i dont need any harsh comments either.
but i was thinking about maybe learning. any help would be nice.
2006-12-23 03:54:04 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Merry Meet,
Here are some good books for you to start with:
'Wicca for the Solitary Practioner' by Scott Cunningham
'The Power of the Witch' by Laurie Cabot
'The Craft: A Witch's Book of Shadows' by Dorothy Morrison
'True Magick A Beginner's Guide' by Amber K
The links below can assist you if you need a place to purchase books.amazon.com and barnes & noble also carry many of these, and your local library may also have them available.
You may also want to look at witchvox.com for networking possibilities.
Many blessings on your search for the path that is right for you.
Kallan
2006-12-23 04:22:39 · answer #1 · answered by Kallan 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Pagans and the Law by Dana Eilers
The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft - Ronald Hutton (a teeny bit more advanced)
Witchcraft Today - Gerald B. Gardner.
Witchdom of the True - Edred Thorsson
Wicca: the Old Religion in the New Milennium - Vivianne Crowley
Advanced Wiccan Spirituality - Kevin Saunders
The Elements of Ritual: Air, Fire, Water & Earth in the Wiccan Circle - Deborah Lipp
Witch Crafting: A Spiritual Guide to Making Magic - by Phyllis W. Curott
Positive Magic - Marion Weinstein
The Circle Within: Creating a Wiccan Spiritual Tradition - Dianne Sylvan
Book of Shadows - Phyllis Curott
The Second Circle - Venecia Rauls
The Heart of Wicca: Wise Words from a Crone on the Path - Ellen Cannon Reed
Evolutionary Witchcraft - T. Thorn Coyle
The Wiccan Path: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner - Rae Beth
21st Century Wicca - Jennifer Hunter
Witchcraft: A Concise Guide - Isaac Bonewits
Way of Four - Deborah Lipp
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stay away from:
Silver RavenWolf,
The Idiot's Guide to Wicca and WitchCraft by Denise Zimermann,
and anything by Gavin and Yvonne Frost
2006-12-23 07:11:38 · answer #2 · answered by AmyB 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are some great starter books out there.
1) Wicca for Life: The Way of the Craft from Birth to Summerland by Raymond Buckland
2) Edain McCoy's Making Magick,
3) Scott Cunningham's Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practicioner, 4) Scott Cunningham's Earth, Air, Fire, Water,
5) Scott Cunningham's Earth Power
6) AJ Drew's Wicca for Men (good for women too)
2006-12-25 18:51:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything NOT written by Silver RavenWolf. Trust me on this one. You might know some Wiccan who try to get you to read her garbage, but it's just that: garbage. Scott Cunningham's work is specifically designed for the beginner, at least most of it is. He's a great writer, may the gods bless him. Ray Buckland is also good, and Raven Grimassi, if you're into Italian Witchcraft. I wouldn't recommend Starhawk until you've read at least five or six books on the Craft. While good, her writing is difficult for beginners. And don't listen to these bible-thumpers. They don't know about the Craft and are just trying to keep you from thinking for yourself. Good luck to you, and if you need any more advice, I am High Priestess of a coven and would be happy to help. Blessed be!
Hey Hot Digity, Wicca is not for teenagers. If it was just for teens why are there so many adults and senior citizens who are practitioners? And thanks for the offer, but I think I'll stay away from your penis. I have enough tic-tacs already.
2006-12-23 04:07:29 · answer #4 · answered by Maria Isabel 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Maria and Kallan are correct in their suggestions. Cunningham is a brilliant writer for beginners, but I wouldn't personally recommend Gardner until you know more about Wicca and it's different traditions.
I would stay away from $ilver Ravingfraud, as she tends to cater for simple minded teens, at least until you know more about it.
I would disagree with Rev. Amy on the Idiots Guide, I have found it quite informative and is good and basic for beginnners. It isn't terribly in depth, but is a good starting point.
Amber K is a good author, but I find her very in depth, and so wouldn't recommend her as a first read.
BB
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2006-12-25 04:27:48 · answer #5 · answered by Seph7 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, I would suggest looking on the internet and reading a little about what exactly you want to learn.
Being someone who has tried Wicca before (me), I would also strongly suggest not trying this stuff alone. Try to find someone who has done it before and knows what they are doing.
If you are trying to conjur up spirits, it could be dangerous. You don't want to invite the wrong spirits to your home.
Maybe, go to a store in your area who sells candles, books, and what-not and see if anyone there has any good insight for you.
Like I said, I've tried it before, but that doesn't mean that I still practice it. Also, think of what your family/close friends might think of you if you are doing this. Will they approve of it?
Good luck..
2006-12-23 03:59:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋
I will never understand people who would rather steal than pay $2 for a book and give an author and/or his heirs their due.
2016-05-23 01:51:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to a library or bookstore and type "wicca" in a subject search. You may also try "pagan"
2006-12-23 04:06:27 · answer #8 · answered by Katharine A 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
"The Fine Art of Creating Wicca Furniture" by Thelma Saulsberg.
2006-12-23 04:06:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
You should read "Atheist Universe: Why God Had Nothing To Do With It" by David Mills.
That way you can completely abadon this whacky superstitious nonsense called "religion."
2006-12-23 03:56:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋