Wiccan Traditions
There are different types and styles of Wiccan traditions -- some may be right for you, and others not so much. Learn about the variations in spiritual paths even amongst Wiccans -- some of the differences may surprise you!
Alexandrian Wicca
Founded by Alex Sanders and his wife Maxine, Alexandrian Wicca became a popular tradition during the resurgence of modern Paganism. Heavily influenced by Gardner and his tradition, Alexandrian Wicca uses a degree system and has ties to ceremonial magic systems.
Founded by Alex Sanders and his wife Maxine, Alexandrian Wicca became a popular tradition during the resurgence of modern Paganism. Heavily influenced by Gardner and his tradition, Alexandrian Wicca uses a degree system and has ties to ceremonial magic systems.
Blue Star Witchcraft
The Blue Star tradition is one that is modeled on Gardnerian Wicca, but still manages to be different. Learn more about the Blue Star tradition of Witchcraft.
The Blue Star tradition is one that is modeled on Gardnerian Wicca, but still manages to be different. Learn more about the Blue Star tradition of Witchcraft.
British Traditional Wicca
British Traditional Wicca is a term often used by Pagans in the U.S. to describe a specific set of covens in Britain. Find out what BTW is, and who qualifies to be part of it.
British Traditional Wicca is a term often used by Pagans in the U.S. to describe a specific set of covens in Britain. Find out what BTW is, and who qualifies to be part of it.
Circle Sanctuary
If you read much about Wicca and witchcraft, you've probably heard of Circle Sanctuary. But who are they, and why are they important?
If you read much about Wicca and witchcraft, you've probably heard of Circle Sanctuary. But who are they, and why are they important?
Correllian Nativist Tradition
The Correllian Nativist Tradition is a well-known tradition of witchcraft today - find out who they are, and what they do.
The Correllian Nativist Tradition is a well-known tradition of witchcraft today - find out who they are, and what they do.
Covenant of the Goddess
Covenant of the Goddess is a name that comes up often in discussion of Wiccan groups. Who are they, and what do they do?
Covenant of the Goddess is a name that comes up often in discussion of Wiccan groups. Who are they, and what do they do?
Dianic Wicca
With origins in the feminist movement, Dianic Wicca has been embraced by many women trying to find an alternative to oppressive, patriarchal religion. One branch of the Dianic movement centers around the writings of Z Budapest, while other groups tend to be more eclectic. One facet they all have in common is a celebration of the Goddess only, instead of the dual God/Goddess practice often found in Wicca.
With origins in the feminist movement, Dianic Wicca has been embraced by many women trying to find an alternative to oppressive, patriarchal religion. One branch of the Dianic movement centers around the writings of Z Budapest, while other groups tend to be more eclectic. One facet they all have in common is a celebration of the Goddess only, instead of the dual God/Goddess practice often found in Wicca.
Eclectic Wicca
The phrase "eclectic Wicca" is a commonly used one, but it can have different meanings depending on who's using it. Find out what Eclectic Wicca is, and who practices it.
The phrase "eclectic Wicca" is a commonly used one, but it can have different meanings depending on who's using it. Find out what Eclectic Wicca is, and who practices it.
Gardnerian Wicca
When Gerald Gardner founded Wicca in the 1950s, he set the wheels turning for countless other traditions to form. Many of today's Wiccan covens can trace their origins back to Gardner, but the Gardnerians path itself remains initiatory and oathbound.
When Gerald Gardner founded Wicca in the 1950s, he set the wheels turning for countless other traditions to form. Many of today's Wiccan covens can trace their origins back to Gardner, but the Gardnerians path itself remains initiatory and oathbound.
Seax Wica
Seax Wica is a contemporary form of witchcraft based upon old traditions. Learn more about Seax Wica, and what makes it different from traditional Wiccan practices.
Seax Wica is a contemporary form of witchcraft based upon old traditions. Learn more about Seax Wica, and what makes it different from traditional Wiccan practices.
Christian Witchcraft
While not Wicca, this article is included here because the concept of Christian Witchcraft has become more and more popular. This is a well-written essay that makes a case for utilizing magic and witchcraft within a Christian framework.
While not Wicca, this article is included here because the concept of Christian Witchcraft has become more and more popular. This is a well-written essay that makes a case for utilizing magic and witchcraft within a Christian framework.