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04

March

A tribute to Gesith Wulfeage

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Some Buddhist teachers insist that believing in rebirth is necessary for living an ethical life. Their concern is that if there is no fear of karmic repercussions in future lifetimes, what keeps hospice patients, for example, from overcharging their credit cards? I find this argument as sad as the argument that without a belief…

04

March

Devotion in Seax-Wica

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Recently, I received some interesting questions that I believe are important to address for a better understanding of our tradition: 1. Can one practice Seax-Wica using the rites of The Tree while honoring gods other than the Saxon deities, those more aligned with the initiate? 2. Can I be Seax-Wica, honor the Saxon gods, and,…

04

March

Perfect Love and Perfect Trust in the Seax-Wica

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Some Buddhist teachers insist that believing in rebirth is necessary for living an ethical life. Their concern is that if there is no fear of karmic repercussions in future lifetimes, what keeps hospice patients, for example, from overcharging their credit cards? I find this argument as sad as the argument that without a belief…

04

March

Ritual Nudity and the Sacred Kiss in Seax-Wica

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Some Buddhist teachers insist that believing in rebirth is necessary for living an ethical life. Their concern is that if there is no fear of karmic repercussions in future lifetimes, what keeps hospice patients, for example, from overcharging their credit cards? I find this argument as sad as the argument that without a belief…

04

March

Inter-Tradition Guidelines

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Some Buddhist teachers insist that believing in rebirth is necessary for living an ethical life. Their concern is that if there is no fear of karmic repercussions in future lifetimes, what keeps hospice patients, for example, from overcharging their credit cards? I find this argument as sad as the argument that without a belief…

04

March

The Tree

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

The Tree in Seax-Wica: A Vessel of Essence and Personal Magic Within the tradition of Seax-Wica, founded by Raymond Buckland, the concept of The Tree holds a central place in both religious practice and magical expression. Similar to the Book of Shadows in Traditional Wicca, The Tree becomes a repository of experiences, rituals, and personal…

04

March

The True Nature of Witchcraft

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Some Buddhist teachers insist that believing in rebirth is necessary for living an ethical life. Their concern is that if there is no fear of karmic repercussions in future lifetimes, what keeps hospice patients, for example, from overcharging their credit cards? I find this argument as sad as the argument that without a belief…

04

March

The Balance of Seax-Wica: Navigating Light and Darkness in Modern Witchcraft

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Some Buddhist teachers insist that believing in rebirth is necessary for living an ethical life. Their concern is that if there is no fear of karmic repercussions in future lifetimes, what keeps hospice patients, for example, from overcharging their credit cards? I find this argument as sad as the argument that without a belief…

04

March

Ragnarok and December 25th

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Some Buddhist teachers insist that believing in rebirth is necessary for living an ethical life. Their concern is that if there is no fear of karmic repercussions in future lifetimes, what keeps hospice patients, for example, from overcharging their credit cards? I find this argument as sad as the argument that without a belief…

04

March

Conversing with the Gods: Four Dialogues

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Some Buddhist teachers insist that believing in rebirth is necessary for living an ethical life. Their concern is that if there is no fear of karmic repercussions in future lifetimes, what keeps hospice patients, for example, from overcharging their credit cards? I find this argument as sad as the argument that without a belief…

04

March

The Meomerswiell

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Everyone knows that Buddha Gautama was not a god or supernatural being. He lived a human life and discovered a way of achieving true wisdom and freedom from suffering. His teaching became a basis for Buddhist religion and brought essential knowledge to people seeking conciliation and peace.

04

March

Scott Cunningham and His Wicca System for Solitary Practitioners

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Many modern pagan witchcraft practitioners rely heavily on two very popular books: Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner by Scott Cunningham, a book that created a significant movement in witchcraft practice, distinct from Gerald Gardner’s teachings. Wicca: Principles and Practices of Witchcraft (also known as The Complete Book of Witchcraft or Buckland’s Complete Book…

04

March

The Reason Behind the Sabbats

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

When discussing "Wicca," many self-identified "Wiccans," as well as various systems and traditions that have adopted the word "Wicca" as part of their identity, tend to follow a ritual cycle inspired by the legacy of Gerald Gardner, one of the founders of modern Wicca. However, the original reasons behind this ritual calendar are seldom deeply…

04

March

Reflections of Raymond Buckland

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Raymond Buckland. (February, 21 2012) What happen if one take borrowed some gods of other pre-christian non-western europe cults, can they self-call Wicca ? 21-02-2012 "It's a very good question, Juan ( Nimrod ). Since the re-emergence of witchcraft (with Gardner) it has been considered as a Western European aspect of the Old Religion --…

04

March

Glossary of terms un Paganism and Wica

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

Glossary of Terms in Paganism and Wicca Written by: Juan M. Espinoza Revised by: Raymond Buckland This glossary provides synthesized definitions to clarify key concepts in modern Paganism and Wicca. Wicca/Wica Definition: Wicca, or modern witchcraft, is based on the traditional folk religion of Pre-Christian Western Europe. It serves as a devotional system incorporating the patterns of rites from…

04

March

Understanding Witchcraft and Wiccan Traditions

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

There a clear that divisions and misunderstandings among certain groups are creating discord within their pagan community. Given these challenges, I felt it essential to clarify the Seax-Wican perspective on Wicca and other witchcraft traditions and offer guidance on navigating these complex dynamics. Understanding Witchcraft and Wiccan Traditions When we discuss “Wicca,” we are inherently…

04

March

Commemorations in the Progressive Seax-Wica

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

The Seax-Wica tradition, inspired by the rich Saxon heritage and the teachings of its founder Raymond Buckland, follows the core Wheel of the Year celebrations. However, within the freedom allowed in Seax-Wica, some initiated members have chosen to integrate additional dates that resonate with both historical Germanic folklore and events commemorating figures who contributed to…

04

March

Health and Spirituality in the Seax-Wica

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

In books on Magic, Esotericism, Shamanism, and Witchcraft, whether pagan or related to “Wicca,” it is common to find spells and enchantments promising to cure various ailments—from smallpox and hemorrhoids to fevers and infections. Historically, grimoires and spellbooks often included remedies for physical and mental afflictions, which became part of local folklore and the “grandmother’s…

04

March

Wicca and Druidism: Contruibutions of Gardner and Nichols to the Modern Wicca

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

In mid-20th century England, alternative spirituality experienced a renaissance led by figures like Gerald Gardner and Ross Nichols, who cemented two nature-based spiritual practices through modern Wicca and Druidism, respectively. Despite their differences in origin and approach, both aimed to reconnect with a spirituality rooted in nature and a communion with the environment. Gardner, with…

04

March

The Wiccan Rede and The Threefold Law

posted by Juan Manuel Espinoza Guzmán

This article aims to explain, in the most suitable way, what we know as the “Wiccan Rede/Wise Counsel” and the “Threefold Law.” This topic is widely debated among the Initiates of Gardnerian and Alexandrian Wicca and also speculated upon in reformed/emancipated traditions or by those who have not had any instruction in a tradition and…