Wiccan Beliefs

Wiccan Beliefs(Berger, 1999)
Samuel Lasco, Comparative Religion 202, spring 2014
Acknowledgement pages i-iii
Wiccan Rede page iv
The Law of Return page vii
Oil, Herbs, Crystals page x-xiii
The Law of Return page vii
Holidays / Solstices and Equinoxes / Phases of the Moon page vii-ix
The Altar page xvi-xviii
Terms page xix
Bibliography page xx
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
A belief system is a set of mutually supportive beliefs. (Web definition)
Those who have beliefs were taught or learned in a formal setting. It can be changed, altered or
even added to. However if you have “True Faith,”(Surin, 1988), True Faith trumps everything in
this paper, I am about to propose since I am writing about Religion and for the sake of an
argument, it can be subjective. Since certain interpretation have been interpreted far too many
years ago.(Schidlowski, 1988) There is no absolute meaning of the words, pictures, and symbols
found in Ancient times. We recognize symbols, pictures and words but do we really understand
the translation of their meanings? Noted, scholars would argue my point and they would say it is
absolute. As an example I have in my book collection From Distant Days (Foster & Read, 1995)
it is a series of translated tablets. I just want you to remember when everyone thought the earth
was flat. Please when you read this paper I am quoting from authors who I basically disagree
with; I.E. Gerald Garner whom is claimed the father of Wicca. How about Aleister Crowley who
allegedly summoned Satan(Churton, 2011), Crowley principles beliefs came from the foundation
of Israel Regardie original works.(Selby) Regardie was Crowley secretary, furthermore,
Crowley was of means and affluent compared to others of his time. However when Regardie got
sick and realized his end was near, he recanted what he said about Crowley. I would ask before
you judge my last statement is too first read The Golden Dawn(Regardie, 1984). My pedagogy
and though critical thinking I use my knowledge of Light and Dark to explore what if the
predicted is not changed? Please keep an open mind. What was once three percent hydrogen in
the sky is now seven percent methane. I am sure there are many viewpoints in all religions about
Fire in the sky, but in the end, they all have the same meaning!
The reality of Wicca the Religion, is that there are two distinctly different types of
individuals whom call themselves Wiccans. There are two distinctly different types of Wiccans.
There are many solitary practitioner that have never even seen the inside of a
coven.(Cunningham, 1993) There is part of the society who believes Wicca the Religion has
universal concepts which respects all Deities and to follow the Laws as well as man’s law..
“To reach enlightenment; the circle of light will continue until self-actualization and enlightenment is reached” Samuel Lasco
Then there are those who think Wicca is a force that can be evoked. The use of blood Magick
will bring them instant gratification.(Drew, 2003) Truthfully, in today’s society there is a split
between the types of Wiccan’s which are those of the Light and those of the Dark. This
separation causes this Religion as not being an acknowledge as one of the true
Religions.(Kong, 2001) If you look at the beginning of man and their cave drawings,
Shamanism ancient religion was the beginning of honoring a deity or deities.(Noss & Noss, 1990)
Hence the usage of blood sacrifice in rituals is being of the Dark. No blood magick is allowed
for those who follow the Light, since it breaks Wicca’s main law. It is up to the individual to
belong to a coven or be a solitary practitioner, also it is stated for clarity that there are only two types of Wiccan’s. Samuel Lasco
The differences of Wicca the Religions are; those who are followers of the Light and those who
are followers of the Dark. Those of the Light believe in all Deities and their main law is Harm
None. They believe in the powers of the Universe. Everyone is born with God-powers. Those
who follow the Dark as in the Wiccan’s Rede it states, An it harm none, do as ye will. During
rituals and when invoking the Deities their beliefs in the usage of blood or using a live animal as
a sacrifice is accepted. In modern day Wiccan’s society, their main law is An it harm none, do
as ye will. During ritual invocation the followers of the Dark ask their Deity they are calling
upon to assist them by offering a gift or sacrifice. There rituals are very systematic and must
absolutely follow every step and action precisely. When using blood Magick incorrectly there
are great penalties that you are held accountable for according to Karma law. Witches are
nothing more than a spellcaster. When a Witch creates a spell for good fortune is there a
difference when a person prays for good fortune? A prayer by definition is to hope or wish very
much for something to happen. A spell defined is; to name or write in order the letters
constituting (a word or part of a word).(Murray & Burchfield, 1933) By defining prayer you can
interchange the word spellcaster.(Sebald, 1984) However it is your choice since this debate has
been long fought.

The Wiccan Rede
Wicca the Religion has a principal law called the Wiccan Rede, which is written in
rhyme."An it harm none, do as you will,"(McCutcheon, 2010) Which is often reduced to Harm
none. Within the forces of Wicca the Religion(Macmorgan, 2001) when you do the
extended reading of the Rede which is especially helpful when describing it to people who
believe in commandments and long lists of rules. “If an action will cause harm, physically,
emotionally, or mentally, to another person or one's Self, refrain from doing it.”(Colon) Attempt
to always be helpful and never intentionally through mental or spellcasting causing pain or
harm to happen to someone. Furthermore your actions are accountable and actions against other
are in complete violation of the main Law. Would you desire your activities engaged against
you? Take no action you would not wish to receive.(Holland, 2008; Macmorgan, 2001)
The Wiccan Rede is referred to as a poem, but it is still only the eight little words
"An it harm none, do as ye will," using harm none and do as you will, is basically wrong. The
word will is a person behavior. What one person believes is his reality, which does not make it
right or wrong; it makes it his reality. However we are governed by man-made laws. If the
person thinks taking something for free (without paying for an item) which he proceeds is true
then how does that, do as you will, hold true. I left the Rede for reference. Praying and
spellcasting in rhymes are of the old, as of the writing of Shakespeare. Why do you make the
sign of the cross the way you do? Belief or Faith The Rede if you read it slowly and then after I
explain Lunar cycles and Holidays it will become more understandable. Wicca the Religion is
follows the forces of the Universe. The Rede did follow the Universal Laws when it was written.

Bide within the Law you must in perfect Love and perfect Trust. Live you must and let to live fairly take and fairly give For tread the Circle thrice about to keep unwelcome spirits out. To bind the spell well every time let the spell be said in rhyme. Light of eye and soft of touch speak you little, listen much. Honor the Old Ones in deed and name let love and light be our guides again. Deosil go by the waxing moon chanting out the joyful tune. Widdershins go when the moon doth wane and the werewolf howls by the dread wolfsbane. When the Lady's moon is new kiss the hand to Her times two. When the moon rides at Her peak then your heart's desire seek.Heed the North winds mighty gale lock the door and trim the sail. When the Wind blows from the East expect the new and set the feast. When the wind comes from the South love will kiss you on the mouth. When the wind whispers from the West all hearts will find peace and rest. Nine woods in the Cauldron go burn them fast and burn them slow. Birch in the fire goes to represent what the Lady knows. Oak in the forest towers with might in the fire it brings the God's insight. Rowan is a tree of power causing life and magick to flower. Willows at the waterside stand ready to help us to the Summerland. Hawthorn is burned to purify and to draw faerie to your eye. Hazel-the tree of wisdom and learning adds its strength to the bright fire burning White are the flowers of Apple tree that brings us fruits of fertility. Grapes grow upon the vine giving us both joy and wine. Fir does mark the evergreen to represent immortality seen. Elder is the Lady's tree burn it not or cursed you'll be Four times the Major Sabbats mark in the light and in the dark. As the old year starts to wane the new begins, it's now Samhain. When the time for Imbolc shows watch for flowers through the snows. When the wheel begins to turn soon the Beltane fires will burn. As the wheel turns to Lamas night power is brought to magick rite. Four times the Minor Sabbats fall use the Sun to mark them all. When the wheel has turned to Yule light the log the Horned One rules. In the spring when night equals day time for Ostara to come our way When the Sun has reached its height time for Oak and Holly to fight. Harvesting comes to one and all when the Autumn Equinox does fall. Heed the flower, bush, and tree by the Lady blessed you'll be. Where the rippling waters go cast a stone the truth you'll know. When you have and hold a need harken not to others greed. With a fool no season spend or be counted as his friend. Merry Meet and Merry Part bright the cheeks and warm the heart. Mind the Three-fold Laws you should three times bad and three times good. When misfortune is endow wear the star upon your brow. Be true in love this you must do unless your love is false to you. These Eight words the Rede fulfill: "An Ye Harm None, Do What Ye Will"

The Law of Return
The Law of Return (Sabin, 2010) means, quite simply, that what you do affects what
happens to you. If you do well, good is going to happen to you; if you do evil, that’ll happen
too. Law of Return(Karma) exists in every religion(Sachau, 1962); The Law of Return is given
a multiplier, good or bad are said to come back upon you three or tenfold. In Wicca the law of
three comes back to you when you do something good however if you do something bad to
yourself the law of three comes into effect. When dealing with tenfold that is completely
different then the law of three, tenfold growth is counted exponentially whereas the law of three
is just three. The law of tenfold occurs when you do something bad to someone else. This is a
Universal Law and all debts must be paid. Saying your sorry does not relieve you of your debt
to the Universe. Understand that the law of tenfold will be part of their misfortune until paid in
full.

Holidays / Solstices and Equinoxes / Phases of the Moon(Sabin, 2010)
The Eight holidays of Wiccan (also called Sabbats):
1. Yule December 20-23
Yule is also called Winter Solstice. During this time Wiccan celebrate this holiday with many rituals. This is the time to celebrate the return of warmth. Houses are decorated with candles, Christmas trees, Yule trees, mistletoes, and gifts for the household. You can see the similarity with Wiccan holiday Yule and Christianity? Christmas is the time for Christmas trees, gift giving to family members and the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. The difference between Wiccan and Christianity is Wicca the Religion believes in all Deities whereas Christianity bias opinions think Wicca the Religion is Satanic.(Cookson, 1997)
2. Imbole February 2
Imbole is also called Candlemas. Imbole is commonly referred to as the holiday of Fertility. This holiday is celebrated with placing many candles around the house. This is the time for rebirth, birth and death. It is the time of seduction. The weather is cold and the blankets are many. Fire is also related to this holiday. The fire is referred to “fire within”. The fireplace, candles and body heat fuels the passion of love. Female are to be most fertile during this time or is it just that most stay inside and do what humans do best when confide to a single dwelling.
3. Ostara March 20-23
Ostara also known as Spring Equinox and is celebrated during the same time Christianity celebrates Easter. The Wiccan society places flowers throughout the house to fill the air with a floral scent. Happiness and Love fills the house knowing flowers will be blooming and love is still in the air. This is also a time where Wicca the Religious practitioners commit or make a vow to their Wiccan belief to be true to their convictions.
4. Beltane May 1
Beltane also known as May Day celebrates the festival of the harvest. This holiday has many meanings: babies are to be conceiving during this time, having a Maypole with flowers at the very top while ribbons are interwoven throughout. There is a dance that takes place where the men and women grab the ribbons and create two circle, one outer and one inner. At the end of the dance of Circles you can see what happen to the ribbon and the meaning of union or fertility. This remind me very much of the God Vishnu. He always had love in the air, a very warm Deity. The houses are decorated with flower and ribbons throughout. During the dance of the Circle someone dress up all in green like the Jolly Green Giant to encourage a favorable crop. Wiccans whom believe in the middle realm leave milk for the Fey. Some of the Fey are pranksters and the Wiccans believe if they leave milk out and it is accepted no tricks will be played on them and they will have a successful harvest. As stated before the Wiccan society has been divided into two
groups Light and Dark. So is the Fey’s society of Leprechauns, Unicorns, Elves, and Fairies that are also broken into either Light or Dark.
5. Litha June 20-23
Litha also known as Summer Solstice and if you look at the diagram of the Solstice and Equinox they are opposites of each other. Summer Solstice is the longest day of the year in the Northern hemisphere. All of the Wiccan Sabbats, way of life, and it’s pertaining to the Lunar cycle is encompassing to the Wicca the Religion beliefs. The holiday also has great meaning to the beginning of the harvest. One of the stories told is that the Oak King battles the Holly King. It is a story that represents the changing of seasonal climates. During this time the Fey run among the humans. Fireflies and Fairies look so much alike during this time the air is full of Fireflies. Even Shakespeare wrote poems of fairies.(Lancelyn Green, 1962) Sprites are either fireflies or Fairies it is your choice what your interpretation is.
6. Lammas August 1
Lammas is known for the start or first of the three harvesting holidays. Wiccans give thanks for having a successful holiday during this time. Wiccans of the Light do not sacrifice human or animals but do make sure of having a Loaf Mass where they use their first grain harvest. This is to bring all family members to the table for celebrating for a successful first harvest. Bread is made from their first grain harvest. Decorating the home is with bread, baskets and beer.
7. Mabon September 20-23
Mabon is known for it being the holiday of the second harvest. This is the Fall Equinox. Fall Equinox is when the day and night are even. This holiday represents the balance in the Wicca the Religion. Homes are decorated with cornstalks, antlers, and grapes.
8. Samhain October 31
Samhain is on the same day as Halloween. It is also my birthday. In the Wiccan’s belief this is where the line is thinnest between realms. This is not the realm of the dead however it is the middle realm. Different interoperation are represented during this holiday such as calling it “God of the Dead’(Hintz & Hintz, 1996) This is where the Fey enter our realm and at the stroke of midnight must return before sunrise or they will be banished from entering their middle realm until the next forth coming year. Homes are decorated with pumpkins and skeletons.

Oil, Herbs, Crystals
This section for the practitioner by listing what you need help with Oils, Herbs, and Crystals that you could use to help you achieve your goal. Remember and I have noted this often, when or whatever part of the magical cycle you are in you should always state these words: "I cast this spell with harm to none."
Crystals are unique and radiates a specific energy. A crystal or gemstone may be used for
healing, Magick, spell casting, to inspire, uplift, balance, calm and energies. Crystal energy can
assist you in any area of your life, and for any reason, each crystal or gem has a multitude of
uses. Movement in the Earth’s crust is the catalyst for the formation of a crystal. Many ancient
cultures believed that stones contained a life force and used them to conduct rituals and for
healing. Stones have also played an integral role in various religions. Ancient priests believed
crystals to be a force for good or evil. It is not necessary for a person to possess special abilities
to work with crystals and gems, all you need is the intention and the desire to perform a
particular type of Magick to enhance your life, the work is done with the energy of the crystal or
gem, and you are the outlet. Crystals are used for crystal ball reading, scrying, spellcasting and
invoking. The Crystal I have selected from various places. I purchase my stones from The Rock
Shop in Evanston. I have been using this store since I was an undergrad in the Earth Science
program. However most the information about the stones come from The Crystal Bible.(Hall, 2012)
Every essential oil and herb contains its own magical properties. When these oils are
added into your magic rituals it works like an additive. I use different oils and herbs depending
on what I am trying to achieve. There are so many oils and herbs; I use four books for reference
and one of them is aromatherapy.

Agate stomach upsets
Amethyst headaches, blood, breathing
Amazonite: stamina
Ametrine: depression
Aquamarine: liver, throat, stomach, nerves
Aventurine: nearsightedness
Carnelian: energy, appetite
Citrine: depression, digestive problems
Chrysoprase: healing a wound
Crystal: amplifies the healing power of other stones
 Diamond: balancer of energy flows
Emerald:eye, heart and back problems
Golden rutilated quartz: respiratory, energy
Watermelon Tourmaline: calming
Moonstone: pineal gland, internal hormone cycles
Chrysocolla: burn recovery, throat infections, cramp relief
Bloodstone: blood and energy circulation
Blue Lace Agate: stress
Amber: stomach, spleen and kidney complaints
Azurite: aids detoxification
Lodestone (Magnetite): circulatory, cramps, asthma
Copper: arthritis, rheumatism
Snowflake Obsidian: muscle cramps, detoxification
Jet: liver and kidney cleansing
Imperial Topaz: activates metabolism, aids nervous exhaustion
Red Coral: stimulates bloodstream
Rhodochrosite: circulation,bloodpressure, kidneys, reproductive organs
Moonstone: pineal gland, hormone cycles
Eye Agate: sexual energy and stamina
Fluorite: respiratory, ulcers, joint problems
Garnet: thyroid, spleen
Hematite: increase oxygen supply to the body
Jade: kidneys, nervous system
Rainbow Jasper: balances all your vibrations
Lapis Lazuli: purifies and cleanses
Red Jasper: balances all your vibrations
Moss Agate: eyes, stomach, bladder
Blue Calcite: also a power, love stone
Fire Opal: energy, sexual, adrenal glands
Kunzite: calm nerves, release stress, knotted muscles
Rainbow Obsidian: pain, tension, energy blocks
Peridot: gall bladder, liver
Petrified Wood: energy, hip and back problems
Rhodonite: heals wounds, heart circulation, fertility (both sexes)
Rose Quartz: for youthful skin, blood circulation, sexual problems
Smokey Quartz: alleviates pain, cramps, back problems
Sodalite: thyroid, throat problems, blood pressure
Tiger's Eye: pain, nerves, adrenal glands
Black Tourmaline: intestines
Tourmalated Quartz: anti-inflammatory
Turquoise: rheumatism, stomach, viral infections
Serpentine: kidney, stomach, menstrual cramps
There are many sites with this information using Google.
Healing Gem Stone, this information will be available.
Gemstones: The Healing Stones(Katz, 2005)

Most Commonly used Essential Oils:(Dodt, 1996)
I have not nor intend to make any comments on any combination; due to legal issues, however, most of the named Essential Oils are combined to make something much stronger and effective. The use of multiple crystals and candles are also used to make it as powerful as possible.
• Clary Sage: anti-depressant, anti-anxiety, and an aid in deeper sleep.
• Eucalyptus: effective insect repellant, decongestant, and disinfectant.
• Grapefruit: treating obesity, mood swings, and reliever of water retention.
• Jasmine Absolute: antidepressant, aphrodisiac, and emotionally balancing.
• Juniper: detoxifying waste, cleaning the skin, and skin care preparation.
• Lavender: antifungal, antiseptic, antidepressant, and enhance immune system.
• Lemon: skin care, depression, anxiety, and digestive problems.
• Sweet Orange: uplifting, skin care, regenerative and balancing.
• Patchouli: aphrodisiac, sedative in low doses and stimulating in high dosage.
• Peppermint: headaches, congestion, and muscle soreness.
• Rose: antidepressant, antiseptic, and low self-esteem.
• Rosemary: headache, mental fatigue, and poor memory.
• Rosewood: balancing, emotionally regeneration, and cell regeneration.
• Sandalwood: moisturizing to the skin, expectorant, and aphrodisiac.
• Tea Tree: fungicidal, and this is the *strongest topical anti-infectious without prescription. (Is our government trying to remove or save this Essential Oil from becoming extinct and only having synthetic drugs for prescription?) There is plenty of information about different government studies and essential oils. The reason why? They work. Why is it that you can’t buy Super Geranium vitamins anymore? Hint *cancer cure? Please if you decide to do your own research; let the truth set you free. The answers are still out there.
• Ylang-Ylang: aphrodisiac, calming, however high concentration can cause unhealthy effects. All of the EO’s I have their own warnings. Please do not take this warning lightly. There are many essential oils I have not listed. If this has sparked an interest please learn from my mistake and do not buy commercial version. Go to a licensed aromatherapist. You will get your money worth and you will be buying what you ask for. Eg. Tea Tree bottles show one hundred percent and all bottles and all the different companies, and this is the furthest from the truth. Sure it is one hundred percent and only two percent Tea Tree oil in the bottle while the rest is just carrier oil.

The Altar
*An altar can be as elaborate as a custom carved church style massive affair with ornate ritual tools placed in specifically measured positions. An altar can be a stump of wood in a forest, a TV tray in your living room, or anything in between. All my Altar items are food quality to insure safety during rituals
• Altar cloth
o Can be a plain white cloth, or have any symbol/symbols on the cloth also you choose the material of your cloth from as it can be plain cotton to elaborate silk.
• Statuary
o The use Deities whom you can relate to that serve a particular purpose.
• Candles
o The use of candles and candle color was not addressed.
• Cast iron cauldron
o Charcoal
 Messy but does serve for a quick offering.
o Incense/Oils/Herbs
 Herbs
• Finding fresh herbs is time consuming and drying the out so they burn on your charcoal can be a challedge.
 Cone
 Stick
 Oil Diffuser
• As any choice I prefer using pure oils eg aromatherapy.
• Offering bowl
o Sea Salt
 Used for purification
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o Holy Water
 Use for purification.
o Stones
 All stones have different magical properties.
• Altar Box (Book of Shadows) not addressed.
o Offering
 Flowers, Candles, Oils
o Spell
 Harm None
o Specialty item
 The use of a living sacrifice.
• Altar Bell
o Usually the start of a ritual.
• Chalice
• Athame
o Most Athame are double edged with a black handle used for sacrifice. There are also Athame made out of crystal to enhance spiritual powers.
• Pendulum
o Open
o Closed
• Wand
o Usages
 Increase the power of spellcasting.
o Window Case
 Protective case for your Wand.
o Pouch with belt loops
 Usually attached to a sash to hold stones, oils, or pre-written spells.
• *Book of Shadow
 This is a diary of your magical journey.
• Clothing
o Jewelry (usually these item are turned into magical amulets)
 Pendant
 Ring
 Necklace
Selenite Athame
Psionic Energy Wand
Calcite Chalice
Selenite Athame...This delicate 103/4 inch long Athame features Selenite grip and blade (41/2 inches long), with a guard of clear Quartz points ,Blue Kyanite, and Carnelian held by Copper heading.
Psionic Energy Wand is blended withsacred oils and herbs, embedded with crystals and attuned to enhance Psionic Energies. Made of Ebony and Purpleheart, with a Silver tip, embedded with Purple Obsidian and Amethyst and double chambered with Sage, violet, cinnamon, dragon’s blood and ginger, feldspar, cyrstapise other things, herbal stuffs dragon’s blood.
Calcite Chalice..Green Calcite draws money and prosperity to your doorstep and can assist in dissolving old rigid belief systems, restoring balance to your mind. It is also used to stimulate the immune system and absorb negative energy. The metalwork is done with silver solder. This Chalice stands 7 inches tall. The body is of Stainless steel so very safely used for drinking.

Terms
• Religious
o Based on harmony with nature and honoring all Deities.
• Culturally
o Collective of religion as early as Shamanism.
• Linguistically
o A series of growth, as human intelligent grew so did their language.
• Anthropological
o Disagree with common viewpoint. No one took the time to connect them.
• Spiritually
o Earth based Enlightenment.
• Faith
o Harm None
• The Law of Duality
o If you have Light, you must have Dark, one can’t exist without the other.
• The Universal Laws
o Harm None
o You are held accountable for your own actions.
o All debt you acquire must be paid.
• Hierarchy
o Without hierarchy you will have confusion.
o All things are to be reverend

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