Tenets of Faith

Hey there,
I realize it's been, like, a week since my last post. Actually, my posts seem to get more and more far apart. Just getting back from the Winter Break from school is a stressful time for me because I've gotten used to living nocturnally. ;) needless to say, my sleeping habits are a bit off. And then add that to the four hours of homework every night that I never have the energy to do. But hopefully, this week I'll be back on track and up with the sun.

Sorry for spilling all that. But what do you expect from a 16 year old blogger? Haha

So now on to the important stuff:

There are many different Wiccan Tenets of faith. They are all different depending on how you practice. Along with the Wiccan Rede, The Law of Three, The Wiccan Creed, and all other basic rites, there are more defined things to think about.

After some research, I've come up with this list:

1. Learning 

With any religion, you have to know what you practice. Learning is more than reading a book about Wicca. There will always be things you don't know yet. You'll hear all about "A Year and a Day". However, I believe that after learning for a year and a day, you know only enough to decide if it's right for you. It's impossible to know everything there is to know about a religion after just a year. I love that we learn something new everyday. Let's all make a promise to ourselves that as individuals, we will keep learning about Wicca for as long we practice.

2. Balance & Harmony

Balance is a very important key. Have you seen the movie The Craft? Remember when the witch at the store talks about true magick? She says true magick is neither black nor white. It's what the witch does with it that makes it good or evil. Magick is both because nature is both. Even though it's a Hollywood movie, it's true. Also, I know some of you have found 'your element' and that's great! But you can't just focus all your energy on that one element. You will have an uneven circle. So try to find ways to become closer to the other elements. This goes for things like the God and Goddess as well as night and day. Never underestimate your dreams. ;)

3. Love & Trust

You know the saying "With perfect love and perfect trust". These two go hand in hand. Have you noticed how negative people have been lately? Don't let them get you down. Try to bring them up. Love everyone with a pure heart. You might dislike or even hate a particular person. You can always hate them more, but you can't love them less. You are all my brothers and sisters who I love dearly even though I've never met you. And you'll be surprised how much love you get back. As for trust, same thing goes. I know it's hard to trust everyone, but the more people you put your trust into, the more you get back. I'm only hoping that as I get older, this will be easier. But I make no promises.

4. Humility

No this has nothing to do with being humiliated. Having humility means to be humble or modest. Never make anyone feel less important than you. And never feel like you are less important than anyone else. This is an insult to the God and Goddess and the incredible things they have created (YOU). We are all put on this earth to make a difference. And never believe otherwise. There is only one of you, and no matter your intentions, the world needs you.

5. Tolerance

Being part of a religion that most people don't understand, it's hard to be tolerated. But you must be respectful of everyone's opinions. Paganism is a religion that tolerates things like individuality and sexual preferences. Things that maybe Christianity doesn't approve of. And that is perfectly fine. And we, as Pagans and Wiccans and Witches, must tolerate and respect their opinions. It is okay to defend yourself, but in a respectful manner. Forcing what you believe upon another is not acceptable for anyone of any religion to do. Tolerance is a very good moral to have. Accept people as they are because isn't that what we were taught since we could walk?

Maybe one day I'll make 5 different posts explaining each of these in more detail. As I read over this, I realize how corny most of it is. But just know, I mean ever word I type.

And now I'll take a moment to appreciate long weekends and pray that this week is better than the last.

Blessed Be
Alice

Wolf Moon

Hey there,
Tomorrow, January 7, will be a full moon. Since it is January, it is called the Wolf Moon Esbat. It is also called the Cold Moon, however, it's not quite cold where I live. 

This is the perfect time to do protective (physical or spiritual) magick for yourself, your family and friends, or your home. 

Like last month during the Oak Moon (see earlier post), we want to get closer to the God and Goddess, especially now that the God has been reborn. During this ritual, we will ask for their protection for the rest of the year. 

As always, this can be done by yourself or in a group. 

Ritual:
You will need:
~An altar set with black, white, & silver candles
~Any and all things used for circle casting
~(Optional) anything needed for your protective spells
~Mead and bread/cake (for yourself and as an offering) & dishes
~You can also have a silver candle for each person. 

Best to be done outside in the light of the moon. If it's inside, open a window.

First, cast a circle. Invite the God and Goddess. 

Light your silver candle and pray for what you wish to be protected. For a group, whether you're all inside or outside the cast circle, sit or stand in a circle. You should each be holding your silver candles. Go around and pray individually what you want to be protected. The first person should light their candle with a match. When he or she is done, the next person has their candle lit by him or her.

Now is the time to do any protective spells. 

When you're finished, thank the God and Goddess for joining you. Uncast the circle. 

Leave the offering on the altar while you enjoy the treats for yourself. When you're cleaning, place the offering under a birch or hazel tree. 


I hope you all have a wonderful time. 
Blessed Be
Alice