Witchcraft for beginners

Evergreens for Yule Evergreens were cut and brought indoors to symbolize life, rebirth and renewal. They were thought to have power over death because their green never faded and they were used to defeat winter demons and hold back death and destruction. Because of their strenght and tenacity, they were also believed to encourage Sun's return. Christmas Holly Holly,which represents the masculine element , was often used to decorate doors, windows and fireplaces.Because of its prickliness it was thought to capture or ward off evil spirits before they could enter a home and cause harm. The holly leaves , symbolic of the Holly King, represent hope , and the red berries represent potency. Holiday Traditions: Mistletoe Mistletoe, which represents the female element, also holds much importance as it was used by Druid priests in special ceremonies during the Winter Solstice. They believed that its green leaves represented the fertility of the Mother Goddess, and its white be

"When the wheel has turned to Yule , light the log the Horned one rules."   As Yule is approaching we will be taking a closer look at this sabbat, the lore, correspondencies some rituals and spells that you can do for this upcoming celebration. The word Yule comes from the Germanic "Jul" and means "Wheel". The date of this sabbat varies from December 20 to December 23, depending on the year in the Gregorian Calendar. It is also knows as the Winter Solstice and is celebrated by many people around the world as the beginning of the return of the sun and darkness turning into light. It's also a time to celebrate with family and friends and share the spirit of giving during the holidays. Known as Solstice Night , or the longest night of the year, when the days grew colder and the nights grew longer, people of ancient times would light candles and gather around fires to lure back the sun. They would bring out their stores of food and enjoy

Witchcraft definition: Witchcraft (also called witchery or spellcraft) broadly means the practice of, and belief in, magical skills and abilities that are able to be exercised by individuals and certain social groups. Witchcraft is one of the world's oldest spiritual traditions and yet it is also one of the most misunderstood. Television and movies around the world often give a wrong picture about what it means to be a witch. The witches portrayed on the screen are very different from the witches, wizards , sorcerers and ceremonial magicians in real life. Real magic isn't nearly as dramatic. Witchcraft is basically a spiritual practice that can be done by one person or in a group. It is a way of life. It is the study and use of magic and this magic comes from the Earth.  People who go on and become great witches have deep connection with the Earth and everything it offers and very big respect for it. Witchcraft is NOT a religion. Wicca is. Witchcraft is differe