Read the books by Scott Cunningham and Ray Buckland. Both will set you on the best path for you. Silver Ravenwolf has some nice stuff, but is seen "fluffy" by alot of Pagans/Wiccans. Personally, if you enjoy reading things that don't talk down to you, try her books, too.
Learning witchcraft is not something you will learn overnight, but if it is for you, is worth it. Blessed Be!!!
2006-10-24 05:46:28
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answered by drewsilla01 4
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http://www.witchvox.com - Neo-Pagan Networking on the net' since 1997
http://www.fileden.com/files/2006/10/3/258489/MaidenMoon1%5B1%5D.1.pdf - MaidenMoon a free online book on advanced Wicca 101 style material
http://www.jesus.com.au/html/page/wicca - Christians and Wiccans some mutual challenges
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicca - Wikipedia on Wicca
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Occultism - Wikipedia on Occultism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paganism - Wikipedia on Paganism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neo-Paganism - Wikipedia on Neo-Paganism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witchcraft - Wikipedia on Witchcraft
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Here are a brief few moral tenets to Wicca/ Witchcraft:
The Wiccan Rede: (long Version)
Bide within the law you must, In perfect love and perfect trust. Live you must and let to live, Fairly take and fairly give.
For tread that Circle thrice about To keep unwelcome spirits out. To bind the spell well every time Let the spell be said in rhyme
Light of the eye and soft to touch, Speak you little, listen much. Honor the old ones in deed and name. Let love and light be our guides again.
Deosil go by the waxing moon, Chanting out the joyful tune. Winddershins go where the moon doth wane, And the warewolf howls by the dead wolfsbane.
When the Lady's moon is new, Kiss the hand to Her times two. When the moon rides at Her peak, Then you heart's desires seek.
Head the North winds mighty gale, Lock the door and trim the sail. When the wind blows from the East, Expect the new and set the feast. When the wind comes from the South, Love will kiss you on the mouth. When the wind whispers from the West, All hearts will find peace and rest.
Nine woods in the cauldron go, Burn them fast and burn them slow. Birch in the fire goes To represent what the Lady knows. Oak in the forest towers with the might, In the fire it brings the God's insight. Rowan is a tree of power, Causing life and magic to flower. Willows at the waterside stand Ready to help us to the Summer-land. Hawthorn is burned to purify And to draw faerie to your eye. Hazel - the tree of wisdom and learning Adds its strength to the bright fire burning. White are the flowers of Apple Tree That brings us fruits of fertility. Grapes grown upon the vine Giving us both joy and wine. Fir does mark the evergreen To represent immortality seen. Eldar is the Lady's tree. Burn it not or cursed you'll be.
Four times the Major Sabbats mark In the light and in the dark. As the old year starts to wane, The new begins, it's now Samhain. When the time for Imbolc shows, Watch for flowers through the snow. When the wheel begins to turn Soon the Beltane fires will burn. As the wheel turns to Lamas night, Power is brought to magic rite. Four times the Minor Sabbats fall; Use the sun to mark them all. When the wheel has turned to Yule, Light the log; the Horned One rules. In the spring, when night equals day, Time for Ostra to come our way. When the Sun has reached its height, Time for Oak and Holly to fight. Harvesting comes to one and all When the Autumn Equinox does fall. Heed the flower, bush, and tree By the Lady blessed you'll be.
Where the rippling waters go Cast a stone, the truth you'll know. When you have and hold a need, Harken not to others' greed.
With a fool no season spend, Or be counted as his friend. Merry Meet and Merry Part Bright the cheeks and warm the heart. Mind the Three-fold Laws you should. Three times bad and three times good. When misfortune is enow Wear the star upon your brow.
Be true in love; this you must do Unless your love is false to you. These eight words the Rede fulfill: "An ye harm none, Do what ye will."
13 Goals Of a Witch:
1. Know yourself 2. Know your craft 3. Learn 4. Apply knowledge with wisdom 5. Achieve balance 6. Keep your words in good order 7. Keep your thoughts in good order 8. Celebrate life 9. Attune with the cycles of the Earth 10. Breathe and eat correctly 11. Exercise the body 12. Meditate 13. Honor the Goddess and the God
The Witches Rede of Chivalry:
In so far as the Craft of the wise is the most ancient and most honorable creed of humankind. It behooves all who are witches to act in ways that give respect to the old gods, to their sisters and brothers of the craft, and to themselves. Therefore, be it noted that:
Chivalry is a high code of honor, which is of most ancient pagan origin, and must be lived by all who follow thee old ways.
It must be known that thoughts and intent put forth on this middle-earth will wax strong in otherworlds beyond, and return...bringing into creation, on this world, that which had been sent for. Thus one should exercise discipline, for "As ye do plant, so shall ye harvest".
It is only by preparing our minds to be as Gods that we can ultimately attain godhead.
"This above all...to thine own self be true."
A Witch's word must have the validity of a signed and witnessed oath. Thus they give word sparingly, but adhere to it like iron.
Refrain from speaking ill of others, for not all truths of the matter may not be known.
Pass not unverified words about another, for hearsay is, in a large part, a thing of falsehoods.
Be thou honest with others, and have them know that honesty is likewise expected of them.
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 thou hast power, and 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 other of the brethren and they shall strengthen thee.
Thou shall not reveal secrets of another Witch to 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 bear 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 with 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 thrones and beyond the very stars.
The Law of Power: by: Scott Cunningham
The power shall not be used to bring harm, to injure or control others. But, if the need rises, the Power shall be used to protect your life and the lives of others.
The Power is used only as need dictates.
The Power can be used for your own gain, as long as by doing so you harm none.
It is unwise to accept money for use of the Power, for it quickly controls its taker. Be not as those of other religions.
Use not the Power for prideful gain, for such cheapens the mysteries of Wicca and magic.
Ever remember that the Power is the sacred gift of the Goddess and God, and should never be misused or abused.
2006-10-23 21:00:01
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answered by Paul - I Am Filled With Duality 1
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