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Witchcraft
This is the category where your questions about witches and witchcraft as a spiritual path should go. Based on an ancient shamanistic way of life, witchcraft is a spiritual system known as "The Craft of the Wise" and were a valuable part of villages and communities. Practitioners were the healers and leaders of their people. Modern witches follow the cycles of the sun, the moon and the seasons of the earth for guidance and knowledge. Most, but not all witches practice some form of magic in its true meaning.
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In a young girl's heart
Yes, Magic abounds in the world around us, first of all you need to believe.
'Witchcraft' is not a specific practice or discipline. The word can be used to refer to a vast number of magical practices throughout the ages. Even modern witchcraft (as used by numerous groups of witches, neopagans and other magical practitioners) cannot be said to have a single origin: what is 'witchcraft' to one group would not be recognised as such by another.
In the broadest terms, witchcraft as sorcery and sympathetic magic has its roots in the mists of prehistory and it's impossible to identify a single individual - or even a single culture - who could be said to have invented it.
What is a member of a coven called?
The leader of a coven is a witch. Male of female, they are a witch first. In some groups they are called a High Priest and/or High Priestess. Generally speaking all practitioners are Priests/Priestesses as they all have the right and ability to speak directly to their deities, If you encounter a Witch Queen, you are talking to a woman who has created and lead three or more covens (circles or groups).
Can you use witchcraft for good?
there is no right or wrong answer!
A Pagan Answer
All magic should be used for good... it works better that way... there is also the Rule of Three to take into account and the simple fact that magic should always be done with the complete knowledge and express permission of the person the "spell" is being cast upon.
How do you know if your magic?
everyone is capable of preforming magic, no one individual is magical or not. Magic isn't like Harry Potter, it works subtly and for everyone in different ways
Magic is art which you practice and develop however the level of magic each individual can have access too differs to self belief, concentration etc.
Simply stated, if you are magic or magical, you know. If you don't know, you aren't.
Are there such things as spells and what not?
Spells are magickal workings, performed the world over for things such as healing, abundance, attraction, and more besides. They utilise visualisation, energy raising and channelling, and the focusing of intent. Spells performed as part of Magickal workings are an entirely different thing to the staged magic of Magicians common at children's parties and television shows.
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People sometimes do and sometimes don't believe in spells.
Scientists havent prooved there was such a thing and personally I don't believe.
Answer 2:
(Edit: Someone wrote, before it was edited with the answer above, the spells do exist. The answer below is an alternative although the answer above sums it up. In the end it is a personal decision.)
I have to disagree and tell you that they do not exist. I assume with 'what not' you mean other 'magical' things.
Although I try to respect other people's beliefs, I would just like to give a second opinion on this question.
If you need examples: When you watch ANY magician perform: in the end it is possible to explain how he/she did it with a trick. Everything is scientifically explainable because everything has a pattern and is determined, even love. Although, undoubtly, a wonderful feeling, it is in the end just a simple process of neurological pathways and hormones interacting with each other. But I digress; if you do find/see/experience something that you don't understand: GOOGLE it! Inform yourself, ask a doctor, ask a friend BUT please don't rely on your own preception of things because in the end you will believe in what you yourself are 'programmed' to believe. (With programmed I mean the way your brain as grown and developed over the years).
A Pagan Perspective
Spells are a part of the practice of some (but not all) forms of Paganism. They are formalised manners in which to focus the intent of the practitioner.
The creation of a spell involves a fair amount of work and research. Many things, including phase and house of the moon, deities to call, herbs, stones, incense, colours and many other matters are involved and finding just the right ones are important.
Magic is simply stated the manipulation of naturally occurring powers by the hand and will of an ethical practitioner. For all that, the practice is much harder than it sounds.
Manifestation is the practice of visualising a need in such a manner as to bring it into your life.
This does not mean you can have big bags of money falling from an empty sky into your backyard, but more likely if you as manifesting prosperity into your life, a career, opportunity, or windfall will come your way.
Nothing comes from nothing, the gods/universe expect you to work for what you get. And once you are working toward your goal, they will help.
a watch, a clock, a cell phone :) just like everyone else.
Who was the most famous witch?
Anna Franklin
Rae Beth
Scott Cunningham
Raymond Buckland
Samantha Stevens
Wicked Witch of the West
Glinda
Broom Hilda
Sabrina the teenage witch
What is the difference between witchcraft and divination?
The belief in witchcraft is just one type of superstition. Other types of superstition include the belief in "lucky numbers", astrology, and many others more.
To the Christian religion yes, not Wicca though.
As this question was asked in the Paganism category, one Pagan answer is "most certainly not". The concept of "sin" is not really one that Pagans in general adhear to.
Witch craft - the craft or practice of a witch often known as magic is the manipulation of naturally occurring forces by the hand and will of a (hopefully) ethical practitioner. There is nothing "sinful" in what we do.
Why do people believe in witches and wizards?
Do You? Some do, some don't. I know some real close relatives who do
How can a spell of a black magic be broken?
Get a Black Candle, and a Cauldron or a Bowl. The Black Candle should be taller than the Cauldron or the Bowl.
Fix the Candle in the middle (bottom) of the Cauldron or the Bowl.
Fill water to the brim of the Cauldron or the Bowl.
Concentrate on the black magic cast upon, and its effects.
Concentrate on the black candle and send all the energy to the black candle with then negativities of the evil spell.
Think that all the effects of the black magic spell will be burnt down as the candle burns.
Light the candle and think taat the spell will be broken.
Let the candle burn till the water flows in and extinguish the flame.
Dig a hole on the earth, as far from your home, where noone will dig again, preferably a forest.
Put the water in to the hole with the candle (remaining peice).
Close the hole and know that the evil spell is no more...
For good results, do in the wanning phase of the moon.
Blessed Be!
Answer:
The answer above is from those who perform magic - it is not an Islamic answer. Beware! The Islamic answer is: 1) repent to God and purify yourself, 2) recite the Qur'an. Keep reciting. Al-Fatihah, Al-Baqarah, Ayyatul Kursee, the last three chapters. In fact any of the Qur'an. Read - everyday - until the effects are gone.
It cannot be determined, it all depends on the person using it
For example:
An evil use of magick would be: summoning energy or a being with intent to do harm or murder of an object or living thing.
A good use of Magick would be: summoning energy or a being with intent to improve the physical condition of a object or living thing.
The correct spelling of the noun is "medicine" (drug) and the adjective is "medical".
What is the impact of witchcraft on society?
Some people consult witchdoctors to cure diseases or find a husband.In Africa, Witchcraft has played a role in rebellions, fighting wars, gaining independence and is often seen at election time.
What is the words to the body switching spell?
start by saying capria capora then your full name follwed by the other persons full name then say sua nua nami warning you must switch back before sun down otherwise you will be stuck like that forever good luck it took me a few times even after graduating from wizard school
A Pagan Perspective.
The concept of a body switching spell, might sound like fun, but to my knowledge, one does not exist.
I do know of a few shamans who can "look out" the eyes of an animal, but that is not switching bodies.
In some rare instances, devoted couples can have a "moment" of looking through their lovers' eyes. When this happens, it is during love making and spontaneous.
How did people prove they were not a witch or did witchcraft?
People who were accused of witchcraft were often the disabled the mentally challenged, the person who didn't get along well with others or who liked to be alone. Older single women were often accused and so were redheads. It didn't take much for someone to be accused of witchcraft and once they were they didn't have any protection.
What was witchcraft and what did people think of it?
Everyone's opinions vary concerning this highly otuchy subject, but to me witchcraft was--and still is--a practice of nature and magic that harmoniously connected with the soul to replenish and learn aspects of your soul or poersonality. People feared withvces traditionally and killed many, even if they were innocent Nowadays people odn't tend to believe in them but in some countries it is still a crime to be a witch/sorcerer/wiccan.
It can be considered occult. there are three different categories, occult, demonic, and withcraft. depends if its for something good.
Putting a finer point on this: Basically, a spell is the working of Magic. The use of Magic is a small part of the practice of Witchcraft.
A spell is witchcraft. The answer above makes no sense. Spells are what the user uses them for. A knife isn't good or bad - the person using it is. It's a tool, and it all comes down to how it is used. A spell is, indeed, a work of magick. Magick is what witchcraft is. Some who practice witchcraft are Wiccans, some who practice Wicca are practitioners of witchcraft. Some are only one of them - some are neither.
To answer your question: Yes. A spell is witchcraft.
Why were more woman condemned of being witches?
Women were thought weaker and more easily corrupted by the devil during the Burning Times, when witches were executed. Women supposedly were controlled by lust and were easily controlled by the devil, making them evil and something that must be disposed of.
What are the other punishments for practicing witch craft?
Well, witches used to be burned at the stake. There was many different techniques they used to determine whether they were a witch or not. - They bound their hands and feet and threw them into a river. If they floated, they were witch. If they sunk, they were proven innocent but drowned anyway. - They also used to push them off a cliff. They thought that if they were a witch, they would save themselves with spells. If they weren't then they would die.
Either way, if they were accused of being a witch, it never ended well.
Nowadays, there is no punishment for it. Its a religion that people can be part of and not fear the consequences. Witches can now be open and freely talk about their beliefs, practises and religion.
What tools were used in witchcraft?
The list is quite extensive. However let me start by saying the only thing you really need is your mind. All else just makes it look better. That said here is a basic list, I have not included the uses, just the tools.
Altar, Athame, Bessom, Boline, Book of Shadows, Candles & Holders, Censor, Chalice, Cloak, Crystals & stones, Herbs, Images of Deities, Incense, Lamp of Art, Matches & candle snuffer, Pentacle, Representations of the Elements, Scrying tools (cards, crystal ball, dark mirror, dowsing rods, scying bowl, pendulum,) Staff, Stang, Wand.
For a more extensive list or how to use these and others, you will need to do research in Paganism. Your local library will have a good start.
Binding spells are spells that stop a specific person from causing you and themselves harm. It stops them from doing anything negative to you and anyone else. These spells are to be used as a last resort when all else has failed and should NEVER be used to harm the other person.
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The above answer is correct, but there are other parts to a binding spell than binding other people. You can also bind yourself, or bind an emotion, or bind a nasty rumor, or bind a nasty habit like smoking. You can bind concepts as well as people and things.
A agree with Never using a binding spell for harm. But binding yourself, for good reasons, is always acceptable. For example, you can do a binding spell to bind your cravings for cigarettes to help stop smoking. Only in the rarest, most rare cases is it ok to bind someone else without their express permission. For instance, if your friend is cutting themselves and is talking about suicide. But even then I would be weary. Even if nothing else can be done (ie, therapy, counseling, convincing them to stop, even telling their parents), still look for another option. If nothing, absolutely nothing comes up, then do it. BUT, BUT prepare for the consequences of your actions. You must fully accept what Karma is coming your way.
