Wicca is a diverse, nature-based modern Pagan religion that emerged in the mid-20th century. While it draws on ancient European folk traditions and occult practices, its formal structure was largely established by figures like and Doreen Valiente in Britain during the 1940s and 1950s. Core Beliefs and Ethics
Many practitioners believe that any energy—positive or negative—sent out into the world returns to the sender threefold. Wicca is a diverse, nature-based modern Pagan religion
Practitioners celebrate the Wheel of the Year , which consists of eight major festivals (Sabbats) marking the changing seasons. Practices and Traditions Wicca is a diverse