Articles related to "Coven"



Online Covens
Joining an online coven can be a wonderful experience, but there are some warning signs you should look for to avoid the stress of a dysfunctional group.
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A series of articles on covens...Article One: The Coven Court
This is the beginning article in a series of writings on Covens.
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The Solitary Witch
Whether you prefer learning from books or just don't have a local coven in your area, here are 8 reasons why people choose to practice solitary witchcraft.
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Covens, do I need one?
A look at the process of finding a coven for those new to the pagan path.
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What is Witchcraft? - A Brief Guide to Wicca
Wicca is a way of life. A way of living in harmony with nature and with those around you. The difficult decision is whether to practice alone or in a group or coven.
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Forensic Considerations in Ritual Trauma Cases
This article written by an attorney addresses the legal issues, as well as the findings that surround ritual abuse cases in our country. It includes an outstanding description of the effects of ritual trauma on young children.
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How To Become Wiccan
So you want to be Wiccan. How do you go about this? Is it something you can become on your own or do you need to be initiated?
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Mark Borchardt's Coven
The horror movie within the popular documentary, <b><i>American Movie</b></i>. An alcoholic novelist joins a self-help group, but little does he know they're an evil coven of witches and warlocks. Wanna talk about high camp value? This is the high water mark, folks!
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Our Way...the Noletirian Tradition
The Noletirian Tradition
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Sabbat Go to Coven
A brief discussion of what a coven is and what one should look for when seeking a coven to work with.
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Starting a Group
Tips and hints for starting your own Pagan group, gleaned from my years of experience being involved in various sorts of groups
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The Opening Ritual of a coven
This is a very popular Open Ritual to use for a coven.
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The Structure and Training of a Coven
Given in this article is a working set of training guidelines for a coven.
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The Witches Coven
How do you form your own coven? This aritcle will explain.
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99 Cent Video FLASHBACK: American Movie
Truth is often stranger than fiction, and for audiences of American Movie - director Chris Smith's acclaimed documentary of the trials and tribulations of no-budget filmmaker Mark Borchardt as he attempts to complete his (now notorious) direct-to-video feature Coven - it’s a hell of a lot more entertaining.
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A Self Initiation
For those wishing to follow the Old Ways, and do not have a guide, here is a ritual for Self Initiation
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Bylaws to Live By
A working set of By Laws for a growing coven.
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Tips for Choosing a Group or Teacher
Hints and advice for finding a group or teacher that fits you.
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Yuletide Greetings!
The Yuletide Sabbat is fast approaching. Gather your friends together and celebrate the ancient fire of birth.
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BTW - British Traditional Wicca
BTW is a term that helps those new to the religion understand important differences between traditional and eclectic Wicca.
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NeoPaganism: Wicca
NeoPaganism is a catch-all term used to define relatively modern religions which have embraced the Old Religions of Shamanic people or Pagans.
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Karen Koehler - Slayer and Dragon's Blood
Karen Koehler's Slayer series has nothing to do with Buffy. Alek Knight is a sword weilding ex-vampire slayer.
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Degrees and Titles in the Craft
The debate of the degree system and the use of titles is running rampant in our community. Who should use them?
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Degrees and Titles in Wicca
The debate over degrees and titles in the Craft continues to rage. Here are my thoughts...
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Techno vs, Traditional Witchcraft
Techno vs. Traditional Witchcraft: An Article for the New Millenium
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Wiccan Traditions
The major branches of Wicca are Gardnerian, Alexandrian, Dianic, Celtic (Church of Wicca), Georgian, Discordianism or Erisian and Wiccan Shamanism.
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Initiation vs Dedication
Comparison of initiations, "self-initiations", and dedications, as well as a side-discussion of the Wiccan Mysteries.
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Sabbats
Definition of Sabbat and their individual meanings. Each of the eight Pagan/Wikkan holidays are briefly explained. References for further reading are given at the end.
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Chasing the American Dream, One Corpse at a Time
Truth is often stranger than fiction, and for audiences of American Movie it’s a hell of a lot more entertaining.
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Branches of Wicca
Most religions have more than one branch of practice to it, or more than one sect. Wicca is no exception to this.
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The Georgian Wiccan Tradition
Georgian Wicca, while less well-known in the Wiccan religion, has been around long enough to have established itself as a driving force for Craft unity.
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The Sabbat Beltane
Beltane is a Pagan celebration in May that focuses on love, fertility, and purification.
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Connecting with Other Pagans Online
For shy or isolated Pagans, the internet can be the only way to meet those who share their faith. Learn about the friendliest and most active websites for meeting Pagans.
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Variations of NeoPagan Traditions
As many religions have different persuasions, so does Wicca, reflecting individual paths. No one pure system of beliefs is the right one for all people to follow.
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Another Look at the Wiccan Core Beliefs
A more in-depth look at the Wiccan Core Beliefs listed in my "What is Wicca" article, including points on how they relate to my personal practices of Wicca
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Healing Circles: Good or Bad?
Healing circles, prayer or meditation groups offer the chance to connect with others with similar spiritual beliefs - but there are risks and pitfalls of group energy.
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Kate Hill - The Darkness Therein and The Immaculate
Kate Hill is a poet, short story writer, paranormal romance author, and zine publisher.
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Book Review: The Heart of Wicca
A review of Heart of Wicca, by Ellen Cannon Reed, one of my top picks in my Suite101 book store.
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DVD Review: Underworld Rise of the Lycans
Following the first two films directed by Len Wiseman, special effects wiz Patrick Tatopoulos jumps in the director's chair, in this fairly slow fantasy prequel. 6/10
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Dedication to the Old Ways
The act of Dedication is an important step to promote growth and open oneself up to the Gods.
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I'm Late!!!!
A late article about late comics and a late breaking Joe Kelly rumor.
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New Book of Magical Names
Whether you are seeking inspiration for your own magical name or you're looking for baby names, The New Book of Magical Names will ignite your imagination.
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A Guide to New Moon by Stephenie Meyer
Stephenie Meyer's four-book Twilight Saga has turned into a worldwide phenomenon, and the Nov. 20 release of the New Moon movie has a following of its own.
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Writing Rituals
An overview of the basic components of Wiccan ritual, this article will walk you through putting together your own ritual scripts step-by-step.
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A Review: Paulo Coelho's Brida
A novel with a supernatural spin, allowing love, mysticism and the search for answers to blend and co-exist in the same story.
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New Moon - Twilight Saga
Avid readers of the first twilight saga book entitled "twilight" have been delighted and enthralled with the release of the movie bearing the same name.
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Pagan terms
A helpful guide of Pagan terms for those who are new to, or unfamiliar with, Pagan spirituality.
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Rosemary's Baby and the Exorcist
Most people can be easily tempted into dismissing films about demons and the anti-Christ as mindless horror films even though some have something to say.
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The High Priest and the Idol by Jane Fletcher
Jane Fletcher's newest novel takes her familiar, well loved characters and pits them against zealots forcing them to step away from their ideals and confront their fears.
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The North Berwick Witches
Witch hunts swept across Scotland and Britain in the 16th and 17th centuries. The most notorious trial was that of the North Berwick Witches.
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