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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]How does Wiccan theology get transmitted, and are there holy books? According to Wikipedia, a British man named Gerald Gardner pulled it together in 1954. It seems like there would be more, though. Are there scriptures or prophets that relate the natures of the two gods? Where do the priest/esses get their knowledge?[/quote]
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The basic foundation of the faith has been passed down since ancient times. Threads of our faith can be seen woven into into the lives of Ancient Greeks or Romans, Vikings, and Celts. We've learned from them and the stories and knowledge have survived through each generation. The Poetic Edda of Iceland dictates their beliefs of the gods, and the Irish Book of Invasions is a primary resource from the Celts.[/b]

Gerald Gardner was (and I'm parring the history down to its very core here) responsible for the revival of this religious tradition and essentially created modern day neo-paganism.

There's no real sacred text in earth based religions, but there are numerous authors out there recording our beliefs. Scott Cunningham is a modern day author who has written what many consider to be The Best books on Wicca. Practicers get their knowledge from study of these books or get knowledge directly from others.[/quote]

I forgot to mention that some tenants of earth based religions exist outside of these places, as well. The spirituality of many American Indians is similar, and we share some of the same beliefs as Shinto religion of Japan.

I'm not very knowledgeable about the spirituality of African tribes, but I'm now inspired to learn more about the topic to see if there are any similarities between them and Wiccan beliefs![/quote]

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