Where can I learn more about Wicca and Deities and the Rede and, well, anything else in that category? Furthermore, where can I learn how to get involved in all of it?
(Sorry, I know I sound a bit shallow.)
2007-08-03 06:03:28 · 17 answers · asked by jude 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicca
2007-08-03 06:06:48 · answer #1 · answered by Splishy 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
As a pagan of many years(over 30 if you have to know) I can only comment that books are the best way to learn most things. Read everything you can and as you read question everything you see. Ask yourself important questions...like why do are you looking for information about Wicca to begin with? Is there something lacking in the faiths you already know about? Do you see something in Wicca that might fill that need? Don't confine yourself to the idea of Wicca as the answer either. After all...All Wiccans are pagans, but not all pagans are wiccans. There are many other pagan faiths that might offer you whatever it is that you are truly looking for. I should also note that you touched a computer to ask this question...you can touch it again to find your answer. Search for the word pagan and faith/faiths. Again read everything you can but question it all untill you find the answers you need. Trust me they will scream to you when you find them. Please do not run into the open arms of Wicca thinking that it is the one true faith to answer your questions. Look long and hard before deciding the faith you are meant to follow. Everyone's path is different and the only way to find it is to learn as much as you can.
p.s. for the love of any god you want to name do not seek out answers through Wikipedia.
Blessed Be
2007-08-04 03:58:30 · answer #2 · answered by Halo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sites:
http://www.witchvox.com is a good one with a lot of information.
http://www.religioustolerance.org - look up "Wicca" for some good information about the religion in general
http://www.cog.org - Covenant of the Goddess
Authors I'd recommend:
Raymond Buckland
Scott Cunningham
Starhawk
Margot Adler
Marian Green
Mike Nichols
Dianne Sylvan
Authors to avoid:
Silver Ravenwolf (at least until you're well-enough grounded that you can separate her good stuff from her garbage)
DJ Conway
Edain McCoy
Konstantinos
Gavin & Yvonne Frost
2007-08-03 13:56:07 · answer #3 · answered by Nandina (Bunny Slipper Goddess) 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Go to Amazon.com. There a plenty of Wiccan books there along with a few readers' comments on each book. Witchvox.com will also give you current happenings and a way to meet locals in the Pagan world. Good luck, and remember, it's all about the journey, not the destination. Learn all you can!
2007-08-03 14:21:21 · answer #4 · answered by Heathen Mage 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Start at http://www.witchvox.com and http://www.spiralnature.com and read all you can.
Next, go to the Witches of the World section at Witchvox, http://groups.yahoo.com , http://www.meetup.com and http://www.livejournal.com and find pagans in your area.
For books, go to a local independent pagan store if you can (support small businesses), Amazon if there's not one around you. Avoid B&N and Borders like the plague--they only support the sale of 101-level books and are a big part of the reason the pagna publishing industry is so limited.
Two books I'd recommend you start out with:
Graham Harvey's "Contemporary Paganism" is a great introduction to neopagan religions. Nicely balanced, well written, highly recommended.
"The Four Powers: Magical Practice for Beginners of All Ages" by Nicholas Graham is the book you want to help you figure out what's out there besides neopaganism, and also to help you narrow down your focus of study. An invaluable guide.
I also have some suggestions of good and not so good books on my book review blog at http://lupabitch.wordpress.com
Read all you can, talk to people, ask questions, and when you're comfortable, start practicing. People tend to learn best by doing.
2007-08-03 18:26:16 · answer #5 · answered by Lupa 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Books are the best answer given so far. Even then, you know what will feel right. I studied wicca for a few years before meeting a priestess who taught me all about the importance of sabbats, etc. You know, there's so much more involved than spells and such. It's important to know how to clear negativity and being connected to everything. It's important to know that wicca means to harm none, including one's self. So my advice would be to start by studying the sabbats and what they mean to us, how they connect us to the earth. Then you just move forward at your own will.
2007-08-03 15:22:48 · answer #6 · answered by Tegwin 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you don't sound shallow at all. you sound like you're searching.
i have heard that witchvox is a good site (i learned everything i know from books and a teacher). you can try your local pagan/new age book shop. they will usually have stuff posted that might help you.
also most of scott cunningham's books are pretty helpful.
good luck in your search.
bright blessings to you.
2007-08-03 13:10:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nandina's post is quite excellent.
I strongly disagree with those who think books are the best way to learn...
Go to http://wicca.timerift.net to learn how to tell the bogus traditions from the decent ones (or use common sense) and then go to http://www.witchvox.com/_x.html?c=trads and find a tradition....
Learn from people AND books....even if you come to disagree with the trad you pick, having learned things in a sensical manner (first things first, advanced things as you advance, for example) will help you immensely.
2007-08-04 15:36:45 · answer #8 · answered by LabGrrl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I learned through reading lots of books. My favorite authors are Scott Cunningham and Silver RavenWolf. You can find books on the subject in the New Age section at book stores.
You'll also find that you will start meeting new people with the same interests as you gain more knowledge.
Much luck to you on your search!!
2007-08-03 13:11:22 · answer #9 · answered by Jenn 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you live in a decent sized city, you may be able to find a wiccan/pagan/"new age" bookstore. I used to go to seminars at one near my home just out of curiosity (I'm a Christian but am fascinated by all schools of thought) - they also had a newsletter that would list activities and groups to get involved in.
Good luck on your quest!
2007-08-03 13:07:45 · answer #10 · answered by boaterbunny 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I have found many useful resources in the local book store. (Bordersbooks.com) There are many, many websites on this subject as well...of which I am sure you will get a nice list from the other users. As far as becoming more involved...check out any local metaphysical shops...if not local...there are many groups on the web.
Best and Blessings to you
2007-08-03 13:08:33 · answer #11 · answered by butterflimoon 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋