Wicca

By Crusader1307

Wicca is a Pagan (and Neo-Pagan) Folk Religious Belief System, which was first ''created'' in the early 20th Century AD (and based on much more ancient principles). Traditionally seen as ''Natural Magic'' or ''Earth Magic'', Wicca's origins are closely associated with most forms of early Witchcraft and Spellcraft. Originally- not ''Evil'' in intent (but defensive if need be), it was classified as Pagan and Heretical by most Christian Churches. Organized into ''Traditions'', Wiccans use a variety of folk remedies and stylized rituals. Wiccans believe in a wide Parthenon of Gods and Goddesses that ''show favor'' to various Practitioners for their ''devotion''. And while often portrayed as ''Witches and Warlocks'', the goal of Wicca is to promote a ''oneness'' with Humanity and Nature (seen as the personification of a ''Female'' Creator Deity). While most of their portrayal in Literature an later films were akin to Witches, ''true'' Wiccans are quick to point out that there are no similarities. It is estimated at close to 1 million persons are Followers and Practitioners of Wicca – Worldwide.