~Stregheria~ Basic information including a look at the history and traditions.Category Society Religion and Spirituality Pagan stregheria~stregheria~. In Everything is linked and entwined beyond seperation.I hope this has helped you gain some insight on stregheria. Mot http://www.angelfire.com/co/wytch/strega.html
Extractions: ~Stregheria~ In the fourteenth-century, a Wise Woman who called herself Aradia brought back a revival of the Old Religion, La Vecchia Religione. In central Italy, witches of old worshipped the goddess Diana and her consort, the god Dianus. In Italy, Witches do not use the word Sabbat for their seasonal rites. The Italian word is Trequenda (tray-gwen-da). There are eight Treguendas that make the "Wheel of the Year". They are... *Shadowfest-October 31st *Winter Solstice-December 21st/22nd *Lupercus-February 2nd *Spring Equinox-March 21st/22nd *Tana's Day-May 1st *Summer Solstice-June 21st/22nd *Cornucopia-August Eve *Autumn Equinox-September 21st/22nd The Gifts of Aradia and Tenets of Belief In the fourteenth century, Aradia taught that the traditional powers of a witch would belong to any who followed in the ways of the Old Religion. Aradia called these powers gifts, because she stressed the point that these powers were benefits of adhering to the Old Ways, and not the reason for becoming a witch. These are the powers: ~To bring succes in love ~To bless and consecrate ~To speak with spirits ~To know of hidden things ~To call forth spirits ~To know the Voice of the Wind ~To possess the knowledge of transformation ~To possess the knowledge of divination ~To know and understand secret signs ~To cure disease ~To bring forth beauty ~To have influence over wild beasts ~To know the secrets of the hands ~~Tenets of Belief~~ ~We believe that the
Fabrisia's Boschetto Fabrisia's Boschetto is dedicated to stregheria, Italian Witchcraft, but also contains general information about Witchcraft for new and experienced seekers. http://www.fabrisia.com/
Extractions: Welcome to my 'casa' on the Web. I will strive to give you a basic understanding of Stregheria (Italian Witchcraft) : its' many dieties, beliefs, folklore, history, charms, ethics, traditions and festivals. There are different traditions of Stregheria : Janarra, Tanarra, Fanarra, Silvanic, Benandanti, Luperci, Cavellini, Italian Fairy, Sicilian Fairy, Trinacrian and probably many more. You would be very hard pressed to find a Witch or Wiccan anywhere who would blindly follow anyone else. We are historically very independent people who seek truth from within through rituals, meditation, studying and communing with nature. We respect the right of everyone to worship in their own way. My only animosity towards Christianity, or towards any other religion or philosophy of life, is to the extent that its institutions have claimed to be 'the only way' and have sought to deny freedom to others and to suppress other ways of religious practice and belief. I do not feel that Witchcraft or Wicca is the only way only that it is my way. I follow my own tradition of Stregheria...I am not associated with any Clan here in the US or Italy. I do not profess to be 'the' authority on Stregheria, and what I offer here in this website is my opinions, hypothesis, conclusions and comments.
Welcome To Stregheria Author Raven Grimassi's web site on Italian Witchcraft including FAQs, books, newsletter, and articles Category Society Religion and Spirituality Pagan stregheriaThe grove of Diana at the Arician Sanctuary. http://stregheria.com/
Extractions: The grove of Diana at the Arician Sanctuary I foresee that a day will come, and that perhaps not so very far distant, that the world of scholars will be amazed to consider to what a late period and immense body of antique tradition survived in northern Italy, and how indifferent the learned were regarding it; there having been in truth, only one man, and he a foreigner, who earnestly occupied himself with collecting and preserving it. Charles Godfrey Leland - 1899
Stregheria "The Legacy", A brief history of stregheria.Category Society Religion and Spirituality Pagan stregheria The word stregheria in Italian means Witchcraft . For more information on stregheria,I highly recommend the book Ways of The Strega by Raven Grimassi. http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Agora/4914/teachings.html
Extractions: In Italy, Witches of the yesteryear worshipped the beautiful Goddess, Diana. In the fourteenth century, a woman named Aradia brought about the revival of Witchcraft. According to Tuscan legend, Aradia was the daughter of Diana and Lucifer (who's name means the "light bearer"). After dwelling in heaven for apart of her life, Aradia's mother sent her down to earth to teach the arts of magick to all Witches of the human race. When her purpose was completed, she was called back to the heavens and bestowed with the power to grant the desires of worthy witches who invoked her. According to Charles Leland's Aradia: The Gospel of the Witches , a Witch must enter a field at midnight bearing water, wine, a tailsman, and a small red bag that is filled with salt and at all times held in the hand. Before asking a favor from Aradia, the Witch must bless herself with the water and wine, and then recite her loyalty to the goddess. It is said that Aradia can grant a Witch the abilities to heal the sick, communicate with the dead, foresee the future, and bless friends. Many Wiccans and Neo-Pagans consider Aradia to be a lunar diety like her mother Diana and invoke her at full moon Esbats and other rituals.
History Of Stregheria A Detailed History of stregheria. The Old Religion of Italy first began to form around the beliefs of early, preEtruscan http://www.fabrisia.com/history.htm
Extractions: The Old Religion of Italy first began to form around the beliefs of early, pre-Etruscan Italians. The mystery teachings and the magickal practices were further developed and refined by the Etruscans, who appeared in Italy around 1000 B.C.E., establishing the great Etruscan Empire. The Etruscans were known historically for their great magickal and mystical knowledge. With the rise of the Roman Empire, other factors began to influence Italian religion. The Etruscans cared a great deal more about the afterworld than about life on this earth, so they built magnificent tombs which they sometimes decorated with exquisitely detailed wall paintings and sometimes stocked with a lifetime supply of household goods. The burial items accompanying the dead person in the tomb consisted of objects related to clothing, personal ornaments, weapons and table services; those objects that survivors wanted to place in the burial in order to indicate the dead's social status. They believed that the pleasures of life on earth could continue after death and felt it essential that the living gain the good-will of the Gods in order to enjoy their afterlife. The 'stories' about the gods were unimportant; religion's function in the Etruscan times was to maintain a stable relationship between their gods and their community. Central to the Etruscan idea of deity was the notion of 'manus' or 'numen', or power, which they believed to underlie all of creation and which manifested itself to humans as the gods. Manus became concentrated in certain places and could be harnessed to assist humans. Those who could discern the motions of this power, who could tap into it, would be in touch with the divine and would be favored in their lives. This is a principle in many philosophies and religions. Consciousness of this power is not enough: one must possess the wisdom to become a conduit for it.
Welcome To Stregheria Provides a personal interpretation of the Italian Wicca tradition. Offers history on the specific Tuscan tradition fostered by Aradia. http://www.stregheria.com/
Extractions: The grove of Diana at the Arician Sanctuary I foresee that a day will come, and that perhaps not so very far distant, that the world of scholars will be amazed to consider to what a late period and immense body of antique tradition survived in northern Italy, and how indifferent the learned were regarding it; there having been in truth, only one man, and he a foreigner, who earnestly occupied himself with collecting and preserving it. Charles Godfrey Leland - 1899
Welcome To Stregheria Frequently Asked Questions about La Vecchia Religione and stregheria. 1.What is La Vecchia Religione? 2. What are the origins of stregheria? http://stregheria.com/FAQ.htm
Extractions: and Stregheria It is the Old Religion of Italy. Within it are contained the pre-Christian European mystery teachings. La Vecchia Religione is the Witch sect of Old Italy. Back to the top Stregheria has its roots in ancient Etruscan religion. There are surprisingly few elements in Stregheria that can be said to be strictly Roman influences. Modern Stregheria contains various elements of Tuscan peasant religion mixed with material Medieval Christian heresy sects, particularly those involving Saint worship. To modern Italian Witches, many Catholic Saints are simply ancient pagan gods dressed in Christian garb. Back to the top 3. What is the Arician System of Stregheria?
Questing Spirit: Tenets Of Stregheria Belief Tenets of stregheria Belief We believe that the source of all things(The Great Spirit) is both masculine and feminine in nature. http://www.angelfire.com/stars3/ashtah/beliefstrega.html
Extractions: We believe that the source of all things (The Great Spirit) is both masculine and feminine in nature. We believe that humans bear the Divine Spark of their Creator within themselves (soul/spirit), and that we are actually spiritual beings who are tempararily encased in physical matter. We believe in reincarnation and view it as a process for spiritual liberation from the physical dimension.. We believe in the psychic abilities and the supernatural as normal conditions which have been suppressed by Judaic/Christian culture, but can be restored through the practice of the Old Ways. We believe in magick as a manifestation of energy that is directed by the mind through various ancient techniques. We believe in spiritual worlds and spirit beings. We believe in the Law of Action and Reaction, and that what we do affects others, and what others do affects us. Therefore, we strive to live in peace with those around us. We believe in Karma, meaning that we believe in responsibility and consequenes.
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Witchery:Stregheria,The Legend Of Aradia In the XVI century a women was teaching and preaching in Tuscany the religion of Diana. http://www.witchery.ca/stregheria/aradia.htm
Extractions: Text only Version In 1508 AD the Italian Inquisitor Bernardo Rategno ( having studied witch trial records preserved in the archives of the Inquisition at Como ) wrote a text called the Tractatus de Strigibus. In this text he states that the " witches sect" had begun to expand 150 years earlier. This would place the "expansion" about 1350 ( 14th Century Italy ). What caused this to happen ? Well, the answer may be found in the old legend called The Legend of the Beautiful Pilgrim. This legend can be found in author Charles Leland's notes for his book: Aradia, gospel of the witches. According to this story, there once was a young woman from the town of Volterra who "traveled far and wide, teaching and preaching the religion of old times, the religion of Diana, the Queen of the Fairies and of the Moon, the Goddess of the poor and the oppressed". Leland goes on to say "And the fame of her wisdom and beauty went forth over all the land, and people worshipped her, calling her La Bella Pellegrina ( the Beautiful Pilgrim ). In the Aridian Tradition we refer to Aradia as The Holy Strega (
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Dreamwater Free Web Space: ERROR 404 An email group for the study of Italian folk or family lore and healing traditions. The lore they gather will be used to produce a collective site. http://www.dreamwater.com/strega/strega.htm
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Extractions: Text Only Version Stregheria, (La Vecchia Religione), also known as the Old Religion, is Italian witchcraft. The tradition began in the mid-14th Century with the teachings of Aradia, the Holy Strega. This was based upon a much earlier system of beliefs, dating back to the pre-Etruscian Italians. It is a worship of the "Source of All Things", through the personification of the Goddess and God. Search this site powered by FreeFind Strega uses nature in all of its teachings. Nature is considered the "Great Teacher". There is a deep history based upon Aradia's Teachings, as well as a prophecy given to us in the Mythos, which speaks of the coming "Age of Daughter", when reason will rule. The Stregan view of the afterlife is that we return to the Realm of Luna as the moon waxes, and return to Earth as the moon wanes. When we are ready, we pass through the Sun to be made into our new bodies for our return to the Stars. We have the Grigori, who are the Watchers, and Guardians over our rites. And the Grimas, who keep the traditions pure and continuing. The Lare are the spirits of our ancestors, whom we worship and call upon for help and aid. Family and tradition are of utmost importance, and this is what gives this Tradition its strength and power.
La Vecchia Religione Extensive information on stregheria including traditions, beliefs, tools and spirits. http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Acropolis/7159/strega.html
Extractions: Stregheria - La Vecchia Religione Stregheria, La Vecchia Religione , is a tradition which began in Italy. It was passed down over generations, from parent to child. It has survived over time dispite repeated attempts by the church and other organizations to supress it. I first learned of the tradition by reading the brief blurb in Silver RavenWolf's To Ride a Silver Broomstick . I then set out to learn more, and discovered Ways of the Strega , by Raven Grimassi. As I read his book, I was reminded of stories I heard growing up, told by my grandmother. The more I read, the more things "clicked." Strega provided what the other traditions could not - solid footing. It is a wonderful feeling to have something so firm beneath you as you stretch upwards towards the God and Goddess. Deeper insight came in the form on an on-line study group first sponsored by Pandora, then taught by Amberlyn. I have gained much from this list, and am ever learning more. What follows is a glimpse into La Vecchia Religione . I have included on each page my own thoughts on what is mentioned. Some of the pages have references from Raven's book, others include parts of discussion from the Strega-list. I have tried my best to include all the credits. Some of the references from the list, unfortunately, were only saved in bits and pieces as I salvaged from my old server. If there is something that is yours, please
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Extractions: Graphic Version Stregheria, (La Vecchia Religione), also known as the Old Religion, is Italian witchcraft. The tradition began in the mid-14th Century with the teachings of Aradia, the Holy Strega. This was based upon a much earlier system of beliefs, dating back to the pre-Etruscian Italians. It is a worship of the "Source of All Things", through the personification of the Goddess and God. Strega uses nature in all of its teachings. Nature is considered the "Great Teacher". There is a deep history based upon Aradia's Teachings, as well as a prophecy given to us in the Mythos, which speaks of the coming "Age of Daughter", when reason will rule. The Stregan view of the afterlife is that we return to the Realm of Luna as the moon waxes, and return to Earth as the moon wanes. When we are ready, we pass through the Sun to be made into our new bodies for our return to the Stars. We have the Grigori, who are the Watchers, and Guardians over our rites. And the Grimas, who keep the traditions pure and continuing. The Lare are the spirits of our ancestors, whom we worship and call upon for help and aid. Family and tradition are of utmost importance, and this is what gives this Tradition its strength and power. Excerpt from Raven Grimassi's "Way Of the Streg
La Vecchia (the Old Religion) One follower's stregheria spell and ritual information. http://village.fortunecity.com/radclyffe/541/
Extractions: web hosting domain names email addresses related sites The pages of the Magickal Knowledge Welcome to a site of Stregheria. I believe that we are all connected and that there is a reason for all things that happen in ones life. The fact that you are here is just one example. You are searching for a truth and something to connect to. To better our lives is what this is about. We perceive through our mortal senses and through these pages to follow I shall share some things that may help to make one more in tune with that perceptions. Aromas and oils, candles that make the darkness blind and call forth memories of the past and help to guide the future. So many thoughts like leaves blowing on an autumn day, to catch but a few and share them with another, is but a comfort on the journey of our lives. You will find a wide assortment of information beyond this page. Some of the pages are restricted as they contain more information than the casual surfer needs. You may access this area provided you understand a few simple things that are explained on this page . Although this site is devoted to the ways of Strega, I believe that witchcraft by any other name is still witchcraft, so I include information regarding all that encompasses the art.
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