Exploring Wicca [Paperback]

Lady Sabrina (Author)

Book Description

Series: Exploring | Publication Date: March 2006

Tens of thousands of people throughout the world practice or wish to practice Wicca on their own. This book serves as both a beginner’s guide for those exploring Wicca for the first time, as well as a "refresher" to bring seasoned Witches up to speed.

Exploring Wicca provides an overview of Witchcraft and the many ways it is practiced today. It explains exactly how you can become a Wiccan practitioner and live a magickal life. Lady Sabrina teaches how to cast spells for love, money, personal success, and renewed health, as well as how to reconnect with nature and the powers of the universe.

In addition to describing the magickal arts, this newly revised and expanded edition of Exploring Wicca explains the principles and ideals that govern the practice of Wicca, including hands-on advice for spellwork and sample rituals for celebrations and worship. It contains everything the seeker needs:

- Principles governing the Wiccan religion. - History of Wicca and the beliefs of the Celtic Druids. - The Charge of the Goddess and Charge of the God. - Principles of nature and its sacred symbols. - Importance of Wiccan myth and scripture. - Using the Cauldron and Stang.

Through Exploring Wicca, readers will discover the roots of Wiccan beliefs, explore Wiccan scripture, learn to create sacred space and how to invoke the God and Goddess.

The Wiccan religion is unique in that it lacks the hierarchical structure and doctrine imposed by most organized religions—there is no spiritual leader to dictate morals or impose punishment.

And there is no specific doctrine that must be followed, except, perhaps, for the Wiccan Rede: "An it harm none, do what you will." By following Lady Sabrina’s simple, straightforward approach, anyone can learn to become a priest or priestess of the Wiccan religion.

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About the Author

Lady Sabrina (Cobb, California) has been actively involved in Wicca, magick, and the metaphysical arts for more than 25 years. She is priestess and founder of Our Lady of Enchantment, the largest Seminary of Wicca in the United States, and the author of many books including The Witch’s Master Grimoire, Celebrating Wiccan Spirituality (both New Page Books), and Wiccan Magick for Beginners.

Product Details

• Paperback: 223 pages
• Publisher: New Page Books; Revised & Upated edition (March 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156414884X
• ISBN-13: 978-1564148841
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,154,963 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So this is how it goes..., November 29, 2000

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Terri (Massachusetts) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Exploring Wicca: The Beliefs, Rites, and Rituals of the Wiccan Religion (Exploring Series) (Paperback)

I thought this book was amazingly detailed, next to any of Scott Cunningham's books this is the perfect book for beginers. There's detailed rites for all 8 Sabbats, an Esbat rite, and it's all so easy. But it's not just easy to not just perform, it also helps you understand the basis behind each holiday especially if you are new to Wicca. This book, I just thought was amazing as most books go. Some Occult realted books are kinda ick, and no matter how interesting... they are a struggle to get through, but this book, was a breeze to read and understand! >BB<

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good introduction to Wicca, but..., October 13, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Exploring Wicca: The Beliefs, Rites, and Rituals of the Wiccan Religion (Exploring Series) (Paperback)

I first found out about the Craft in 1996 from perusing the Frosts' book "The Magic Power of Witchcraft". After reading that book, I bought Scott Cunningham's "Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner". Big difference! "Exploring Wicca" is a good book for beginners and for those who are looking for new ways to celebrate Esbats and Sabbats. The only reason I'm giving this book 4 stars is because of chapter 12, Spellcrafting and Natural Magick. There are 2 spells each for acquiring money and love. The problem I see with money spells in general is that if you're not specific about how you want to acquire the money (get a better job, etc.), then you may get the money from a loved one's passing away, etc. The problem with her love spells is that they are person-specific. One of the worst things you can do with magick is make someone fall in love with you. Money spells need to be specific and love spells need NOT be person-specific. For example, if I were going to do a love spell, I would list of the qualities (inside as well as outside) of the person I'm looking for. I definitely wouldn't do a spell like "Tara, Tara, is under my spell. If she's my lover, then all will be swell!". Other than her spells, Lady Sabrina has some good ideas that are worth exploring, both by neophytes and third-degrees alike! Blessed Be from Texas, ya'll!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An ideal introduction for the novice., January 4, 2001

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This review is from: Exploring Wicca: The Beliefs, Rites, and Rituals of the Wiccan Religion (Exploring Series) (Paperback)

This examines the beliefs, rites and rituals of Wiccan religion and practices, examining how magic powers work, how to consider sample spells, and using rituals to enhance celebration and worship processes. Geared to newcomers to the Wiccan spiritual path, this assume no prior familiarity.