1.15 Wicca as a Mystery Tradition

Jul 27, 2022

Join the hosts as they delve into Wicca as a Mystery Tradition, discussing initiations, secrets, and the views of early Wiccan Elders. They explore the concept of polarity, inclusivity, and the importance of experiential learning in Wiccan traditions. Listen in for a jam-packed episode filled with humor, banter, and intriguing insights into the world of Wicca.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Casual Conversations on Various Lighthearted Topics

01:43 • 2min

Exploring Wicca Traditions and Practice Mix-up

03:24 • 2min

Exploring Wicca as a Mystery Tradition

04:57 • 20min

Exploring the Multifaceted Meanings of Fertility in Wicca

24:44 • 11min

Exploring Reincarnation and Initiation in Wicca

35:25 • 15min

Exploring Polarity and Inclusivity in Wicca

50:44 • 4min

Summary:

After you’ve listened to this episode, you’ll be an initiate of the Wicca… jokes (please don’t recule us :P)! In this two-part episode, we discuss Wicca as a Mystery Tradition and what we mean by that phrase. What is Wicca as a Mystery Tradition based on? What Sekrets™ are we hiding (they’re as good as those damned bees keeping that sweet, sweet nectar)? Who is Initiatory Wicca open to (hint: it’s everyone)? Can the Mysteries be read about from a book? How did our early Wiccan Elders view Wicca as a Mystery Tradition? How does polarity fit in? Grab a cuppa, a glass of wine, a beer, or your favourite cocktail and let us fill your ears with our four sweet accents in this, Episode 015: Wicca as a Mystery Tradition (Part 1) (obviously don’t be drinking and driving - this includes you, iced-coffee drinkers!) - it’s a jam-packed episode!

A word of warning: skip to minute 4 for the good stuff, unless you want to listen to us discuss Peter’s white legs (and we all know you want to!) and how to keep cool in hot weather (tips courtesy of our favourite southerners).

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References, Notes, and Links:

Jack Chanek’s Video on Fertility and the Pagan Revival

Valiente, D (2018). Witchcraft for Tomorrow. Robert Hale. pp.127-128 (Amazon link)

Sanders, M (2008). Fire Child: The Life and Magic of Maxine Sanders 'Witch Queen'. Oxford: Mandrake. p.113 and p.191 (out of print as of 2022)

Heselton, P (2020). In Search of the New Forest Coven. Fenix Flames Publishing Ltd. (Bookshop link)

Sanders, A (1989). The Alex Sanders Lectures (out of print in 2022, though being republished by Rose Ankh Publishing soon)

Gardner, G (1954). Witchcraft Today. (Bookshop link)