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Paganism
Any of a number of earth-centered spiritual paths and faith systems, including but not restricted to: Asatru/Norse; Blended (Christo-pagan, Judeo-pagan, etc); Celtic (Scottish, Irish, Welsh, Faerie, Druidism); Ceremonial Magic (Golden Dawn, Rosicrucian); Eclectic; Egyptian; Italian/Strega; Shamanism (North American, South American, European, Asian); Voudoun/Santeria; Wicca (Gardnerian, Dianic, Alexandrian, Solitary, Family Tradition).
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What is the proper way to conduct a ceremony for a guy you want to meet?
Firstly, you are thinking of Wicca not astrology... ok now to answer your question.. I'd advice going to your local...
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How did the religion of paganism turn from the worshipping of Mother Nature to the worshipping of witchcraft?
Paganism did not turn from worshiping nature to witchcraft. This is confusion between Paganism as a spiritual belief and...
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How do you find other people interested in the wiccan religion when you are new to the area?
A friend of mine did wicca for a while and she told me about a website where she could find people in her area that do wicca...
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Do love and money spells really work?
Spells can work, but not in the way you would think and my theory is they work based on the power of attraction. Look up the laws...
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What are the pros and cons of Wiccan religion?
Practitioners of true Wicca absolutely DO NOT practice human sacrifice. Saying you read it on the internet is like saying it was...
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What is shamanism?
The practice of shamanism is not easily defined. The best I can do to get you started is to define a few parameters. A shaman is...
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If you are a Christian and a witch and people do not believe that you are Christian what do you tell them?
Tell them that you still believe in the same things that Christians do. and there is nothing wrong with practicing magic. I might...
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Can a witch predict how you will die?
Witches don't necessarily have predictive powers, no; some may, others may not. A psychic, medium or tarot/palm reader may be...
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Is magic real?
Magic only exists and work for people who truly believe Yes. Although there is no recorded proof that magic is real, inside...
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What is the origin of paganism?
Not really known as it's a naturally evolved religion/belief. Scientists suspect that part of the human brain is programmed to...
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Are there witches and wizards all over the whole world?
In the J.K. Rowling/Harry Potter sense? No. In the actively practicing Wiccan/Pagan Community sense? Definitely.
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Are there really witches?
YES. Lets start out and first define the word "witch" According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary the word witch originates...
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What should you wear to a new moon ritual?
It depends on many factors, such as the intent of the ritual, the type of group, the weather, in doors or outdoors, ect. With...
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What is neo-pagan magic?
Any new, non Judea-Christian religious rituals or prayers. Almost all pagan religions were destroyed by the Catholic Church...
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Is wizard the opposite of witch?
A wizard is a magical practitioner who specializes in the "scientific" magics (Alchemy, Thermography, etc). A witch is a magical...
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What pagan holiday falls on December 25?
Christmas is generally accepted to be a Christian adaptation of the northern hemisphere mid-winter festival. Most northern...
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What is Wicca?
Wicca is Orthopraxic: meaning you have to learn the workings of the religion as they are what are important as much as, if not...
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Who practices witchcraft?
Many people practice witchcraft, even some that do not know they are practicing. Wiccans are the most popular of the groups of...
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Was England known for witchcraft?
The people of England practiced folk traditions that were developed over thousands of years, often employing natural things like...
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Where might you see witchcraft practiced?
At Wicca gatherings Witchcraft can be practised anywhere. It can be in a group (coven), or it can be solitary practise. It can...
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How do you praise the horned god?
The Pagan form... When I read the question, I assumed you meant the pagan god. The other half of the divinity partnership, with...
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What is the opposite gender of witch?
It is still Witch. Warlock translates to "oathbreaker". If you call a male Witch a warlock, he's going to get angry at you....
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Is the Blair witch real?
Sorry to spoil the money making vilification of witches worldwide but NO it is not real. The "legend" was a total fabrication by...
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Are pagans cannibalistic?
Not all; Some people in the Bible are C's though. : And ye shall eat the flesh of your sons, and the flesh of your daughters...
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What is a pagan?
Nowadays "pagan" refers to people who practice nature-based religion. The most common branch is Wicca, or "witches", and they...
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What are the 4 corners of paganism?
the north(fire),east (earth, south (water) andwest (air) towers I've always known them as Earth in the North, Water in the...
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Can magic exist?
yes it can in many differrent ways. Magic abounds in the world and universe around us, the first thing you need is to...
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How do you become a witch?
develop your intuition get in tuned with nature and all the elements...practice expanding your mind through meditation, read...
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What is the meaning for 3 stars?
In the US Military it would indicate a Lieutenant General. Another Answer In religion it represents the three wise men
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Is witchcraft real?
Here are some comments from contributors. Witchcraft is as real as any other religion. Whether you believe in it or not, or...
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Are there really magic wands?
Yes, for those of you who like twigs. Yes, there really are magic wands, in truth they may not be exactly as they are depicted...
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What is the role of witchcraft in African culture?
Some people consult witchdoctors to cure diseases or find a husband.In Africa, Witchcraft has played a role in rebellions,...
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Why do people act like they are wicca when they are really Roman Catholic?
Its stupid they shouldnt act like they are wiccan when they are still baptsied as catholic. They are probably just trying to make...
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Is Wicca bad?
No Wicca is not bad, any more than any other faith in it's own construct is good or bad. The Wiccan religion has an ideal of...
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Who is the 'Easter bunny'?
The Easter bunny is actually a reference to a Pagan festival that represented the beginning of Spring long before Christianity...
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How do you scare away a witch?
Well, first I would ask has this witch done anything to you to make you fear her? If she is a girl dressed up in goth and wearing...
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What is the best witchcraft book for teens?
There are quite a few books about witchcraft directed toward a young adult audience because many young adults are seeking the...
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Can love binding spells be broken?
I sure hope so! I really don't think now is the time to admonish you for doing a love binding spell, in spite of the ethical...
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Are there any real Witchcraft and Wizardry schools?
There are! After intensive searching I did find some... Real funded schools you walk into. Northern Star College of...
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What would the Celts do to make their homes undesirable to lost spirits on October 31?
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What does a black feather signify in relation to witches?
It all depends on what bird it came from. Unless, of course, it is an inexperienced person taking a spell from a how to book,...
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Does the goat man exist?
Yes the Horned God exists. I saw him yesterday in the woods behind my house. I asked him what he was doing and he said I should...
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How can you do magic?
Magic comes from within thyself...It flows in and out of all living things..You just have to have the strong will power to call...
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Which pagan god was honored in the celabration of chrismas?
That depends on the religious tradition. "Pagan" is a term that encompasses a huge number of virtually unrelated religious...
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What is a wicca robing ceremony?
There are some Wiccan Traditions in which initiates to a new Degree recieve a robe of a certain color as a status of their...
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What is the difference between Witchcraft and Paganism?
A basic answer is Witchcraft is a sub-religion of Paganism. Just how the general religion is Christian but the sub-religions are...
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Are there any Wiccan supply stores in Portland?
The stores that offer supplies come and go so fast in Portland, Maine that it is hard to keep up with who is and who isn't a...
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How does wearing a moon stone help?
Only if it makes you feel better. Objectively, it does nothing.
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In a Pagan marriage does the wife take the husband's name?
"Pagan" is a word with extremely broad connotations and encompasses a huge number of otherwise-unrelated religious practices....
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What is Imbolc?
Imbolc was a Celtic festival that took place on 1 February. It was probably associated with the goddess Brigit, a goddess of...
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Are sorcery and witchcraft the same?
It usually depends on which culture you look at, but, in most cases, sorcery was looked apon as "white magic" which can be used...
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Are witchcraft and sorcery accepted as having scientific basis?
Our science still can not accept that God is ruler of this world. They think that humans' ancestors were apes so this my answer....
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Is there witchcraft today?
Yes, the most known is called Wicca but there are many witchcraft traditions that can be found in modern times.
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Why don't people believe in magic?
Because people have been brainwashed in their set religious ways. There are many reasons why people don't believe in...
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Spells not working need help please?
Nor will they ever my friend, nor will they ever. It is impossible to put a spell upon anyone. The only way that such an evil...
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What does it mean when a male witch wants a lock of your hair?
Chances are they are going to perform a binding spell on you. To stop you doing something to them. Usually a binding is done...
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Is there scientific proof Paganism?
Yes, ask any wiccan or pagan ANSWER actual tangible proof or evidence no it is still a spiritual based belief but...
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What is white wiccanism?
it is where a wiccan does only good green is only nature grey is nuetrul and black is ba d
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What are the three major characteristics of the pagan world?
There are several definitions of paganism, so several answers are possible. The usually accepted definition covers the...
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What does the religion wicca do?
Wicca is modern day witchcraft. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicca
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What are some current Pagan religions?
Wiccan, Gardenarian, Alexandrian, Neo-Pagan, Celtic, Hereditary, Hell....for the actual wording of the question, Anything that...
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The stereotypes of being a witch?
Top 50 witch myths/stereotypes. Alright I'll admit that some of these are laughable. However I have met people who really do...
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How do you reverse black magic?
With a positive attitude. There's no such thing as "black magic," however, if you think you've been cursed, you begin to have a...
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How do you remove a black magic spell put on your house by a witch?
ONE QUICK NOTE. IF THEY PUT A CURSE ON YOUR HOUSE THEN THEY ARE NOT A WITCH You could do a spell for yourself (the previous...
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Is there a white magic?
Theologically speaking: NO! The Bible makes no distinction between so-called White or beneficial supernatural magic and Black or...
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How can I learn magic?
To learn some awesome STREET magic visit www.ellusionist.com You can learn magic by going to Hogwarts, school of wizardry and...
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What is sympathetic magic and what is contagious magic?
Sympathetic magic, also known as imitative magic, is a type of magic based on imitation or correspondence. Imitation involves...
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What is the correct name for white magic?
White magic and black magic are general concepts used by some people for making a difference between magic used for good (white)...
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Is there something like black magic spells to switch 2 soules?
No there is not. The soul consists of the body and the spirit of man. Spells are of the Devil and is what is known as Priestcraft...
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If you die do you turn into animals?
Only in the sense that the earth nurtures all living things, and animals are living things. One way or another, your body goes...
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Whats the art of divination?
the art of trying to see into or predict the future. it has many forms such as horoscopes, palm reading, tarot cards,...
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How can you learn to speak with animals?
Animals have been the companions of humans since the beginning of recorded time both physically and spiritually. The earliest...
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Is wiccanry real?
see related link "WICCA"
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What are spells?
Spells are forms of prayer asking the divine for guidance and help. Anyone else posting something different does not follow the...
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What is black magic?
Black Magic is a techinal offensive term to a Wiccan, Witch, or any other magic-practicing religon. This only refers to people
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Real True magic spells?
YESSSSSSSSSSSSS! the mermaid spell does work, but u must say it at night when the moon is out and u have to be in water and then...
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What are binding spells?
Binding spells are spells that stop a specific person from causing you and themselves harm. It stops them from doing anything...
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What does the name witch mean?
It depends on what culture and history you are looking for. There were witches in pretty much every culture in the world....
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Who does a witch deal with?
Bad drivers people with 25 items in the 10 or less express lane crazy bosses telemarketers cats with hair ball problems bad...
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How can someone know if she is a witch or not are there some signs or marks?
The idea that a witch can be identified by marks on the body is erroneous. This idea arose from the witch hunts in Europe and the...
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Will you go to hell if you become a witch?
Here are some comments from our contributors. I have read the bible and no where does it say that witchcraft/sorcery, palm...
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What did Elizabethans believe about witchcraft?
maybe they believed in faries and stuff
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I am a witch. Is anyone out there a witch as well?
That makes four of us. yes. here i am yes, me too. There are many witches out here, far too many to have every one of them...
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What are names for magic spells?
Divination, Fortune Telling, Magi, Miracles, Necromancy, Soothsayers, Sorcery, Spiritualism,Superstition,Witchcraft, Wizards are...
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Can witches still go to a Christian church?
It depends a lot on your own personal beliefs, really. There are people who follow both the major Christian beliefs (Jesus dying...
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Are there really witches in the world?
The answer depends on the definition used. The "supernatural" version or the Wiccan or Pagan religions that include many who call...
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How do i know if i am a witch?
I love this question b/c it keeps getting changed by people who know absolutely nothing about witchcraft or any other nature...
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How do you spot a witch in the 16th century?
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Why do people practice witchcraft?
because they can if they wont to.........
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What is Egypt's Greatest Achievements?
nothing nothing
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What do you say is the difference between ritual and rite?
The difference between rite and ritual are not easy to explain and define as it seems that the rite is the archeotype for any...
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How do you become wicca?
You don't "become" wicca. All depending on the branch of it, you'll have to join a coven, or become solitary. Either way, you...
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What are some examples of good luck charms?
A penny, a rabbits foot, a rock, a necklace, any coin can be consider to be a good luck charm.The four-leaf clover is the best...
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Are there real spells?
yes they are real Yes, spells exist and they do work. They are not quite what you may think. I can not turn someone into...
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Can you believe in magic and god?
Sure you can. Whether or not magic and god are real remains a mystery. No matter how advanced science becomes we can neither...
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Demeter and dionysus symbol?
For Demeter, goddess of the harvest, the most important symbols are the sheaf of grain, or the overflowing cornucopia. For...
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What is considered a witch?
Divinationis a "foretelling future events, or discovering things secret by the aid of superior beings, or other than human...
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Blessing a new home?
If at all possible enlist the help of a pagan high priestess or priest . If you are new to the area seek out a suitable pagan...
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How do you find out what your totem animal is?
There are several ways of discovering your totem. Meditation is key to all methods. Sit quietly, think about some of these...
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What does it mean to kill a bird on the road and see 2 more dead?
The interpretation of omens is very difficult, and without considerably more information all I can give you is generalities,...
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