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Are Wicca, Paganism, and witchcraft the same things? Do Wiccans worship nature? Are all Pagans polytheistic? What does the pentacle symbolize? Come see if you know as much as you think you do.

A basic introduction, by a former student of Wicca. This will cover Wicca as I learned and practiced it - a genuine religion, not a convenient fantasy.

This article is about raising pagan children in a society that does is not open to paganism in general, and children being raised as pagans in specific. I have a few tips on how to negate the effects of Christianity in the home, and when to be silent.

A paper answering a few of the most common questions dealing with the Pagan family of faiths and religions. Paganism is presented not as the enemy of Christianity, but as an alternative view of the world.

Three wicca book reviews that are highly recommended

This paper will look at the aspects of Wicca from ritual ceremonies to the environment in which Wicca is practiced. Wicca is not new, it just "is".

Wicca is simply a new incarnation of a very old tradition.

Following the controversy over magic used in the real world in J.K. Rowling's 'Harry Potter' series, explore this objective guide to three popular magic-centric television shows.

A few of the problems facing neo-pagans, and the best ways they can be solved. Directed mainly at those who already are or wish to become neo-pagan.

This list below is the top ten books (in random order) I found most informative and useful when I began my studies into Wicca and Paganism.

Have you ever wondered where many Christmas traditions came from? Yule was originally a Pagan holiday and is still celebrated by Pagans around the globe.

The annual conversation between pagans and Christians has begun. Some people who celebrate Christmas in the christian tradition argue that it is purely a christian religion that took nothing from existing pagan religions of the time.

Paganism is a growing religion across the world, including the UK. Supporters in the UK have decided to petition the Prime Minister into adding their religion into the curriculum with the other 6 existing major religions.

Our scary encounter with a wicca witch.

Many Christians are led to believe that Pagans go against everything they were taught from the Bible. Most conclude that Pagans are devil worshipers and evil. Read this interview to discover what really lurks in the mind of a Pagan.

Pagan Pride festivals are helpd throughout the United States, notably during the autumn and in the spring. This article takes a look at one festival in Syracuse, New York.

Halloween and paganism is irrevocably linked in most people's minds. However, this should not be so, for modern secular Halloween and paganism actually have very little to do with each other.

Writing an article on Paganism? Here are a few tips to remember that will save you countless emails from the Pagan community pointing out the same mistakes over and over again!

Religion encourages people to look hopefully to a better world to come, minimizing the social problems of their world. A link exists between religious beliefs and societal benefit. But is there a link between religion and adolescent behavior?

Interfaith relationships between Christians and pagans are rare, but that is changing as paganism becomes more mainstream. These couples face some challenges that are more difficult than those found in an average interfaith relationship.

With a history possibly stretching back into the 1930s, the Neo-Pagans religion claim of goddess worship in the Stone Ages seems to be an outright fabrication. If this information is readily available, who perpetuates this idea?

The history of Judiac & Hermetic Kabbalah, and the rights of gentile women to study them. Written for "Women, Religion and Social Change" (December 23, 2002) from the personal prospective of a Gentile woman who is beginning to study Hermetic Kabbalah.

A short informational article describing true paganism, and true neo-paganism. Why the two terms are often confused with each other. Some personal experiences, and some good sites to visit if you would like to learn more.

Wiccan and Pagan solitaries who feel called to serve as Priests and Priestesses are looking for some firm guidelines to help them achieve their goals.

It's tough enough being a young pagan. Add dormitory living to the mix, and you've got a spell for chaos! That is, unless you follow these tips.

Purchasing pagan or metaphysical supplies can be done in any community with a little creativity and ingenuity.

Magic is Afoot is the theme of the St. Louis Pagan Picnic at Tower Grove Park featuring pagans, writers, artists, singers, belly dancers, craft demonstrators, a children's parade, and more.

A look at paganism broken down.

An explanation of what paganism and neo-paganism are, with a little bit about common beliefs.

This essay has a very logical debate with BIble references on the subject of Organized Christian Religion. With this essay I wish to make people use common sense and to open their eyes in order to see truth through the lies of the church.

An encounter I had that made me angry about religion.

A part of being a Christian is helping others as Jesus did. Families who get together to do charitable service can make the experience more meaningful by not only doing what Jesus would, but feeling as he would, too, namely: love for God and neighbor.

Religion is one of the most hotly debated issues in American politics today. Many believe the United States is a secular nation and religion should be left at the door when people step into public life. Are they right?

Overview of the Novus Spiritus religion with links to the NS homepage.

An analysis of two themes persistent across various Japanese religious traditions: purification, rituals and charms; and religion in everday life.

The Christian life is not a religion. In fact, to call it that is actually confusing, because it makes us think of rules, protocols, and techniques; it brings up images of frequent ceremonies and customs.

Rochelle Moore is my favorite authors and I cant wait for her non fiction book WITCH to be published later this year

The witch hunts from 1480 to 1700 were in part facilitated by the negative perceptions of women during the time period of their occurrence. For every male victim of the witch hunts, four females lost their lives. This essay explores the misogyny behind witch hunts.

This article describes some of the lesser known facets of the origins of the nature-based faith called "Wicca" or Witchcraft.

Greg Kokul, a teacher and philosopher, unveils the truth about our culture's view on religion, while challenging the way we think.

Marx said that religion is the opium of the masses. Vulgarising this oft-quoted saying, the close followers of Marx repudiated religion. But what Marx had wanted to mean? He never wanted to repudiate religion...

This article examines the traditional arguments that attempt to derail the religious institutions subsisting today and argue them by portraying the truth about religion being a form of faith not a science experiment.

I read Torrey Meeks' article about science trumping religion, and I couldn't help but wonder what might spawn such righteous indignation.

Religion can have a positive effect on someone social life and can lead to prosperity through religious group contacts. But even if you are religious, the benefits from your associations are not guaranteed.

The creative tension between science and religion is a good thing because it generates communication. However, scientists should speak from the laboratory, not the bully pulpit.

Art and philosophy, in both their origin and their practice, serve as the tools of religion.

Science and religion can be combined together to better understand the surrounding environment and to improve the quality of human existence.

Religion is an institution to lead people to the Truth. God is the definition of truth. There has to be a religion that has the fullness of truth because God doesn't contradict himself.

A historical and theoretical look at the human ego's role in creating religion, government and civilization. If you ever find yourself baffled by the questions that familiar voice inside your head asks, this is the article for you.

An attempt to explore some of the underlying reason for the unpopularity of religion in the West.