I just want to know your opinions. And how many have the wrong view on it.
2006-09-05 14:56:12 · 25 answers · asked by Greg 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I believe that we all have a right to believe what we want...but for me ,witchcraft is wrong...I choose to believe in my Creator and Father who gave me life and breath and by whose grace and mercy I am alive.
2006-09-05 15:01:40 · answer #1 · answered by jeanette98070 2 · 4⤊ 1⤋
I have firsthand experience with Wicca, witchcraft, hoodoo, etc. Before I became a Christian I practiced and learned about a lot of these religions. When I was into witchcraft, I thought it was really cool because I could cast spells and make things happen. After I became a Christian, I found that God's power was so much stronger than Satan's. Even after becoming a Christian, I was still haunted by the demons that I allowed into my life. It wasn't until after a deliverance that I was fully able to let go of its hold on me.
2006-09-05 22:14:53 · answer #2 · answered by shybusch 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Growing up I always thought Wiccan was a beautiful practice. However as I have gotten older and became a Christian I think the idea is beautiful but futile and only keeps one form the truth.
I know nothing about witchcraft and will not comment.
I do believe Christ is the only way to heaven, and I know there is so much hate or whatever you want to call it between Christians and other beliefs here and I think its wrong on both sides to be so nasty to one another.
Bless all!
2006-09-05 22:06:53 · answer #3 · answered by niaflower 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
here we go... did took a while for me to absord the question and try to eke out an answer for the sake of your curiosity...
Now i'm a Catholic and here's my view on it...
Wicca or witchcraft would depend on how it is practice. but the reality is, wicca (witchcraft) is a pagan way of worshipping the elements (earth, water, air, fire and sometimes hearth and heart) of mother nature. reflecting on these thoughts, if i abhor and disregard it as evil, what would those practitioners think of me if i cut down logs or smog the earth or put out the fire or burn trees, an evil man? same query as yours, right? but in our view, logical anti-environmentalist... also, the claim that it's satanic is just purely factual... true practitioners of it adhere's mother nature's gifts and are actually better in displaying their concerns with what she gave us... would we call it evil them? those practicing wicca?
thus, i see them and respect them... theirs is a wonderful way of showing how to appreciate what the earth is all about. and how we should take care of our abode too... question is, do we see that way too?
2006-09-05 22:30:27 · answer #4 · answered by VeRDuGo 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Nature. Wiccans learn from and worship nature by celebrating the cycles of the sun, and the cycles of the moon. We look into ourselves for the cycles within that correspond to those of the natural world, and try to move in harmony with the movement of life. Our teachers come in the form of trees, rivers, lakes, meadows, and mountains, as well as other humans who have walked the path before us. This belief infers a reverence and respect for the environment, and all of life upon the Earth We revere the spirits of the elements that create our world. Air, Fire, Water, and Earth combine to manifest all creation. From these four elements we gain wisdom, and understanding of how the universe unfolds. The rhythms of nature are the rhythms of our lives. Wiccans attempt to dance in step with the pulse of the Earth
Wiccans have nothing to do with witchcrat!
2006-09-05 22:07:51 · answer #5 · answered by cin_ann_43 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Witch craft is one of the oldest religions out there. Wicca is kind of rediculous and only being 50-60 years old it is ever changing.
Christians use witch craft on a day to day bases. They "talk to their god and ask him to do things or for things". It is the same with witch craft, you ask higher powers to work through you to accomplish things.
Different? No, but christians will say it is. They are holier than others, especially those who though up their religious practices first.
2006-09-05 22:00:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
So many Christians on this site want tolerance and understanding of their beliefs but they are SO harsh when it comes to what others believe in.
It's depressing! I wish people would do research beyond the bible before making such uninformed judgements on things.
/Not Wiccan but I respect others rights to their own beliefs
2006-09-05 22:17:02 · answer #7 · answered by Miss. Bliss 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think it is messing with things that need to be left alone. Wether it's real or not, people shouldn't be messing with sorcery. Not only is the understanding of witchcraft incomplete and therefore dangerous, it's just better to leave some things alone.
As for my personal beliefs as to whether it's right or wrong: it's wrong. God says not to deal in sorcery or witchcraft. Even though Wiccans believe it's supposed to be used for only good (blah blah blah the whole "it'll come back sevenfold" or whatever), it's still wrong.
2006-09-05 22:04:01 · answer #8 · answered by Alecto 5 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I believe it is an older religion that used to be run by woman. They used it to heal and calm people who were having problems. Their men were warriors and vikings (which can be a little crazy) so women used spiritual pronouncements, herbs and rituals to empower themselves. When Christianity took over (using mostly men) the women had to drop it or die. Then when people were exerting their rights in America (in the 1960's and 70's) it came back. It's harmless but enriching to those who practice.
2006-09-05 22:03:50 · answer #9 · answered by Reba K 6 · 3⤊ 2⤋
The Bible strictly preaches against witchcraft. There are numerous scriptures that talk against that kind of practice. I wouldn't want to do it, it would be like summoning satan.
2006-09-05 22:01:59 · answer #10 · answered by pooh bear 4 · 2⤊ 3⤋