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Book: Pagan Religions in Five Minutes

Chapter: 21. What is the Difference between Wicca and Witchcraft?

DOI: 10.1558/equinox.45488

Blurb:

Wicca and witchcraft can be hard to differentiate, as their traditions overlap. Wicca is a modern witchcraft with specific beliefs and practices. Created by Gerald Gardner in mid-20th century England, Wicca was no different from general witchcraft. Now, we understand that Wicca is a type of witchcraft, while other forms have their own practices and origins. Non-Wiccan practitioners use various descriptors to define their practices, highlighting diversity within the witchcraft community.

Chapter Contributors

  • Mary Hamner (marychamner@gmail.com - mchamner) 'University of North Carolina at Charlotte'