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Shamanism:
Shamanism uses things such as travel in the spiritual realms, tree lore,
herb lore and the use of totems. Tribal Shamen were the ones responsible
for the spiritual matters of the tribes and also for the traditional birth,
death and healing ceremonies. Shamans are the ones who were capable of
communication with the spirits of ancient ancestors and therefore gain
knowledge. Modern day pagans use these practices.
Wicca:
Modern Revival of ancient folklore and magical practices of Europe. Wiccans
generally think of divinity as the god and goddess who represent many
different aspects. Most celebrate eight festivals each year and meet in
time periods synchronized with the phases of the moon. Wicca itself has
it's own set of traditions, rituals and practices.
Witchcraft:
Witchcraft was originally believed to be an ancient fertility religion. It
is also called the Old Religion. Modern witches are often skilled herbalists
and healers and their practices and technique are similar to the tribal
Shamans. Some Wiccans call themselves Witches, there are Witches who do not
Practice Wicca. The two are not mutually exclusive but Witches of Northern
Traditions have little in common with Wiccan Practices yet both are pagan
practices.
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