Two classes Circle Roles and Responsibilities This class will give you a better understanding of the roles that different people assume in a coven. Wiccan Etiquette As with all groups, there are certain dos and don’ts within a Wiccan group. Although some of the following may seem to live under the heading of common courtesy, trust me I’ve seen all of these courtesies crossed.
Practitioners of Wicca call on the Gods of our ancestors in their rites, they perform rituals to mark the changing seasons of the year and celebrate the Gods in the light of the Full Moon. Wicca provides a system of magick, spirituality and mysticism which allows each individual to develop their own relationship with the Gods and the world around them. Towards the Wiccan Circle was born out of the very popular Avalonia homestudy course of the same name. It was designed by experienced coven leaders to provide a structured course of study for individuals who are interested in Wicca and who want to explore the key principles and practices of the tradition by themselves prior to making a commitment. Likewise, it will benefit individuals who are working by themselves and who are seeking to build a solid foundation from which to further explore the tradition, with or without others. This thoroughly practical self-study course provides an excellent introduction to Wicca as a mystery tradition in seven lessons, each covering a key aspect of the beliefs and practices, these are: Lesson 1 - Paganism, Witchcraft & Wicca Lesson 2 - Magick: Towards an Understanding Lesson 3 - The Gods & Goddesses Lesson 4 - The Four Elements Lesson 5 - The Times Of Magick - Cycles of Nature Lesson 6 - Sacred Space Lesson 7 - Initiation & Rites Of Passage Throughout the book, practical exercises, meditations and simple ceremonies are provided, together with suggestions for further reading. You will learn about the history, whilst exploring the practices and deepening your understanding of the four elements and the natural world, whilst exercising your visualisation skills and building on your understanding of the tradition through an experiential approach.
Fully revised and expanded with fresh insights, this new edition of The Elements of Ritual is a must-have resource on Wiccan ritual. Not only does it teach you step-by-step how to cast a circle, but it also explains why each step is important. Deborah Lipp looks at every phase through an elemental lens, revealing the process (earth), mythology (water), mystical inspiration (fire), and theology (air) behind it. The Elements of Ritual now features updates throughout on gender and polarity as well as all-new sections on the history of elemental associations and raising the cone of power. This edition also includes alternate orders for the traditional steps of ritual. You will learn how to write your own rituals, discover new ideas on magical tools, and use meditations to deepen your understanding of Wicca's most enduring rite.
Imagine yourself sitting on the cool damp earth, surrounded by deep night sky and fields full of fireflies, anticipating the ritual of initiation that you are about to undergo. Suddenly you hear the sounds of far-off singing and chanting, drums booming, rattles "snaking," voices raised in harmony. The casting of the Circle is complete. You are led to the edge of the Circle, where Death, your challenge, is waiting for you. With the passwords of "perfect love" and "perfect trust" you enter Death's realm. The Guardians of the four quarters purify you, and you are finally reborn into the Circle as a newly made Witch. Coming to the Edge of the Circle offers an ethnographic study of the initiation ritual practiced by one coven of Witches located in Ohio. As a High Priestess within the coven as well as a scholar of religion, Nikki Bado is in a unique position to contribute to our understanding of this ceremony and the tradition to which it belongs. Bado's analysis of this coven's initiation ceremony offers an important challenge to the commonly accepted model of "rites of passage." Rather than a single linear event, initiation is deeply embedded within a total process of becoming a Witch in practice and in community with others. Coming to the Edge of the Circle expands our concept of initiation while giving us insight into one coven's practice of Wicca. An important addition to Ritual Studies, it also introduces readers to the contemporary nature religion variously called Wicca, Witchcraft, the Old Religion, or the Craft.
A high priestess explains the theology and theory of every phase of Wiccan ritual, along with offering practical how-tos and much esoteric, hard-to-find information.
Gather your fellow Witches and let the coven make magic! Written with the coven in mind, Deborah Blake’s Circle, Coven, & Grove is a fantastic resource for the magical group looking for a solid ritual framework. Whether you are a new coven looking to jumpstart your group rituals or an established coven looking for fresh, new ideas for rituals, then Circle, Coven, & Grove will make an excellent addition to your library.
Wicca places the responsibility for magickal & spiritual development firmly in the hands of the individual. Through the practice of ritual Wiccans celebrate their Goddesses and Gods and the ever changing phases of Nature. It fulfils a need for Magick, Mysticism and Religion which are so often lacking in the modern world we live in. This book explores the core practices and symbolism of Wiccan ritual. The rituals can easily be adapted to suit the need of individual practitioners and practical examples are given throughout. Subjects covered include: The Ritual Tools & Consecration Ritual & Altar Preparation Creation of Ritual Space The Four Elements, Elemental Guardians & Landscapes Invocation of the Goddess, God & Old Ones Planetary Hours Magickal Gestures Both Sorita & David have been practicing magickal ceremony since their teens, with more than 35 years experience between them. Together they founded the Wiccan training circle VITRIOL Grove and several Wiccan Covens. Additionally they give regular lectures and workshops around Europe and have led many large and small public and private ceremonies. They live in London (UK).
Identity and The Quartered Circle is an eclectic Wiccan discussion of the search for identity through the power of a cast circle and the four directions. The book defines the Circle as a container for magic. A chapter on psychological identity follows. From casting a circle to meeting the Elementals and winged spirits of faerie, the author leads the reader on a personal journey in consciousness. At its conclusion we can speak intelligently of merger with the Gods and Oneness and the reader can answer the big four questions: Who Am I, Why am I here, Where did I come from and Where am I going? ,
Hidden within all of us is a special set of powers. Learning the tools of wicca and witchcraft unlocks those powers and opens the door on to a new world. This essential handbook is filled with everything you need to know in order to live in harmony with yourself and the natural world. It features detailed information on the most important elements of a modern-day wiccan way of life, including how to celebrate all the sabbats of the year, casting a sacred circle, writing and casting spells, essential everyday tools, and interpreting and understanding the four elements and their correspondences. You will also find advice on using the healing properties of herbs, trees, crystals, colours, numbers and astrological energies to empower and enhance your work. The Wiccan Handbook is an indispensable guide to embracing wicca and witchcraft in our modern world, bringing more meaning and significance to your everyday life. Contents Introduction Part 1: The Story of Witchcraft The Early Times Modern Witchcraft Part 2: Getting Started The Tools of the Trade Part 3: Practicing Witchcraft Magical Charms and Symbols The Witch's Calendar Casting a Sacred Circle The Witch's Way to Draw in Love Creating Abundance Creating Miracles
A WISE AND WARM RITUAL HANDBOOK FOR WITCHES Everything you need for a year of magickal practice, gathered in one place, and presented with author Deborah Blake's trademark humor and down-to-earth practicality.Circle, coven, or just a bunch of friends--no matter what kind of group practice you have, this easy-to-use book will guide you through a year's worth of rituals for New Moons, Full Moons, and the eight Sabbats. (And Solitaries have been known to find it useful, too!)For beginning or struggling covens, there are also suggestions for how to start and run a group, and even suggestions for "ritual etiquette" and study topics. Rituals and spells include a group dedication, a banishing ritual, a protection spell, a recipe for peace and happiness oil, and spells for focus and achievement, to increase energy, and more, all created using simple ingredients and easy-to-find tools.Magick doesn't have to be complicated or difficult, and working together as a group can be incredibly rewarding. CIRCLE, COVEN & GROVE was designed for all those who believe these two premises, and want to enjoy a magickal year of their own.Originally published by Llewellyn Worldwide in 2007 and now out of print, this book is finally available again in eBook format, put out by the author herself.Be sure to look at the back of the book for a blurb for her newest book, THE WITCH'S BROOM.
