2007-12-16 03:50:56 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Many are indeed authors, but some are not. For instance, when I first met Isaac Bonewits I hadn't realized he wrote a book. (I'm not sure if there were any of his in print at the time... though "Real Magic" was definitely in existence because many people knew him from that book)
2007-12-16 07:24:13 · update #1
I admire Starhawk for her activism, and there are others whose writings I have learned from... no one, however, exactly mirrors my beliefs.
2007-12-16 03:54:38 · answer #1 · answered by Cheryl E 7 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Tahuti, do you mean in here? If so, I would include folks such a Moon, AuntB, Prariecrow, and so many others that I simply can't list.
If you mean througout the entire Pagan community, then I would include Issaac Bonewits, Arin Murphy.Hiscock, Raymond Buckland, Raven Grimassi, Brendan Meyers Cathbad, Anna Riva, Z. Budapest, and Laurie Cabot, ALL of whom I have read and/or met.
If you mean in MY close circle of friends, then I would include Cerel Farino, Blu Katt, Morgana Smith, Kathy Grolsch and a number of other close friends who have been Witches and Pagans for MANY years.
But as ALL time Elders and Community leaders , the Gerald Gardner, Scott Cunningham, Charles Leland, Doreen Valiente all immediately come to mind. There are so many more that I just KNOW that I'm leaving out some marvelous wise folk and excellent teachers.
Brightest Blessings,
Raji the Green Witch
2007-12-16 04:43:52 · answer #2 · answered by Raji the Green Witch 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
I have always had great respect for Isaac Bonewits, his books, his founding of ADF, and his insistence on historical and intellectual honesty in the Neopagan community. For example, he was one of the first to publicly admit that Wicca is a new, not ancient, religion. The man knows his Neopagan history. I first met Isaac over ten years ago at the Wellspring Gathering at Brushwood Folklore Center. Tahuti, didn't I introduce you to him when he came to Pittsburgh to speak at Pitt?
My other favorite Pagan elders are Janet Farrar, Ray Buckland, and Lon DuQuette. Also, Frank and Darleen Barney, who are the owners of Brushwood Folklore Center, Gene Rowan who pours the sweat lodges at Brushwood, Cate and Frank Dalton who run the Craftwise festival, Eric and Dianna of Sassafras Grove ADF who have kept the torch of Druidism burning in Pittsburgh for for 15 years, and many others who's dedication and hard work I am greatly appriciative of.
Among the Honored Dead, some of my favorite Pagan Ancestors are Scott Cunningham, Stewart Farrar, Gerald Gardner, Doreen Valiente, and Aleister Crowley.
2007-12-16 10:15:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Aside from local Elders, High Priestesses, High Priests, Crones, etc that you wouldn't know...
I really look up to my friend and Wiccan author, Christopher Penczak. I enjoy talking to him immensely. Also, meeting Gavin Bone and Janet Farrar was interesting. And even though his path is not my chosen one, I love speaking with Aaron Leitch -- also very inspiring and knowledgeable for a person his age. He said that speaking with my husband and me was the highlight of Samhain. :)
Hmmm, I almost forgot Raven Grimassi and Stephanie. I met Raven last Beltaine when he put a lei over my head and consecrated me into circle. I often joke that I was "leid" by Raven Grimassi, LOL. I am not really into Stregha, but his Italian flair makes for a great converstaion.
Even if you don't fully connect with their teachings, you can take something from each of these people as they are very informed and intelligent.
2007-12-16 05:03:17 · answer #4 · answered by wiccanhpp 5 · 5⤊ 0⤋
There are several leaders of local covens that I greatly admire. Bonnie in Cincinatti and Linda in Louisville (full name withheld). But even though he has passed away I most admire Scott Cunningham. His books have inspired me so much.
2007-12-16 04:45:31 · answer #5 · answered by ruriksson 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Isaac Bonewits is a hoot. He's a bit of a gadfly on occasion and I like that.
2007-12-16 17:02:31 · answer #6 · answered by Glee 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I really enjoy Chris Penczak's books, and of course, Scott Cunningham. I prefer people I know, however...like my friend Tamara, who has studied herbalism with Rosemary Gladstar and Susun Weed. She is the absolute embodiment of Gaia...beautiful soul.
2007-12-16 04:04:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
You mean "authors"? Because I'm seeing most people answered authors.
Elders and community leaders? I've never met any.
2007-12-16 05:34:03 · answer #8 · answered by Meatwad 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
None of them. I take their work as written, suppliment it with other works, including mythology and history.
If you must make me choose, the best pagan leader was Boudeaccia. The real one, the historical figure, not someone who took on the name in hopes of being mistaken for her, or were unsatisfied with their given name.
2007-12-16 04:51:03 · answer #9 · answered by Cheese Fairy - Mummified 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Among my favourites are Scott Cunningham ( alas no longer with us), Rae Beth, Marion Green ...
2007-12-16 03:56:48 · answer #10 · answered by hedgewitch18 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Sorry not a Pagan but i'm comfortable with the belief system.
2007-12-16 04:49:30 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋