| Wicca is a modern practice of witchcraft. However, since the term "witch" is commonly associated with negative images by many people, many of todays witches prefer to call themselves Wiccan. Some Wiccans practice their craft in a group, called a coven. Others would rather practice alone. Each Wiccan may hold beliefs slightly different from their fellow witches, however there are some basic ideals that most of them hold. The Wiccan Rede is the basic code of conduct and can be summed up in it's closing verse, "An ye harm none, do as ye will." This basically means that as long as you cause no harm to anyone including yourself you should do what your true will leads you to do. Another commonly held belief of most Wiccans is the Rule of Three or the Threefold Law. It plainly states that what you send out will be returned to you threefold. Another words if you put out negativity you will get negative things back <same goes for the good stuff.> Also, Wiccans try to hold themselves in balance with the earth, respecting life in all it's forms, and showing respect for the divine. Most Wiccans view the divine as having masculine and feminine aspects. These aspects are commonly referred to as the God and Goddess <or Lord and Lady.> Most Wiccans do practice magick. Some cast spells by burning candles, using herbs, tying knots in cords or all of the above. Some do not. There are many many forms of spellcasting just as there are many different Wiccans. |
