Millions of Americans are becoming...witches?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:There is no God and there are no witches. It's all just made up.

and very powerful in some people's minds.

[Anonymous]

I wonder what it is about humans that they will flock to any new metaphysical invention no matter how stupid. Truly extraordinary.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:
Like for every religion, there are fringe movements in paganism that are a disturbing. The potion-making set with use of very questionable ingredients that have no efficacy recognized by any medical research, and the animal sacrifices during rituals. But the immense majority of Pagans DO NOT DO THAT.

Do realize that both Judaism and Christianity practiced animal sacrifices. What do you think they were sacrificing in the temple before its destruction? What is the very essence of Christianity - god sacrificed an animal (Jesus).

Jesus sacrificed himself for his followers to cleanse their sins. Big difference to ritual burning of goats and pigeons.

[Anonymous]

Sounds fun!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
Like for every religion, there are fringe movements in paganism that are a disturbing. The potion-making set with use of very questionable ingredients that have no efficacy recognized by any medical research, and the animal sacrifices during rituals. But the immense majority of Pagans DO NOT DO THAT.

Do realize that both Judaism and Christianity practiced animal sacrifices. What do you think they were sacrificing in the temple before its destruction? What is the very essence of Christianity - god sacrificed an animal (Jesus).

Jesus sacrificed himself for his followers to cleanse their sins. Big difference to ritual burning of goats and pigeons.

Is it? How so?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I wonder what it is about humans that they will flock to any new metaphysical invention no matter how stupid. Truly extraordinary.

People flock to just about anything that looks promising, not just any new metaphysical invention.

[Anonymous]

It's not that kind of witchcraft. Like, it's not related to Satan (which is a Christian idea) or evil. It's just a lot of spirituality and somewhat cringey female empowerment mixed with environmentalism.

Think crystals and yoga. That kind of thing.

[Anonymous]

Womens rights are getting screwed over by evangelical churches. Now we will start to cast spells and curses on church men.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
Like for every religion, there are fringe movements in paganism that are a disturbing. The potion-making set with use of very questionable ingredients that have no efficacy recognized by any medical research, and the animal sacrifices during rituals. But the immense majority of Pagans DO NOT DO THAT.

Do realize that both Judaism and Christianity practiced animal sacrifices. What do you think they were sacrificing in the temple before its destruction? What is the very essence of Christianity - god sacrificed an animal (Jesus).

Jesus sacrificed himself for his followers to cleanse their sins. Big difference to ritual burning of goats and pigeons.

Is it? How so?

Well maybe because humans are different than goats and pigeons?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am a PP but wanted to add that unlike a lot of organized religions, this is something that hasn't been politicized and isn't really hurting anyone, inspiring news developments, etc. It's personal and also escapist.

+1 I think people want to believe in higher power and that there is something out there. The new age harmless witchcraft gives people a community and an outlet for it, but it also isn’t rigid with rules.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a PP but wanted to add that unlike a lot of organized religions, this is something that hasn't been politicized and isn't really hurting anyone, inspiring news developments, etc. It's personal and also escapist.

+1 I think people want to believe in higher power and that there is something out there. The new age harmless witchcraft gives people a community and an outlet for it, but it also isn’t rigid with rules.

And it's only for women, right?

[Anonymous]

I was a witch, and I understand the appeal. I am a Christian now. For anyone who’s interested, magic works and is very real - all power starts with the mind.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I was a witch, and I understand the appeal. I am a Christian now. For anyone who’s interested, magic works and is very real - all power starts with the mind.

No wonder why you are Christian, you think magic is real. 🤦‍♂️

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I was a witch, and I understand the appeal. I am a Christian now. For anyone who’s interested, magic works and is very real - all power starts with the mind.

No wonder why you are Christian, you think magic is real. 🤦‍♂️

This forum probably isn’t the right place for you, friend.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I was a witch, and I understand the appeal. I am a Christian now. For anyone who’s interested, magic works and is very real - all power starts with the mind.

No wonder why you are Christian, you think magic is real. 🤦‍♂️

This forum probably isn’t the right place for you, friend.

Why not?