Wicca is a modern neo-pagan religion that draws its roots from ancient pre-Christian practices and beliefs of Europe. It is often regarded as a contemporary form of witchcraft and emphasizes reverence for nature, worship of deities, and the practice of magic.
The term "Wicca" was popularized in the 1950s by Gerald Gardner, a British writer and occultist, who claimed to have rediscovered an ancient religious tradition based on rituals and beliefs predating the advent of Christianity. Wicca has since evolved and diversified, giving rise to numerous traditions and branches.
Adherents of Wicca, also known as Wiccans, view nature as sacred and believe in a polarity of masculine and feminine represented by deities such as the Goddess and the Horned God. Wiccan rituals often involve the celebration of nature's cycles, esbats (lunar celebrations), and sabbats (seasonal festivals). The practice of magic, seen as a manifestation of personal will and energy, is also common among Wiccans.
Wicca places an emphasis on personal ethics, advocating the principle of "Do what you will, as long as it harms none." Wiccans adhere to a moral code known as the "Law of Threefold Return" or the "Rule of Three," which teaches that positive or negative actions will come back to the doer threefold.
It is worth noting that Wicca is a diverse religion, and practices and beliefs can vary significantly from individual to individual or from tradition to tradition. Wicca is recognized as a legitimate religion in many countries and has a global community of followers.
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