History of Witchcraft

 First, let us not pass judgement...

Bible Gateway Matthew 7 :: NIV. "Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.

I am about to write of historic fact and opinion, please understand facts are facts, and history is history and can not be changed...

What is Witchcraft NOT! Are Witches really Evil?

Is Witchcraft Incantation?

Incantation is actually prayers, as are chants, songs, and any intentioned words. However, when it is spoken of incantation, and ill intent that is truly the realm of 

Envy, Jealousy, and Hatred, which are not of Witchcraft! These are the ill words spoken, ill thoughts purposeful and unconsciously made against others, these are what are referred to as Witchcraft and of witches and warlocks. All people have good and bad intent, all should strive to stay positive in intent, but sometimes there are bad people who do not, that has nothing to do with any group of people as a whole.  Perhaps, we need more words or new words to describe such things. Although puritans believed witches to be associated with devils and negative spirit, witchcraft is actually associated with nature which is of God created. So, no innately witches are not Evil, unless they are one of a minority of purposefully ill intentioned individuals.

Poison is Evil, Herbs are Not. Wrong is Wrong, and Right is Right, but be sure you are clear about the meaning in and of the words...

Anything can be used as evil, but that does not make it evil. God spoke against poisoning and killing through poisoning, not actually against herbalism or anything we may call witchcraft as we know it. God spoke against predicting future, without  seeking answers from God first, and of superstition, God wasn’t talking about messages from crossed over loved ones, using divination as we see it in the modern world today in path-working, or so called magic. When you seek of your own inner wisdom, finding a new perspective, seek to know higher intent in your life, search for solace and past wisdom, or meditate or pray to connect with the divine these divinations are not without seeking God first, but of looking for the Divine within us, around us, and guiding us. Don't be superstitious, but a few quirky traditions to build your confidence such as: knock on wood three times to refute saying something negative (which you should always refute), or a pinch of salt after a spill over the left shoulder to chase evil from your back, likely will do no harm to you. It is when you believe broken mirrors, which actually are an omen of protection, are bad luck etc. There is only one luck, good and bad fortune, but truly it is all okay, and usually leads to prosperous tomorrows. Be fortunate, and stay positive.

A Bit of Historic Drama...

There was a political judgement against differing cultural practices automatically viewed as evil for being unknown and different, and therefore evil. Words were misunderstood and used as excuses to kill people instead of to not judge others or love thy neighbour, but to promote hatred instead. It was very political in the past, and today promotes hatred. 

A Side Note on Another Type of Magic...

As a side thought, those magicians in Egypt were illusionists, and of course no illusion could stand up against the real power of God, that doesn’t mean illusionists are evil. Egyptians were hated politically for slavery and mistreatment of others, so everything about them was seen as evil. 

Every culture has good and bad people, let us rise above and act as a whole community, instead of one divided. Let's remember and never repeat history, but know of it and learn from it. The Divine will rejoice in our love. 

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By the way I am a Minister, Priestess, Witch and Herbalist, who loves Jesus and the Divine in all that it is and has ever been. I am Good, Full of Love, and wish you all the Brightest of Blessings! God Bless You! Be Kind!

Obedience

What is Obey, or Obedience?

What is the true meaning of Obedience?

The True meaning of obedience is in the key of Faith. Obedience is actually about trust, believing, and staying honest. In relationships to obey means respecting the other person and having trust in the relationship. The respect and trust is what being faithful is truly about. Respecting enough to be honest, kind, and dedicated from your heart. That, is true fidelity, meaning support, devotion, and faithfulness. Faith is believing and trusting, which puts it all hand in hand. 

What does a call to Obey really mean?

When we are asked to obey it is all about the respect with trust to do what in your heart is honest, believing, and supportive, in other words what you feel would honor and be in right action. In this way, you are faithful, obedient, and believe. It should feel positive not dutiful, because it is coming from the heart and not the will. It is all about honest intentions, staying respectful, and building trust and faith.

How does the true meaning of "Obey" apply...

So what should you do when asked to obey or be obedient? In any situation there may be an exception at times, but see that deviations are forgiven through honesty, and are only made in honest mistake or by following right action for that situation. No one is perfect, and that is not what it is about. Whether in scriptures or in law see that you remember that in law it is about respect and safety, and that in scripture try applying the word "faith" or "trust" or "believe" in place of the word obey. You may find new meaning in what you are reading and applying in your life situations.

Brightest Blessings.