"Once we met in secret . . . . in the dark . . .
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And whispered our words into the wind"
This is the Wiccan High Priestess Witchcraft information
area of Spelwerx. Please follow the links below for more
information. Since Wicca does not have an official clergy,
the word high priestess has different meanings, depending
on whom you ask. Most Wicca groups are mixed, with men and
women taking different positions inside the coven.
Traditionally, Wiccans believe in the power of the
feminine, which is why the god and goddess are celebrated
together. In a coven, it's common to have both a high
priest (man) and a high priestess (woman). Both are leaders
of the group when it comes to leading celebrations and
giving the last word on rituals and magical
practices.
Most Wiccans meet with a coven, a small group of people.
Each coven is autonomous. Most are headed by a High
Priestess, often with the assistance of a High Priest. Some
are headed by a High Priestess or High Priest without a
partner, and some regard themselves as a gathering of
equals. Covens can be of mixed gender, or all female or
male, depending on the preferences of the members. Every
initiate is considered to be a priestess or priest. Most
covens are small. Thirteen is the traditional maximum
number of members, although not an absolute limit. At that
size covens form a close bond, so Wiccans are likely to
maintain a strong affiliation with their covens. There are
many distinct "Traditions" of Wicca, just as there are many
denominations within Christianity. The spectrum of Wiccan
practice can be described as ranging from "traditional" to
"eclectic," with Traditions, covens and individuals fitting
anywhere within that range. A typical difference would be
that more traditional groups would tend to follow a set
liturgy, whereas eclectic groups would emphasize immediate
inspiration in worship. Worship circles can be ad-hoc
cross-Traditional groups, working out compromise styles of
worship for themselves and constantly adapting to a
changing membership. Therefore, the lack of strict
adherence to the patterns of any one Tradition is not an
indicator of invalidity. While many Wiccans meet in a
coven, there are also a number of solitaries. These are
individuals who choose to practice their faith alone. The
may have been initiated in a coven or self initiated. They
will join with other Wiccans to celebrate the festivals or
to attend the various regional events organized by the
larger community.
Peace, Love, and Blessings to All
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