what would be the benefit of becoming a Wiccan v. Catholic?

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and how does one become a Wiccan?

Answer 1

One finds a coven to teach them, and gets initiated after a year and a day of study.

http://www.witchvox.com

As for the benefits of Wicca over Catholicism, I say no confession, no Catholic Guilt Syndrome, more accceptance, more individuality, and more responsibility. But that's my biased opinion. Catholicism works well for many people. So does Wicca. It's up to the individual.

Answer 2

you become more with the earth in Wicca.... i would choose Wicca over Catholic... theres so much more to believe in and actually sounds right.... if you believe something will happen then something is bound to happen.... unless what your asking is impossible... its all about your will power... you become a Wiccan...

Well first ask yourself if you want to become a Wiccan. Being a Wiccan is not easy. Wicca requires a great deal of personal discipline and effort before one becomes proficient in the craft. In fact, the learning never stops. Unlike many other religions, Wicca has few ready-made rules of behavior. In order to determine whether a particular action is moral or not, a Wiccan must analyze all of the possible consequences of the action (or lack of action) and make certain that "it harms none." After you have gained a little knowledge about Wicca, you might want to try to contact a local Wiccan coven. A coven is a group of Wiccans, typically three or more in number. Some are informally structured. Others require potential members to pass a training class before being initiated as a Wiccan; it often lasts the traditional "year and a day." There are also individual Wiccans who are not affiliated with a coven. They are often called solitary practitioners.

try here
http://www.wicca.com/celtic/wicca/howto.htm

Answer 3

Wiccans don't sell their religion, so if you want to know more about it you need to research it yourself. No religion is better than any other, they all lead to the same place and all hold validity and truth for all gods are one god. To become Wiccan, dedicate yourself to the study of the religion. Most traditions require that you spend a year and a day studying before being initiated (for a solitary Wiccan you can perform a self-initiation). A good site to start you off is: http://witchvox.com/
Happy hunting. Blessed be. )O(

Answer 4

If you need someone to tell you why you should be a Wiccan, you shouldn't be a Wiccan. You should follow the faith you agree with, not which one offers the most bonuses.

One officially acknowledges themself as Wiccan though a self-dedication ceremony or, if part of a coven, through an inititation.

Answer 5

There is no benefit. Under the attractive guise of becoming more in harmony with the environment (rather trendy, wouldn't you say) and comprehending - even controlling - the unseen forces of nature, this movement is really about power (another reason for its appeal among young people). There is power there, but the wrong kind - much like the ring of power that drove Gollum mad. Turn instead to the loving Creator rather than the creation. The Catholic Church is where you'll find the real beauty, balance, mystery, and majesty your heart is seeking.

Answer 6

Wiccan or Catholic...that is quite a leap! The two are very different. You would want to study both, experience both and then you would better be able to tell which is right for you. I think you will have your work cut out for you as there is a lot to learn in both these Paths. Good luck in your search...Blessings!

Answer 7

wicca is a religion founded on polytheistic old world religions. it is a form of earth worship, it is a religion based on the gods of the old ways, and the practice of witchcraft helps one to influence their own life as they wish, there are multiple rituals, and it takes a long time to learn and understand the ways if you didnt grow up with them. in wicca there is no view of a malevolent master (devil) because wicca believes the only evil in this world is in the heart of man. the most important phrase in wiccan tradition is harm ye none do what ye will. It is a very deep and spiritual awakening. it is a powerful understanding of the world. wiccans are mainly healers. they do not harm with magick unless absolutely necessary because of the threefold law. the threefold law states that what you put out magickally will eventually catch up and bite you in the rear three times what you did. with the gods intervention is the only way one can be exempt from the law. wiccans do not believe in heaven or hell so to speak. they believe in reincarnation, they believe in alternate supernatural realms and visit them through meditation. wiccans do not believe in death. they believe in parting because they will meet again in the next life. most wiccans are solitary but many belong to a coven. a coven consists of a high priest, a high priestess and the initiate priesthood. every wiccan whom practices is a member of the priesthood. (I am a high priest with my own coven: the circle of tuath) wiccans are reconstructionists of the pagan faith.. if you are interested pick up some books on it. like, the wiccan handbook by susan bowes, to stir a magick cauldron by silver ravenwolf, aradia, the gospel of witches, the book of shadows by gerald gardener, 777 by aleister crowley, the book of lies by aleister crowley, the keys of solomon by gregor mathers, and aleister crowley. three books of occult philosophy by cornelius agrippa, the mists of avalon by marion zimmer bradley, a wiccan bible by aj drew, the grimoire for the apprentice wizard by zell ravenhart and others. best of luck on your journey. merry part until we meet again.

Answer 8

You should be the religion you believe. If you can't decide between Wicca and Catholicism, I'd say you need to figure out your beliefs.

Answer 9

Yu would have to see which one you find more spiritually fulfilling. There is no "benefit" to either... learn and decide based on that.

Answer 10

wooo, hurray for the one letter names =D hehe