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Are teens today choosing a religion for personal reasons or are they just rebelling? What can their parents do to help, instead of hinder, this decision?
a brief overview of the basic tenants of Wicca that define it as a religion/
Teens' natural curiosity can be quite disturbing when they begin to question their religious background. What can parents do to bring their teens back to Christianity, without pushing them further away?
Where does witchcraft fit into the religion of Wicca? What do Wiccans believe about the source of magic and proper usage? Are their laws governing what Wiccan witches can and can't do with their magic?
The history of witchcraft can be traced as far back as 10,000 years ago, but was brought to the attention of mainstream society by Gerald Brosseau Gardner in 1954.
Number of Wiccans in US/Wiccan History lesson
The key to navigating problems when guiding a child down a religious path is to be prepared, and that is what we are going to do today: talk about how to be prepared to deal with the issues that come up when trying to raise Pagan kids.
Wicca is a nature oriented religion which centers around a single deity (known as the All) which encompasses all things in the universe and without.
A look at the moral question marks hanging over the use of love spells within Wicca, and how they are commonly used.
It's easy to get the terms "Wicca" and "Witchcraft" confused, as even many authors have used the terms interchangeably. Though not mutually exclusive, the terms are no longer (if they ever were) synonymous.
When the media discover, usually around Halloween, that there are witches in the neighborhood things can sometimes get complicated. Most people, Wiccans and Pagans included, are not very skilled at public relations.
Some say that witchcraft and Wicca is the work of the devil, while others say it is a nature-based religion of peace. So what is the truth behind this "alternative" faith? And what is the difference between a Wiccan and a Witch?
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?
This article is in response to another article which tells about how harmful Wicca can be to young teens. In this article I hope to show how Wicca truly is, and how we can truly empower people, child or adult, with love and divinity.
1 burned alive at Verkhnesadovye. And a 55 year old woman doused with gasoline and set afire at Hammanskraael, South Africa. These people, condemned as witches, were not persecuted in the 16th or 17th century. The latest headlines are right now.
An introduction to Wiccan spells and rituals, as well as why and how they are actually performed.
The Wiccans don't follow the Ten Commandments, so what law does determine their mortality? What do they believe about right and wrong?
Wicca used to be practiced in secret for fear of what others would think, although more people know about Wicca and what it means to be Wiccan, there are still those out there that think it's evil.
Tips and tricks from a pagan/Wiccan whose been on the path a while on what to do and what resources to use when you're just starting out.
This is a series on how to share your pagan beliefs with your children.
In today's society, many people seem to think that the terms Wicca and Witchcraft are one and the same. This could not be further from the truth. There are some fundamental differences that should not be ignored.
Is a coven a circle? Many people confuse covens with circles. Find out the difference between each of these concepts and the roles they play in Wicca and witchcraft.
Kitchen Witchery is a simple pagan practice that is very low-key focusing on the home and earth.
Discrimination against minority religions is a problem which is often going unnoticed and is leading to problems of minority religion's rights to free speech in the United States.
witchcraft in literature
An overview of Witchcraft, its traditions and its members.
A general overview of the place of vegetarianism in individual pagan spiritual beliefs, describing how a nature-centric focus in pagan spirituality can promote or reject a vegetarian lifestyle.
As a Wiccan, I have a very different view on abortion than many people. Mine is based on my translation of the Wiccan Rede.
If you're Wiccan and raising children, you may want to consider introducing your child to our main belief: the Wiccan rede.
The Wiccan Rede is the closest any of the free-spirited Neo-Pagan faiths have to a formal doctrine, yet even it has evolved considerably in the three decades since its initial publication.
A little information about The Rede and Threefold Law, in Wicca
Your Book of Shadows will probably end up being one of your most sacred and useful tools. In this book you will include information about your Wiccan experiences. Consider it your personal path reference book.
When I first became interested in witchcraft, I was surprised to see how many different tools and supplies witches use on a daily basis. Here's how to create your own witch's cupboard without breaking the bank.
The real history behind this age-old holiday is sometimes lost in our Western interpretations but the holiday's original meaning stems from one of the oldest cultures that ever lived.
Do you want a hauntingly good time this Halloween? Well wait no longer! Book your vacation in Salem Massachusetts and go for a ghost walk, shop in the most unique shops, and check out the best attractions Halloween has to offer.
Paganism is a "new age" religion that is often misconstrued as "devil worship" or "Satanism"
Deadly nightshade is something you hear about in many movies involving witchcraft, although it was widely used by many.
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.
I have completed my non fiction book called WITCH. It is due out in November 08 and during my research I came across very interesting facts about celtic lore and religions
An affirmation of my spirit. This is a prayer I say daily.
Keys and tenets on how to incorporate generosity into everyday life.
Wicca is about living life and leadership is difficult to define in a community of independent thinkers.
Resources to study paganism, wicca, druidry and similar studies.
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.
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.
Unfortunately, a rebelling child will not only get body piercing or tattoos to show their independence and freedom. Authority in general, especially those that was chosen for them by anyone else than them, is under fire.
If you want to be a witch, you need to dispel the myths that come with it.
Learn the importance of the Pagan Sabbats and discover their relation to the cycles of nature. Also discover some facts about the parallels between Pagan and Christian traditions.
Purchasing pagan or metaphysical supplies can be done in any community with a little creativity and ingenuity.
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.
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.
Public school can be very difficult to navigate for pagan children and their parents, this article provides some coping techniques to help.
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 common belief is that Wicca and Paganism is a survival of an underground religion that has existed before Christianity and other Abrahamic religions. This is not case historically, however.
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".
This article describes some of the lesser known facets of the origins of the nature-based faith called "Wicca" or Witchcraft.
Gerald Gardner, the 'founder' of Wicca, has been attributed with many things regarding the religion. How many of these accomplishments are true? What debates are there over authenticity? Validity?
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.
The ideals of unconditional love and respect that are held by those who raise their children with attachment parenting practices are a prefect fit with the same ideals found in Wicca
The Pagan religion Wicca is one of the top ten religions in the United States.
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.
Three wicca book reviews that are highly recommended
Due to various pop culture notions about witchcraft, the nature and divinity reverence at the heart of the Wicca religion is often lost beneath a lot of distortions.
We take a look at the positioning of Wicca, and what should be projected to a larger public audience.
A look at the movement of Wicca in the public eye as per the marketing technique called 'Positioning.'
Many people make the false assumption that Wicca is a fad religion. Wicca is a spiritual path, that began a long time ago and is practiced by those most intouch with the world around them.
Within the pages J.K. Rowling Harry Potter unwittingly exposed the fastest growing religion in America, Wicca and Witchcraft to millions and is the core of the controversy that Hogwart's School has created.
Witchcraft has become so popular that there are a great many beginner witchcraft and "Wicca 101" books on the market. How do you pick the best place to start?
A brief discussion on the popularity of Wicca, and a brief comparison to other religions.
A short overview of the religion Wicca. There are many misconceptions but the truth about these peaceful people may surprise you.
Wicca is a beautiful religion that embraces the use of magic, as do most religions. However, there is a difference between the religion and the magic and between magic and religious magic.
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.
Elwood "Bunky" Bartlett has just announced today that he is the holder of a winning lotto ticket, thanks to his wiccan gods. But what is Wicca? And how does it compare and contrast to Christianity?
Wicca draws from a variety of cultures, why not Hinduism?
What are Wicca and Neopaganism really about?
Wicca is simply a new incarnation of a very old tradition.
A review of the book "Wicca for One" by Raymond Buckland
There are misconceptions about the Wiccan belief and Christianity to blame? Think again. The two religions are very similar.
Why do most people turn their noses up when hearing about Wicca? Why does the mass public think Wiccans worship the Christian devil, Lucifer?
Candle color magic, like crystal magic, is a very key part to most rituals in Wicca.
A discussion of the modern practice of wicca and whether this group is considered an "In" or "out" group in society.
April is National Poetry Month where poets and poetry is honored. This poem is called A Pagan Easter and is about how my family spent the Easter Holiday although we are not Christian.
May 1st is known as May Day, or Beltane if you're pagan. It is one of the fire festivals to celebrate the turning of the season. Spring is also the time when couples decide to get married so why not celebrate with a Handfasting.
Where to find pagan and wiccan supplies.
The Christian Religion is founded on older pagan religions.
Why are Pagan parents opting for traditionally Christian schooling methods? You'll be surprised to find that Pagan parents are just like everyone else.
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous icons associated with the United States of America. But few people are aware of the surprising fact that the famous Lady of Liberty is modeled closely after a Pagan Goddess
It may look a lot like Christmas, but Pagans have their own Winter Holiday.
Finding free, pagan-appropriate coloring pages on the Internet can be time-consuming. I have compiled several of my favorite free pagan coloring-pages Web sites
Find ideas for celebrating the Pagan harvest festival Lughnassadh.
Make your Yule tree look uniquely Pagan this year with these decorations.
Learn about Pagan sacrifice and offerings and what they mean in Pagan religions today.
Pagan leadership is rooted in education. What level of importance does education have to the overall future of the pagan community movement?
In part 2, we examine what is the Pagan community is today and current leadership models.
This article tells why and how to cast a circle before performing a Pagan ritual or spellwork.
Imbolc is the second stop on the Pagan Wheel of the Year, and there are lots of great family oriented activities to commemorate the season.
Beltane is one of the four greater Pagan sabbats on the Wheel of the Year. Here are some great ideas for celebrating with your kids.
If you're part of a Pagan family, some of these tips may help you in planning your family altar.
Finding books suitable for pagan or Wiccan children has been difficult until the past few years. Here are some of my favorites.