecting of titles, degrees, and initiations. Witches seek to control the forces within themselves that make life possible in order to live wisely and well, without harm to others, and in harmony with Nature.
9. We acknowledge that it is the affirmation and fulfillment of life, in a continuation of evolution and development of consciuosness, that gives meaning to the Universe we know, and to our personal role within it.
10. Our only animosity toward Christianity, or toward any other religion or philosophy-of-life, is to the extent that its institutions have claimed to be "the only way" and have sought to deny freedom to others and to supress other ways of religious practice and belief.
11. As American Witches, we are not threatened by debates on the history of the Craft, the origins of various terms, the legitimacy of various aspects of different traditions. We are concerned with our present, and our future.
12. We do not accept the concept of "absolute evil" nor do we worship any entity known as "satan" or "the devil" as defined by the Christian Tradition. We do not seek power through the suffering of others, nor do we accept the concept that personal benefit can be only derived by denial to another.
13. We acknowledge that we seek within Nature for that which is contributory to our health and well being.
But the same could be said about the Catholic Church. Demonized heavily by the media since the eighties because of a handful of perverts that thought church made a great hiding space. Priest and Pervert have become as synonymous as Witch and Evil.
As with many other faiths we have our share of zealots, perverts and psychos, this is a naturally occuring fact in every walk of life, and like other religions we do not condone that behavior.
The way people think however, always comes back to the adage: "One bad Apple spoils the bushel."
In 1974, the Council of American Witches decided to do something about this dramatic assumption. The following principles were adopted by them to define the Craft and help its members to live more easily within societal measures. These principles still shape and guide our lives today. Regrettably the group disbanded shortly after it's adoption.
1. We prctice rites to attune ourselves with the natural rythm of life forces marked by the Phases of the Moon and Seasonal Quarters and Cross-Quarters.
2. We recognize that our intelligence gives ua a unique responsibility toward our environment. We seek to live in harmony with Nature, in ecological balance offering fulfillment to life and consciousness within an evolutionary concept.
3. We acknowledge a depth of power far greater than is apparent to the average person. Because it is far greater than ordinary, it is sometimes called "supernatural" but we see it as lying within that which is naturally potiential to all.
4. We conceive of the Creative Power in the Universe as manifesting through polarity, as masculine and feminine, and that this Creative Power lives in all people and functions through the interaction of the masculine and feminine. We value neither aboce the other, knowing each to be supportive of the other. We value sex as pleasure, as the symbol and embodiment of life, and as one of the sources of energies used in magical practice and religious worship.
5. We recognize both outer worlds and inner, or psychological worlds-sometimes known as the Spiritual World, the Collective Unconscious, the Inner Planes, and so on-and we see in the interaction of these two dimensions the basis for paranormal phenomena and magical exercises. We neglect neither dimension for the other, seeing both as necessary for our fulfillment.
6. We do not recognize any authoritarian hierarchy, but do honor those who teach, respect those who share their greater knowledge and wisdom, and acknowledge those who have courageously given of themselves in leadership.
7. We see religion, magic, and wisdom-in-living as being united in the way one views the world and lives within it- a worldview and philosophy-of-life that we identify as Witchcraft, the Wiccan Way.
8. Calling oneself "witch" does not make a witch-but neither does heredity itself, or the collecting of titles, degrees, and initiations. Witches seek to control the forces within themselves that make life possible in order to live wisely and well, without harm to others, and in harmony with Nature.
9. We acknowledge that it is the affirmation and fulfillment of life, in a continuation of evolution and development of consciuosness, that gives meaning to the Universe we know, and to our personal role within it.
10. Our only animosity toward Christianity, or toward any other religion or philosophy-of-life, is to the extent that its institutions have claimed to be "the only way" and have sought to deny freedom to others and to supress other ways of religious practice and belief.
11. As American Witches, we are not threatened by debates on the history of the Craft, the origins of various terms, the legitimacy of various aspects of different traditions. We are concerned with our present, and our future.
12. We do not accept the concept of "absolute evil" nor do we worship any entity known as "satan" or "the devil" as defined by the Christian Tradition. We do not seek power through the suffering of others, nor do we accept the concept that personal benefit can be only derived by denial to another.
13. We acknowledge that we seek within Nature for that which is contributory to our health and well being.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Us Vs, Them....
As so many sources feel the need to tout an “Us vs. Them” theological rhetoric, and I am well aware of what I don’t believe in, I feel the real importance is in emphasizing what I do believe. Wicca is a Neo-Pagan religion based on a deep respect for nature and the certain knowledge that we do not have the right to exploit it for our own gain. Believing that all objects possess a spirit which forms part of the Whole.
The practice of magick is real. It is important to note that magic is natural. There is nothing supernatural about it. We use certain tools such as spells, visualization, chants, candles, amulets and meditation to help us focus our power, but the power comes from within -- it is not in the tools. Our ancestors knew how to use it effectively, but it is a largely forgotten art in modern times.
A celebration of the life-forces of nature as personified by the Goddess and the God. Wicca may includes the practice of magick which is defined as the process of causing change through the focusing of our natural powers. Our ancestors knew how to use it effectively, but it is a largely forgotten art in modern times.
Wicca is a positive journey to enlightenment through Goddess worship and the mystical art of magick. Unlike many other religions, Wicca does not claim to be the one and only "religion" for everybody, nor does it campaign against other beliefs. Wicca encourages free thought, creativity, individuality, personal, spiritual and psychic growth. It is a celebration of the cycles and seasons of the earth and life and believe in living in harmony with all living things.
Blessed Be;
Echo
The practice of magick is real. It is important to note that magic is natural. There is nothing supernatural about it. We use certain tools such as spells, visualization, chants, candles, amulets and meditation to help us focus our power, but the power comes from within -- it is not in the tools. Our ancestors knew how to use it effectively, but it is a largely forgotten art in modern times.
A celebration of the life-forces of nature as personified by the Goddess and the God. Wicca may includes the practice of magick which is defined as the process of causing change through the focusing of our natural powers. Our ancestors knew how to use it effectively, but it is a largely forgotten art in modern times.
Wicca is a positive journey to enlightenment through Goddess worship and the mystical art of magick. Unlike many other religions, Wicca does not claim to be the one and only "religion" for everybody, nor does it campaign against other beliefs. Wicca encourages free thought, creativity, individuality, personal, spiritual and psychic growth. It is a celebration of the cycles and seasons of the earth and life and believe in living in harmony with all living things.
Blessed Be;
Echo
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Wicca?
I hate calling myself Wiccan. It is generally far too soft a term to describe my beleifs. However, my Father does think of himself as Wiccan and Wiccan principals helped shape me into the person I am, so it is that history that has me documenting Wicca in my BoS.
The concept of a supreme evil spirit is alien to Wicca. The devil is a Judeo-Christian construct and has nothing to do with Wicca. The notion that witches worship Satan was propounded by the Roman Catholic Church as it made its way across Europe, in an effort to suppress the native earth-based religions prevalent at the time.
They succeeded to the extent that they drove the practitioners of these religions underground where much of their knowledge and traditions were lost. Through the work of the Golden Dawn, as well as anthropological and archeological research, many of these traditions have been rediscovered and incorporated into Neo-Paganism, an umbrella term for most modern earth-based and shamanistic religions.
Wicca is believed to start from an ancient religion called Shamanism. The Shamans were medicine people, the power wielders, male and female. They wrought magick and spoke to the spirits of Nature. From these primitive beginnings arose all magick and religion including Wicca. Though refined and changed for our world, Wicca still touches our souls and causes ecstasy--awareness shifts--uniting us with Deity. Many of the teachings of Wicca are Shamanic in origin.
Modern Wicca began in England in 1939, when Gerald Gardner was initiated into a traditional British coven by Dorothy Clutterbuck (Old Dorothy). He later broke the coven's seal of secrecy and published books about the beliefs and practices of British Wiccans, because he feared the religion would die out. This began what continues to be a groundswell of people converting to Wicca.
Debate currently rages over whether Wicca is a new religion or the oldest of all religions. Some say that Wicca has been practiced continuously in Europe at least since the Ice Age. they cite Paleolithic carvings of female figures, such as the Venus of Willendorf, as evidence of Goddess worship having been the origin of all religions.
No; say others, Wicca is a neo-pagan faith, a 20th century construct.
The concept of a supreme evil spirit is alien to Wicca. The devil is a Judeo-Christian construct and has nothing to do with Wicca. The notion that witches worship Satan was propounded by the Roman Catholic Church as it made its way across Europe, in an effort to suppress the native earth-based religions prevalent at the time.
They succeeded to the extent that they drove the practitioners of these religions underground where much of their knowledge and traditions were lost. Through the work of the Golden Dawn, as well as anthropological and archeological research, many of these traditions have been rediscovered and incorporated into Neo-Paganism, an umbrella term for most modern earth-based and shamanistic religions.
Wicca is believed to start from an ancient religion called Shamanism. The Shamans were medicine people, the power wielders, male and female. They wrought magick and spoke to the spirits of Nature. From these primitive beginnings arose all magick and religion including Wicca. Though refined and changed for our world, Wicca still touches our souls and causes ecstasy--awareness shifts--uniting us with Deity. Many of the teachings of Wicca are Shamanic in origin.
Modern Wicca began in England in 1939, when Gerald Gardner was initiated into a traditional British coven by Dorothy Clutterbuck (Old Dorothy). He later broke the coven's seal of secrecy and published books about the beliefs and practices of British Wiccans, because he feared the religion would die out. This began what continues to be a groundswell of people converting to Wicca.
Debate currently rages over whether Wicca is a new religion or the oldest of all religions. Some say that Wicca has been practiced continuously in Europe at least since the Ice Age. they cite Paleolithic carvings of female figures, such as the Venus of Willendorf, as evidence of Goddess worship having been the origin of all religions.
No; say others, Wicca is a neo-pagan faith, a 20th century construct.
Friday, January 1, 2010
Defining a Pagan...
One of the main beliefs of Paganism is that the Earth is a living being and you shouldn’t take unless you offer something in return.
Most varieties of Paganism stresses is that there is cause and effect of all actions (3 fold rule).
This is not limited to spell casting, this means an awareness of the rules of nature. Some plants take over and choke others out, some plants enhance others when planted nearby. Certain trees won't grow without a companion. Learn the language of nature, you might not need to memorize everything, but know how things work together or against eachother.
Like every other religion to grace Earth, the path of Paganism has its rules and guidelines for every practitioner. It is no Rule for us to garb ourselves purely in black and meet in secret before ancient altars; with the intent of summoning the dark lord. In fact for the most part we don’t believe in the presence of a dark lord.
These structures are called laws, but are best understood as axioms or patterns of truth that influence the design of our lives. These laws are not dogmas or doctrines that set fixed rules. They are descriptions of natural energies, elemental threads that interweave and connect with everything we do or are. These natural laws reflect the elemental structures with which we craft our lives.
Most varieties of Paganism stresses is that there is cause and effect of all actions (3 fold rule).
This is not limited to spell casting, this means an awareness of the rules of nature. Some plants take over and choke others out, some plants enhance others when planted nearby. Certain trees won't grow without a companion. Learn the language of nature, you might not need to memorize everything, but know how things work together or against eachother.
Like every other religion to grace Earth, the path of Paganism has its rules and guidelines for every practitioner. It is no Rule for us to garb ourselves purely in black and meet in secret before ancient altars; with the intent of summoning the dark lord. In fact for the most part we don’t believe in the presence of a dark lord.
These structures are called laws, but are best understood as axioms or patterns of truth that influence the design of our lives. These laws are not dogmas or doctrines that set fixed rules. They are descriptions of natural energies, elemental threads that interweave and connect with everything we do or are. These natural laws reflect the elemental structures with which we craft our lives.
Defining Your Path...
Now this is questionable. On the one hand, this is a spiritual journal and you shouldn't have to explain yourself. On the other, as all people grow and change so will your path and your definition of that path.
All journals should mark your progress and growth.
So take a deep breath and tell us about yourself and your beleifs. Typically in years gone by it was normal to justify yourself by declaring yourself a Wiccan or Witch then explaining what a Witch is and is not.
By declaring what you are not you are saying that in being so, someone else would be less than you are, less worthy, less knowlageable, less correct. Now not everyone would adhere to that sentiment, but do me a favor.
Imagine you are at a party, in mixed company. And someone in the kitchen says "Oh no! I'm not a Witch."
Wouldn't your automatic response be one of discomfort? And maybe a little defensive, even to yourself, thinking "And what, Pray tell, is wrong with being a Witch?"
One key ideal with Witchcraft, Wicca or Paganism in the United States at least is that there is no "One True Path" no right and no wrong for "All Gods are but Faces of the One."
Think on it for a minute before you set pen to paper.
Blessed Be;
Echo
All journals should mark your progress and growth.
So take a deep breath and tell us about yourself and your beleifs. Typically in years gone by it was normal to justify yourself by declaring yourself a Wiccan or Witch then explaining what a Witch is and is not.
By declaring what you are not you are saying that in being so, someone else would be less than you are, less worthy, less knowlageable, less correct. Now not everyone would adhere to that sentiment, but do me a favor.
Imagine you are at a party, in mixed company. And someone in the kitchen says "Oh no! I'm not a Witch."
Wouldn't your automatic response be one of discomfort? And maybe a little defensive, even to yourself, thinking "And what, Pray tell, is wrong with being a Witch?"
One key ideal with Witchcraft, Wicca or Paganism in the United States at least is that there is no "One True Path" no right and no wrong for "All Gods are but Faces of the One."
Think on it for a minute before you set pen to paper.
Blessed Be;
Echo
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