If I call myself a witch, am I?

Question

Does reading and believing qualify someone to call themselves a witch. Or, does it require completion of an established curriculm? The publications and websites all agree on a "nature-based" aspect but little else.

I consider myself a seeker. My desire is to be used by the Goddess in her divine wisdom. I feel drawn to this statement "Vessel of Light and Channel for Grace".

Blessed be.

Answer 1

Only you can answer that question.

Witches are born, not made. You've always known what you were at some level if you are.

As long as you follow our Divine Mother Goddess and harm none, you can probably consider yourself a Witch with a capital 'w'.

That's not an excuse not to study, though. There is much to learn.

Answer 2

if u consider yourself a seeker then that is what u r. be content with that and not the qt. The true meaning of being a witch has been perverted in the last ten or so years to include herbalist or to mean a person whom uses natural meds to heal. if u believe in a god head u can't believe in anything other.witches believe there is some kind of natural power emanating of rocks,trees,and shush that can be tappet into to create a given result. if shush power does exist and there are good and bad witches y don't we see it? i mean it is a old practices if there was any thing to it i would be the norm i siosity not Christianity or Buddhism. the same with calling God famine.In history gods where male or female. not anymore except by a few who can't stand God being male.

Answer 3

I guess I have to say it again (for others, not you)
Not all witches are Wiccan.
That being said, there is no established curriculum that you have to complete to become a witch.
You have taken the first steps as "a seeker". My suggestion is to continue to read books regarding witchcraft practices and history (but please avoid Ravenwolf. she actually encourages deception and is very nasty to other faiths).
You can begin spell work when you feel that you are ready for it. Spells that are self-written are always the best. The easiest way to get started is by using visualization techniques. Always keep the rede in mind. I have been a practicing witch for over 40 years and I am still learning. When it becomes your lifestyle then you can call yourself a witch in confidence! But it is your call, no one elses! If you feel that you are a witch then as far as I am concerned, you are a witch!
BTW You have a wonderful attitude!
BB
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Answer 4

Historically women were burned at the stake for being 'witches' when they found herbs were successful for medical treatment. Men are hunters, women are gatherers. These treatments were so successful that doctors (under the cover of night) sought their help...apparently their own treatments were similar to snake-oil. Superstitions grew and the power of suggestion convinced vulnerable people that rituals, predictions and costly treatments were necessary to heal them. Vulnerable people were easily manipulated into believing they would be striken by a dark force. A persons belief system and actions have immense power. It's medical and spiritual fact. I don't want to offende you, being a seeker is valuable but I'd be careful about witchcraft. We all are born with wisdom to influence positively or negatively. Gods on Mt. Olympus originally represented the inborn nature and potential of humankind. Athena represented wisdom, fertility, useful arts and prudent war. Apparently it began to be a negative practice. Try googling for personal histories of people who have suffered because of it's practice. One step over the line can push a person into more serious practice - use of human sacrifice, vampirism, killing animals etc. Notice the results of witchcraft practiced on halloween. Dead black cats are found in abundance. Please continue to use your sensitivity by being kind to people and treating yourself respectfully. That is 'magic' enough and it is profoundly healing.

Answer 5

The original Aramaic word translated in the bible as "witch" really meant "poisoner."

"...not suffer a witch to live" really was a call to execute that guy who fed poison to Uncle Herbert last week. Maybe not the most enlightened approach to penology, but understandable.

This was later exploited to attack practitioners of competing religions and to scapegoat old ladies who cultivated a reputation for "witchcraft" as a means of self defense.

So unless you've poisoned someone, in reality, you're not a "witch." However, according to the brands of mythology promoted by both "mainstream" and "alternative" religions, I believe you are if you proclaim that you are - although if I'm not mistaken the Wiccans have a graduation ceremony that you have to go through, something involving a dagger if I remember correctly.

Answer 6

You are what you establish yourself to be.

My fiancee is Pagan, and considers herself a witch. She does not belong to a coven and was not "blessed" by any human.

Answer 7

The real question is, are you seeking validation or condemnation from the other witches on Y!A? To quote one of my favorite bands from my youth, "Be exactly who you want to be, do what you want to do. I am he and she is she but, you're the only you. No one else has got your eyes, can see the things you see. Its up to you to change your life, and my life's up to me."

Answer 8

if you study and belief and practice then yes you are a witch if that is what you feel your self to be.you are a solitary if you practice by your self.you dont have to blessed by a priestess to be a witch and you dont have to join a coven.if you belive as a witch then yes you may call yourself a witch.

Answer 9

"Sitting in a garage doesn't make you a car"

Words are just groups of sounds that are understood by society to have a given meaning. Call yourself whatever you want, it will not change who you are.

Answer 10

is that the spiritual path that you want to follow then yes, but if it isnt where you belong in this life Id find out where you truely belong.
Id want to ask myself why did i believe in wicca or another path to find your answer.