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WITCHES AND THE CRAFT 1) We practice rites to attune ourselves with the natural rhythm of life forces marked by the phases of the Moon and the seasonal Quarters and Cross Quarters. 2) We recognize that our intelligence gives us a unique responsibility toward our environment. We seek to live in harmony with Nature, in ecological balance offering fulfillment to life and consciousness within an evolutionary concept. 3) We acknowledge a depth of power far greater that that apparent to the average person. Because it it far greater than ordinary it is sometimes called "supernatural", but we see it as lying within that which is naturally potential to all.4) We conceive of the Creative Power in the universe as manifesting through polarity--as masculine and feminine--and that this same Creative Power lies in all people, and functions through the interaction of the masculine and feminine. We value neither above the other, knowing each to be supportive of the other.5) We recognize both outer worlds and inner, or psychological, worlds sometimes known as the Spiritual World, the Collective Unconscious, Inner Planes, etc.--and we see in the inter-action of these two dimensions the basis for paranormal phenomena and magickal exercises. We neglect neither dimension for the other, seeing both as necessary for our fulfillment.6) We do not recognize any authoritarian hierarchy, but do honor those who teach, respect those who share their greater knowledge and wisdom, and acknowledge those who have courageously given of themselves in leadership.7) We see religion, magick and wisdom in living as being united in the way one views the world and lives within it--a world view and philosophy of life which we identify as Witchcraft--the Wiccan Way.8) Calling oneself "Witch" does not make a Witch--but neither does heredity itself, nor the collecting of titles, degrees and initiations. A Witch seeks to control the forces within him/herself that make life possible in order to live wisely and well without harm to others and in harmony with Nature.9) We believe in the affirmation and fulfillment of life in a continuation of evolution and development of consciousness giving meaning to the Universe we know and our personal role within it.10) Our only animosity towards Christianity, or towards any other religion or philosophy of life, is to the extent that its institutions have claimed to be 'the only way' and have sought to deny freedom to others and to suppress other ways of religious practice and belief.11) As American Witches, we are not threatened by debates on the history of the Craft, the origins of various terms, the legitimacy of various aspects of different traditions. We are concerned with our present and future.12) We do not accept the concept of absolute evil, nor do we worship any entity known as 'Satan' or 'the Devil' as defined by the Christian tradition. We do not seek power through the suffering of others, nor accept that personal benefit can be derived only by denial to another.13) We believe that we should seek within Nature that which is contributory to our health and well-being. This concludes my little informal essay on Wiccan ethics. Hopefully it's something you will consider as you start your journey on your path. -Josette-LXV 33
My Creed:The Witch's Law Bide the Wiccan Law ye must, In perfect love, in perfect trust. Eight words the Wiccan Rede fulfil: An harm ye none, do what ye will. What ye send forth comes back to thee, So ever mind the rule of three. Follow this with mind and heart, And merry ye meet, and merry ye part. -"An Ye Harm None, Do What Ye Will"
AS I WALKED PAST THE GREAT WHITE PILLER TO MY RIGHT, I TURNED MY BODY AROUND AND LOOKED TO THE BLACK PILLER, THAT IS NOW TO MY RIGHT, FOR I NEVER TURN MY HEAD, I TURN MY POSITION TO GET AN EQUAL VIEW. MY VIEW OF THE WORLD-JOSETTE- MILLER-LXV 33 The Pentagram by Aleister CrowleyIn the Years of the Primal Course, in the dawn of terrestrial birth, Man mastered the mammoth and horse, and Man was the Lord of the Earth.He made him an hollow skin from the heart of an holy tree, He compassed the earth therien, and Man was the Lord of the Sea.He controlled the vigour of steam, he harnessed the light- ning for hire; He drove the celestial team, and man was the Lord of the Fire.Deep-mouthed from their thrones deep-seated, the choirs of the æeons declare The last of the demons defeated, for Man is the Lord of the Air.Arise, O Man, in thy strength! the kingdom is thine to inherit, Till the high gods witness at lenght that Man is the Lord of his spirit.€œPaganism is wholesome because it faces the facts of life.€? Aleister Crowleyletter alpha: ValuesMEANING'S OF Numbers: Name Numerology Josette-LXV 331: Sun - Fire - Letters A, J, S Very much the driving life force. A leader. Ambitious. Tends to be impatient. The explorer. The extrovert. Automatically assumes command. Frequently a "big brother" or "big sister". Very strongfeelings either for or against. Would not knowingly hurt anyone but might not realize her/his own strength. Can stand being praised and is entitled to it. Praise can spur to greater things. Primary Color: Red Secondary Color: Brown, Yellow, Gold2: Moon - Water Letters B, K, T Sensitive, domestic. Tends to be emotional and easily influenced to tears. Has a fertile imagination. Very fond of the home. Patriotic. accepts changes in surroundings. Prefers to live near the water.Often possesses musical talents and would make a very good psychic. Primary Color: Orange Secondary Colors: Green, Cream, White3: Jupiter - Fire - Letters C, L, U The investigator; the scientist; the seeker. An interest in the material rather than the spiritual. Ideal on religion frequently change. Has a great sense of humor. Not greatly interested in money. Very trusting, yet likes to know the "why" and the "how" Primary Color: Yellow Secondary Colors: Mauve, Violet, Lilac4: Uranus - Air - Letters D, M, V Inclined to appear strange and eccentric because s/he is usually ahead of her/his time. Very interested in the occult; in psychic research. Inclined to anything out of the ordinary. Strong intuitivetendencies. Can be bitingly sarcastic if crossed. Believed in liberty and equality. Can usually predict the probable outcome of actions and businesses. Primary Color: Green Secondary Colors: Blue, Gray5: Mercury - Air - Letters E, N, W Active, both physically and mentally. Inquiring, exploring. Fond of reading and researching. Good at languages. Would make a very good teacher, writer, secretary. Makes friends easily. Usually methodical and orderly; adept at simplifying systems. Primary Color: Blue Secondary Colors: Light shades of any color6: Venus - Earth - Letters F, O, X Gentle and refined; pleasant and sociable. Usually good looking. Natural peacemaker; able to soothe ruffled feelings. Often experiences difficulties in financial fields. Excellent as a host orhostess. Friendly and agreeable. Primary Color: Indigo Secondary Colors: all shades of blue7: Neptune - Water - Letters G, P, Y Frequently possesses ESP. Extremely "psychic". Introvert. Although s/he does not say much, s/he usually knows a great deal. Mysterious. Often interested in psychology, psychiatry, chemistry and botany. Knowledgeable in astrology and all fields of the occult. Fond of fishing. Inclined to take from the "haves" and give to the "have-nots." Primary Color: Violet Secondary Colors: Light shades of Green & Yellow8: Saturn - Earth - Letters H, Q, Z Inclined to be cold and pessimistic. Not much sense of humor. Often slow getting off the mark but usually ends up ahead of the game. Successful, especially where money is concerned. Frequentlyconnected with mining, real estate and the law. Also with cemeteries and pawnshops. Believes that hard work never killed anyone. Often prepossessed with thought of the past. Primary Colors: Rose Secondary Colors: Dark Gray, Blue, Purple, Black9: Mars - Fire - Letters I, R Very emotional. Can be extremely jealous. Active, though rules by the emotions. Tied very much to family background. Loyal. Apt to be suspicious of strangers. Impulsive. Tends to be afraid of the unknown. Often associated with surgery, physical and mental illnesses. Primary Color: Gold Secondary Colors: Red, Crimson, PinkBrian 33 My husband!
CURRENT MOON lunar phases My mother [R.I.P] loved Dark shadows & that is where I got my name Josette.-WHAT IS ABOVE SO IS BELOW- Josette-LXV 33- East-WHAT I WANT TO SAY TO THE WORLD- '' NEVER FEAR''. FEAR NOT OF THE UNKNOWN OR DIFFERENT, TIS SO EASY TO EMBRACE THE KNOWN, THE LIKE. FOR THE FEAR ITSELF IS WHAT PLANTS SUCH DEMON€™S AND TIS A FAR GREATER OFFENSE. EMBRACE THE DARKNESS OF THE UNKNOWN .IF LIMITS ARE SET, THEY SHALL BE THE WALL'S YOU CONSTRUCT AROUND YOURSELF. ONCE ONE FACES THEIR FEARS AND LIMITATIONS THEY DISCOVER THAT THOSE FEARS ARE THE LIMITS THE LIMITATION IS NOW SIMPLY THE FEAR.IF WE ALLOW PERCEPTIONS, IMPRESSIONS, AND CONFORMITY RULE AND LIMIT THE SOUL,THEN TIS THE WILL OF WICKED. LET THE DIVINE SELF SET YOUR LIMIT€™S, GOAL€˜S, THOUGHT€™S, AND MORAL€™S. TO ME THAT IS GODLY, BUT ONLY IF THE EXPERIENCE OF BREAKING FREE HAS TAUGHT SOLITARY TO NEVER BINE ANOTHER€™S CHARACTER, THUS THAT ESCAPE ITSELF DOES NOT HAVE TO BE SHATTERED ENERGY SUBMITTED BY THE NEXT COHORT. JOSETTE 25X8 SQUARED