The Book of Shadows, is a Wiccan Bible if sorts. Many individuals, families or circles/covens write their own. This is expected somewhat because of the freespitited roots of Wicca. Everyone follows their own beliefs but must follow a basic rule. This rule can be simply stated as "Harm none, do as ye will." And even this is up for interpretation. Although I dont have the room here to create mt own book i can write in "The Wiccan Rede" which is a basic outline on conduct, ritual and worship (also up for interpretation).
Hear now the word of the Witches, the secrets we hid in the night, When dark was our destinys pathway, That now we bring forth in the light. Mysterious Water and Fire, The Earth and the wide-ranging Air, By hidden Quintessence we know Them, and we will keep silent and dare. The birth and rebirth of all Nature, the passing of Winter and Spring, We share with the life Universal, rejoice in the Magical Ring Four times in the year the Great Sabbat, returns, and the Witches are seen, At Lammas and Candelas dancing, on May Eve and old Halloween When daytime and nighttime are equal, when sun is at greatest and least, The four lesser Sabbats are summoned, again Witches gather in feast. Thirteen silver moons in a year are, thirteen is the Covens array, Thirteen times at Esbat make merry, for each golden year and a day. The power has passed down the ages, each time between woman and man Each century unto the other, ere times and the ages began. When drawn is the Magickal circle, by sword or athame of power, Its compass between two worlds lies, in the land of shades of that hour. Our world has no right to know it, and the world beyond will tell naught, The oldest of Gods are invoked there, the great work of Magic is wrought. For two are the mystical pillars, that stand at the gate of the shrine, And two are the powers of Nature, the forms and the forces divine. And do what thou wilt be the challenge, so be it in love that harms none, For this is the only commandment, By Magick of old be it done. Eight words the Witches Rede fulfill: If it Harms none, Do what Thou Will!A message from a founder.
Wicca is not evil, wiccans are not satanists or worship the devil in any way. We are peaceful and enjoy the company of nature. Our lives revolve around love and light. We are here to help, heal, love, care for the ones we love. We are human beings with a different meaning in life. The elements take a big part in this religion. Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. To some the goddess and god is involved, the creaters of life and earth. We are spiritual beings here to figure out the meanings of life. We are peaceful and never violent, we have no quarrels with anyone.-
