What do you think?
Rate this book
Wiccan Wisdomkeepers: Modern-day Witches Speak on Environmentalism, Feminism, Motherhood, Wiccan Lore, and More
The first book of its kind, Wiccan Wisdomkeepers presents dozens of in-depth interviews with a diverse "global coven" of well-known Wiccans. Celebrating the Craft of the Wise, each interview is accompanied by an original photograph, details about each practitioner's individual philosophy, and a short invocation or spell. Representing a broad spectrum of men and women from many cultures and countries, the interviews include Starhawk, internationally renowned American Wiccan and passionate environmentalist; and Doreen Valiente, who is influential in present-day Wiccan lore and in the writing of the Witches' Book of Shadows. Others include Phyllis Currot, Patricia Morrison, Francesca Howell (author of this season's Making Magic with Gaia), Sirona Knight (author of next season's Goddess Bless!), Marina Baker, Janet Farrar and Gavin Bon, Jullius, Judy Harrow, Dawn Hardy and Tony Meadows, Cassandra, and many more.
144 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2002
51 people want to read
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews
August 23, 2010
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit around a fire and listen to the words of the elders of the Wiccan religion? Look no further. Wiccan Wisdomkeepers is a phenomenal book by English High Priestess Sally Griffyn that delves into the multiplicity of Wiccan spirituality in today’s world.
Starting with a fantastic introduction on the history and growth of Wicca as a religion and paganism as a whole, this book is filled with the love, beauty and mystery one finds in earth-based spirituality. It offers gorgeous and intimate photography not found elsewhere and even includes a couple of basics for the non-Wiccan reader.
Within its pages lie advice, rituals, invocations and words of wisdom from such practitioners as Doreen Valiente, Janet Farrar, Gavin Bone, Starhawk, Phyllis Curott, Sirona Knight, Edmund, Patricia Kennealy-Morrison, Judy Harrow, Francesca Ciancimino Howell, Dawn Hardy, and Tony Meadows.
They touch on topics close to most of our hearts and let us know that we are not alone in the fight in environmentalism, feminism, motherhood and much more. We are allowed behind the scenes and learn how each of them practices, celebrates the Wheel of the Year; honor their ancestors and the land and how to work the magic of transformation.
Starting with a fantastic introduction on the history and growth of Wicca as a religion and paganism as a whole, this book is filled with the love, beauty and mystery one finds in earth-based spirituality. It offers gorgeous and intimate photography not found elsewhere and even includes a couple of basics for the non-Wiccan reader.
Within its pages lie advice, rituals, invocations and words of wisdom from such practitioners as Doreen Valiente, Janet Farrar, Gavin Bone, Starhawk, Phyllis Curott, Sirona Knight, Edmund, Patricia Kennealy-Morrison, Judy Harrow, Francesca Ciancimino Howell, Dawn Hardy, and Tony Meadows.
They touch on topics close to most of our hearts and let us know that we are not alone in the fight in environmentalism, feminism, motherhood and much more. We are allowed behind the scenes and learn how each of them practices, celebrates the Wheel of the Year; honor their ancestors and the land and how to work the magic of transformation.
February 12, 2017
This is unlike any other book on Wicca that I own. It is filled with interviews with modern day Wiccans/Witches whom all have made significant strides in the pagan community. From Doreen Valiente to Jim Morrison's (The Doors) wife, Patricia; this book is sure to please. It's not a spellbook, it's not a book based on ritual format...it's like having a down to earth conversation with each person on the topic of Wicca and Witchcraft.
August 7, 2013
A generic discussion about this religion (it is recognized in both the UK and the U.S. as such). This book begins by showing how it's based on early cultures and their closeness to nature, the seasons, and land traditions. Includes detailed information on leading figures and their respective beliefs. Some resources listed in the back of the book.
The problem with trying to "define" this religion is that it has no set dogmas (unlike the major organized religions). It can be as loose or as symbolic as the person feels comfortable with. It has absolutely NOTHING to do with Satanism or any dark or evil representations but is more of a personal spirituality--an inner seeking or questioning by individuals. Life, a search for the Divine,and the passing seasons affect all humans. Wicca embraces such efforts. Since this is what all individuals are supposed to be looking for in any religious journey, I do not understand why this religion's followers feel the need to hide their identities and beliefs.
A good starting point for anyone curious about this alternate spirituality.
The problem with trying to "define" this religion is that it has no set dogmas (unlike the major organized religions). It can be as loose or as symbolic as the person feels comfortable with. It has absolutely NOTHING to do with Satanism or any dark or evil representations but is more of a personal spirituality--an inner seeking or questioning by individuals. Life, a search for the Divine,and the passing seasons affect all humans. Wicca embraces such efforts. Since this is what all individuals are supposed to be looking for in any religious journey, I do not understand why this religion's followers feel the need to hide their identities and beliefs.
A good starting point for anyone curious about this alternate spirituality.
Read
September 24, 2015I gave it two stars for the fact that some of the people interviewed in it were likable and, yes, very wise.
Aside from that, however, I found it to be yet another example of Wiccan snobbery which goes against many of the basic principles of Wicca.
This book claims that one must be initiated into wicca and suggests that all real practicing Wiccans must belong to a coven and follow specific traditions.
All this, however, is not the case and it gives an unfair view of a spiritual path to the reader.
All the Pagans interviewed (including Jim Morrison's handfasted wife) had interesting tidbits to offer but unforunately that did not add up to a good book overall.
A nice idea, poorly executed.
This book claims that one must be initiated into wicca
Aside from that, however, I found it to be yet another example of Wiccan snobbery which goes against many of the basic principles of Wicca.
This book claims that one must be initiated into wicca and suggests that all real practicing Wiccans must belong to a coven and follow specific traditions.
All this, however, is not the case and it gives an unfair view of a spiritual path to the reader.
All the Pagans interviewed (including Jim Morrison's handfasted wife) had interesting tidbits to offer but unforunately that did not add up to a good book overall.
A nice idea, poorly executed.
This book claims that one must be initiated into wicca
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews