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WITCHES REDE OF CHIVALRY

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††††††† Ā̍ Witches Rede of Chivalry

Magical Rites from the Crystal Well, Ed Fitch and Janine Renee, 1987,

Llewellyn Publications.

Insofar as the Craft of the Wise is the most ancient and most honorab汥⁣牥敤

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of humankind, it behooves all who are Witches to act in ways that give

respect to the Old Gods, to their sisters and brothers of the Craft, and to

themselves. Therefore, be it noted that:

1. Chivalry is a high code of honor which is of most ancient Pagan origin,

and must be lived by all who follow the old ways.

2. It must be kenned that thoughts and intent put forth on this Middle Earth

will wax strong in other worlds beyond and return...bringing into

creation, on this world, that which had been sent forth.

Thus one should exercise discipline, for "as ye plant, so shall ye harvest."

3. It is only by preparing our minds to be as Gods that we can ultimately

attain godhead.

4. "This above all... to thine own self be true..."

5. A Witch's word must have the validity of a signed and witnessed oath.

Thus, give thy word sparingly, but adhere to it like iron.

6. Refrain from speaking ill of others, for not all truths of the matter may

be known.

7. Pass not unverified words about another, for hearsay is, in large part, a

thing of falsehoods.

8. Be thou honest with others, and have them know that honesty is likewise

expected of them.

9. The fury of the moment plays folly with the truth; to keep one's head is

a virtue.

10. Contemplate always the consequences of thine acts upon others.

Strive not to do harm.

11. Diverse covens may well have diverse views of love between members and

with others. When a coven, clan, or grove is visited or joined, one

should discern quietly their practices, and abide thereby.

12. Dignity, a gracious manner, and a good humor are much to be admired.

13. As a Witch, thou has power, and thy powers wax strongly as wisdom

increases. Therefore, exercise discretion in the use thereof.

14. Courage and honor endure forever. Their echoes remain when the mountains

have crumbled to dust.

15. Pledge friendship and fealty to those who so warrant. Strengthen others

of the Brethren and they shall strengthen thee.

16. Thou shalt not reveal the secrets of another Witch or Coven. Others have

labored long and hard for them, and cherish them as treasures.

17. Though there may be differences among those of the Old Ways, those

who are once-born must see nothing, and must hear nothing.

18. Those who follow the mysteries should be above reproach in the eyes of

the world.

19. The laws of the land should be obeyed whenever possible and within

reason, for in the main they have been chosen with wisdom.

20. Have pride in thyself and seek perfection in body and in mind. For the

Lady has said, "How canst thou honor another unless thou give honor to

thyself first?"

21. Those who seek the Mysteries should consider themselves the select of the

Gods, for it is they would lead the race of humankind to the highest of

thrones and beyond the very stars.

BLESSED BE.

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