Witchcraft, as the name suggest, is a ‘craft’ practised by witches. Witch craft is usually associated with women. Witchcraft, in fact, was known as the ‘The Craft of the Wise.”’ It was so called because those who practised it lived close to the nature and practised healing arts, divination and herbal remedies. Definition provided by Discovery channel : 1. Witchcraft is a pagan religion with a long history that stretches back to the beginning of human time. Witches, shamans and medicine people performed rituals that influenced the gods and goddesses that early humans believed ruled the world. Witches were originally thought to be healers who nurtured as well as destroyed. But belief in such power inevitably inspired fear, as well. Witches, who were predominantly women, were often forced to live on the outskirts of acceptable society. Witchcraft has evolved over the centuries to encompass a wide variety of beliefs and practices There are so many definitions provided , from being satanic to earth warriors. If you feel drawn to this ancient practise, follow your own wisdom.Trust what you feel. Don't let anything thing define you and how you connect to your higher spiritual knowledge. ~Rainbowalker~
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