How do Wiccans Worship? What are Wiccan Tools?

Thursday, January 14th, 2010 at 10:04 pm

How Do Wiccans Worship? Wiccans base their primary observances on what is referred to as ‘The Wheel of the Year’. This ‘Wheel’ contains eight times in each year where the changes of the seasons are celebrated by Ritual to pay tribute for the gifts and opportunities inherent in each season. Examples include the asking for protection and needs to be meet during winter months, the ‘calling forth’ of spring (seed and planting time), and giving thanks for crop abundances in the autumn.

What Are “Wiccan Tools” and Why Are They Used? During festivals, Wiccans use ritual tools to assist them with their performances. These include athames, wands, chalices, bowls, candles, and pentacles. Most all of these items correlate with an element of nature, and each has a specific purpose to aid in rituals – which are often performed to portray the roles which Divine Spirits play in interacting and impacting our daily lives. Wiccans also use divination tools, such as crystal balls, pendulums, and Tarot cards for seeking spiritual advice and gaining insight into the future.

Wicca and Magick: Much of the misconceptions about Wicca stem from its practice of performing ‘magick’. This magick is often (wrongfully) attached to some type of devil-worship by those who do not take the time to research the facts. In truth, most Wiccans do not even believe in a devil. And, if they did, the Code of Ethics and Principles of Wicca would enforce its followers to stand clear of “him”. Again, Wicca promotes well-being unto all.

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