Paganism

Chances are they are going to perform a binding spell on you. To stop you doing something to them. Usually a binding is done because they are sick of something you have been doing to them (ex. being so ignorant about them and their beliefs). I know that I have to put a binding on my mother once a year to stop her from forcing me to church and just complain because I'm not catholic anymore. If this is not the case with you, then perhaps it is a healing, or a protection charm. It could be for a love spell. If you are worried then ask them why they needed the hair.

Also I would like to point out that the first rule of Wicca/Paganism/Witches is "with harm to none do what thou wilt" (Do whatever you want but don't hurt anyone). So unless they are going against traditional teachings they wont hurt you, unless of course you did something to them (then it's self defense).

== == *-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-* Second, if a "witch" wanted to perform black magic they most certainly would not ask for anything from the intended "victim", it would lessen the power of the "bewitching". Third, you can not "transform" someone.

The purpose of a lock of hair in a spell or ritual is to create a link with a person, so that the spell can better focus on its target. It can be done for any kind of spell, either positive or harmful. You should ask the witch what he plans to do with that lock of hair; if he's one of your friends, why not simply talk about it ? Maybe he wants to cast a protection or prosperity spell on you.

I wouldn't worry much about the possibility of a harmful spell. Most witches have good intentions and follow an ethical rule called the Wiccan Rede: "An it harm none, do what you will". This law forbids evil magick and manipulative spells. Furthermore, if that witch planned to hurt you, he probably wouldn't ask for a lock of your hair ! He would rather keep his intentions secret, because of a witchcraft rule called "to keep silent". It is the last rule in a set of four: 1- To Know.

2- To Will.

3- To Dare.

4- To Keep Silent. I won't explain all of them here as it would be off-topic. Let's just stick to the fourth rule: it states that when a person is aware of a spell cast onto them, it gives them power to either reinforce OR weaken the spell. Thus, a witch who wants to curse you would not give you any hint about his/her intentions, because that would allow your thoughts to influence the spell and counter its effects.

Of course not. By all means have fun, but never pay anyone claiming to cast spells or practice mystic powers.

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• 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 of that to better understand. Research completely about what kind of spell you want to do, and ask yourself, do you needwhat you are asking for or do you want or desire it? Always ask that none be harmed in whatever you do and use positive energy and thoughts.

• Yes they do work if you prepare right and involve a lot of positive energies into the spell and utilizing a combination of elements, herbs, essential oils etc. I would say it has to be something you need rather than desire like a lottery win for example...no go

• One Pagan's View:
• Money or Prosperity spells are common. Working in the correct house and phase of the moon, using a strong spell and having the strength of belief will help as will asking for what you need, and be specific. If you need to pay off some debt, then let the gods/universe know how much, do your spell, then get off your backside and go looking for a way to earn the money. Bags of money don't just fall out of the sky and sitting around waiting for the spell to work isn't how to make it happen. The other thing is rarely do they work in the manner you think they will, so keep your eyes open for things to show up in your life. You might be hoping for a lottery win, when the gods/universe send you a great new job with lots of earning potential.
• Love spells don't work on someone else. You can not make someone love you. More importantly you should not try to make some one love you. The good news is that love spells do work on yourself. You start by getting your own house in order, that means being sure you are ready for a relationship; knowing the kind of relationship you want. Then you need to be ready to give and receive love, be open to meeting new people and willing to do the "leg work". Sitting at home dreaming about the "perfect mate" will not do you any good. Like prosperity spells, love spells have a funny way of working out, keep your eyes, your heart and your mind open, remember the gods/universe know what you really need, more often than not, better than you know yourself.
• One Wiccan's View:
• Love Spells and money spells can work if casted properly. The average person who has never performed any type of spell will not be able to produce valid results. Casting a successful spell can take years and normally needs the help of a coven. If you are looking for serious results, go to a professional.

another Wiccan's view

yes I would say some spells have worked for me for things that I really needed at the time but I would agree with the previous comment that casting a spell has a lot of elements within in and you need to be a practiced professional to obtain serious results and being in a coven would be the answer.

"...and being in a coven would be the answer."

With all respect, this is absolutely untrue. While it is true that you need to be learned and will get better with experience, it is not absolutely necessary to be involved in a coven situation. I was coven-taught in the beginning, but it didn't take me very long to realize that I work very well alone as a solitaire. And yes my spells have worked. Over the years I have learned much and taught many. However, this path is a lifelong study and you will continually get more adept if you practice and study -- even if in a solitary practice. Know also that intent and belief are the two most powerful ingredients of a spell. Have a clear intent in mind and KNOW your spell will work.

Paganism did not turn from worshiping nature to witchcraft; this is a confusion between paganism as a spiritual belief and witchcraft, or magick, as a practice. One can practicewitchcraft, but one worships some form of divinity. The two may be combined, but can and do exist separately.

Paganism encompasses many religions, not a single one; what they all have in common is that they're all non-Abrahamic in origin (i.e. they're not descended from Judaism, Christianity, or Islam). Wicca, Ásatrú, Hellenic Polytheism, Buddhism, the Native American religions, Taoism, and Shinto are all examples of pagan religions. Not all Pagan religions are nature based. Some are based on human concepts such as valor, civilization, arts, and economics. Most pagan religions do not include the practice of witchcraft.

The term "witchcraft" has many meanings but, in this context, I will assume that the questioner is referring the Christian definition, ie, Devil worship. Unfortunately, the Devil is the creation of Abrahamic religion and so has no links whatsoever with Wicca. Although this will probably sound trite but it is a truth: I don't believe in the God of the Bible which means I don't believe in the Devil; I can't worship something I don't believe in…