How would I go about learning Wicca?

Question

It fascinates me and I have read books on it but I wouldn't know where to start I meditate and one thing I do want to is see my spirit guide? Can someone give a little information?

Answer 1

There have been some good points brought up. I don't think anyone mentioned there are spirtual consequences to practicing Witchcraft, and I don't think that gets stressed enough by followers of the Craft (and I'm guilty of that too). Yes, some people do have bad expirences in Wicca, and other forms of occultism as well. Even if one person tells you they never have had a bad expirence, that doesn't mean you won't. No one can guareentee what you will or won't do or what mistakes you may make when you practice Wicca. This is not a game.

The Good Witch's Bible for instance does come with a disclaimer that the authors are not responsible for what happens to the user, even including spirit possession. That's one reason I reccomend it so much.

This is why I bristle when I see fluffies giving out spells online like candy. They'll mention the law of return (probably learned it from watching Charmed), and then turn around and give out a "an ancient Celtic love spell" that's minutes old. Arrgh.

If you really want to learn Wicca, you have to go to a real coven that practices skyclad (nude) and really has the great rite (tantric sex), and doesn't simply stick a blade in a chalice. If they're scared to take off their clothes, their probably scared of real witchcraft too. You also sound like you're not 18 yet, so your parents would have to sign a waiver to let you join a coven (a real coven anyway).

In order to become a Wiccan, you will have to be intiated via the Great Rite by a High Priest. You cannot do this by reading a book or a website (this isn't meant to be mean, it's just reality).

A lot of people will email you and offer to "train" you. Often times these types only know what they read out of a book or a website, and haven't actually been initiated. There are just somethings you have to do in person. So, just keep those things in mind.

Answer 2

Pretty well factor to be keen on. Wiccans are in general extra welcome to me (as an atheist) than different humans of different devout paths. Scott Cunningham's A Guide for the Solitary Practicioner (I consider that's the identify) is a marvelously useful ebook. I possess it. It's very useful, main points the entire vacations and typical celebrations, the historical past, gods and goddesses, typically the whole lot. You can discover it within the metaphysical sections in so much bookstores, or the paganism phase. It's most effective approximately ten greenbacks. He additionally wrote a "sequal", if you're going to. You'll prolly see it too, even though I might take a look at studying the primary one first to type of see the way you love it. The web will also be useful, however deceptive, so do not most effective concentrate to random web pages. Good success to your travel!

Answer 3

The best book to read when you are beggining is "Wicca for the solitary practicioner" by Scott Cunningham (there is the best example on how to meditate) or "Simple Wicca" by Michelle Morgan. There are also alot of websites on starting as a Wiccan practicioner.
However, you are going too fast. Ive been Wiccan for 3 years now, Ive read over 40 books on the topic, and honestly Im still a beginner. Take things with calm, learn what Wicca is about first before you do anything(it took me 10 months to cast my first circle!) and just enjoy the process of learning.

Answer 4

Read books on it. Stores like Borders have some nice metaphysical and occult sections. You might want to read about Paganism in general, rather than just Wicca alone. Learn about the belief systems and values before spells and stuff. DON'T let anyone mislead you. Spells are not the forefront of Wicca or Paganism. Many people of the faith go their whole lives without a single spell...spells are just the same as prayers anyway.
If there are any other Pagans and/or Wiccans near you, reach out to them. They aren't going to come to you (it's not our custom to go around converting people), so you have to go to them.

Answer 5

First of all, unless you live in the middle of bible-belt land and are a quadriplegic, there's no excuse to not find a teacher. Unless you're under 18, that is.

Start with Witchvox. Do a search for the area where you live. There may be festivals and events you can attend to meet people. There may be local shops that cater to Paganfolk to hang around in or that offer beginners classes. You may be able to directly contact teaching covens in your area and ask them about what they practice and so on.

It's a good idea to know what you're looking for BEFORE you start asking around for a teacher, though, so know what you want. Are you actually wanting to learn a Lineage/Initiatory Tradition like Gardnerian or Alexandrian (or other British Traditional Wicca - that's the BTW that Black Dragon is referring to), or do you want to learn a more Goddess-oriented type of Craft, or do you want to learn hedge-witchery, or what?

Also, make sure you read the second link I provide below.

Answer 6

As far as I am concerned the C.O.G. web site is one of the best sources around.

Not trying to bash on anyone, but Wicca cannot be learned from a book, Wicca is an initiatory practice rooted in BTW.

One can learn some of what Paganism, Witchcraft and Wicca are from books, but it takes a lot more to be called Wiccan.

My best advise is to try to find someone in your area who is Wiccan who can answer your questions and possibly advise you. The Internet is great, but it can't replace human interaction.

Answer 7

The best thing to do is find a priestess or priest close to you, understand the necessity of choosing one WELL, as an advisor/teacher (getting a book on the subject is good) so you don't get maltreated or misled and learn directly from the tradition you like best.

In the interim, if you want to see your spirit guide there are various paths in order to do so, you just have to find the tradition you like best to find it (also books on the subject or find a shaman/teacher to guide you), and if you want to learn Wicca in smidges and smatters but good ones... www.witchvox.com is a great launching point.

Just remember, there are various traditions of Wicca, spirit guides and how to find one, and meditation! LOL Find what works for you and may you find an end to suffering.

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Answer 8

Some of the best places to find out information are web sites, and chat rooms with this as a topic. Just be careful of the ones that are full of it, or try to get money........anyone that truly follows it will be happy to share.

Answer 9

a lot of wicca is about your Will. what i mean is, focus on what you want, and thats half of Wicca right there. Alister Crowely says that magic is the realization of the will. i think what he means is, any time you do something, or something happens that you intended, you are 'using' magic.
there is a lot of information on differant forms of paganism that can get you started...but you said you already have been reading.
you could study paganism and gnosticism...you could try and meet other witches....you could just make up your own rituals..i mean it. a lot of wicca is about realizing what it is you want, and what methods fit you.
i hope this helps a little.

Answer 10

God, I hate all of those dumbasses who bash Wicca. I agree with a person above me, check out Scott Cunningham, he has lots of useful books.