1.07 Why Covens? Part 2

In this episode, we discussed some of the culture around asking for initiation rather than assuming one can join a coven, what is a “proper person” and what is “properly prepared”, ways to find a coven, how to approach a coven, how to meet with coven leaders and what to expect from those meetings, outer court practices, and when does initiation happen. James also led us through a discussion of Red Flag warning signs that Seekers should be on the lookout for. And, to the surprise of no one, we “outed” ourselves as being on the progressive end of the spectrum.

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Opening Quote: 'Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.' - Gustav Mahler (perhaps paraphrasing Thomas More)

James’ preferred textbook on fundamentalism in religion:

Almond, Gabriel A., et al. Strong Religion: The Rise of Fundamentalisms around the World. University of Chicago Press, 2006. 

Cult Warning Signs

Additional Resources for Seekers:

• Mooney, Thorn. Traditional Wicca: A Seeker's Guide. Llewellyn Publications, 2018. 
• Alexandrian Wicca Seekers and Initiates (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/groups/278933458939644/  
• Gardnerian Wicca Seekers and Initiates (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/groups/gardnerianseekers/ 
• British Traditional Wicca (Discord): https://discord.gg/rrXEJHA 
• Mandragora Magika (not vouched): https://mandragoramagika.com/ 
• Seeking Witchcraft's ‘Covens: Where to find them, what to ask them, & what to know!’ is available here: https://bit.ly/33XAkPf

Monty Python Quote “These questions three…”: Clip