2007-11-01 01:05:37 · 8 answers · asked by =42 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Wicca is a religion. I very strongly believe that if you do not consider your beliefs a religion, then they are not Wicca (although they may be influenced by Wicca or share similarities with Wicca.) Saying you are Wiccan without gods is like saying you're a Christian but don't believe in Jesus.
2007-11-01 07:10:23 · answer #1 · answered by Nightwind 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beliefs in Wicca
The following list of affirmations and denials are held by most Wiccans. But because there are differences among Wiccan traditions, not every we can will affirm or deny every statement listed here. Nevertheless, the list is accepted by almost all Wiccans
Affirms
The existence of a supreme divine power known as "The One," or "The All"
"The All" is not separate from the universe, but part of it.
That from "The All" came the god and goddess.
That the god and goddess are manifested in various forms in the universe.
Nature worship and, therefore, environmental concerns are high.
Divinity is within
Biological evolution.
That there are different and valid paths to finding the truth about God.
That all creatures have a life force, a soul.
The male and female principles are in balance throughout the universe.
The equality of the sexes.
That each person has male and female aspects that need to be balanced.
Multiple reincarnations
The teaching of karma
The practice of rituals designed to attune Wiccans to the natural life forces.
That upon death a person is released back to a place called Summerland
That different paths to spirituality are acceptable as long as they don't hurt anyone
Personal responsibility for one's actions
Denies
The concept of Heaven and Hell (Matt. 25:46)
The existence of the Devil and the worship of the devil, Lucifer, etc. (Matt. 4:1ff)
The existence of absolute evil (Psalm 34:14; 35:10)
The inspiration and authority of the Bible (2 Tim. 3:16)
A need for salvation (Rom. 3:23)
Moral absolutes (Exodus 20)
That Jesus is the only way to salvation (John 14:6).
The male headship presented by Christianity (Eph. 4:11; Eph. 5)
A religious authoritative hierarchy (Eph. 4:11; Eph. 5)
The concept that humanity is to subdue the earth (Gen. 1:28).
2007-11-01 08:15:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Any religious belief is a life style choice to a person who is a free thinker. Regardless if it's wiccan or any other. It dictates how you choose to conduct yourself in the world.
Unless, of course, if you've had your religion forced upon you by others. Then I could see how there would be a conflict in terms .
2007-11-01 09:16:42 · answer #3 · answered by Orestes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wicca is a religion that influences how a Wiccan lives their life, basically the same idea for how Judaism affects a Jew's life.
2007-11-01 08:35:43 · answer #4 · answered by BlueManticore 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
wicca is normally considered a religion while witchcraft is considered a practice. but it's also a lifestyle - you live your religion every day
2007-11-01 08:14:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I consider it both. Because it is a way to honor/worship the God and Goddess but it also affects my lifestyle.
2007-11-01 08:08:30 · answer #6 · answered by Keltasia 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A religion, just like any other
2007-11-01 08:08:47 · answer #7 · answered by Gyspy Soul 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They consider it both, but it's really a cult.
2007-11-01 08:18:41 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋