Why can't people realize Wicca is not dangerous or harmful, or sinful?

Question

It is just another valid religion among many valid religions. All spiritual paths are valid and correct for the follower.

Why is it attacked?

Answer 1

Great post :)

I don't know why either. Wicca is a fascinating religion and generally speaking, certainly the Wiccans I have spoken with in 'real life' and online are charming, well read and great fun!

Answer 2

Because people have their beliefs set in stone... truth be damned.  

Answer 3

A lot of people are misinformed. They're taught it's evil, that Wiccans are Satanists, or they simply are so dumb to believe stereotypes.

A lot of people are too afraid to learn about other religions on their own, and simply go along with what they're told about other belief systems.

Also, many people think it's a "cult" or that the followers are all about hurting people-- which is the exact opposite. Consider that Pagans of all types don't convert people, and won't so much as teach a minor without their parents' consent. They are generally peaceful, and won't hurt people or animals.

Few people realize that Wicca has its roots in Paganism, a religion of more than 10,000 years.

Kinda sad that this peaceful religion is so hated by so many.  

Answer 4

because all that people see is the bad stuff. think about it. if someone practices white magic, just for defense against spirits or for example to heal someone, it won't get to the news. but when someone uses black magic to destroy something, or curse someone, it has a much bigger chance to get to the news, to the eyes and ears of people. what they see are people in black robes with pentagrams, and they see that as devil-worship.

i guess the true answer to this question is that people ARE superficial, whether they deny it or don't

Answer 5

All monotheist religions believe that theirs is the only way to live.  Other ways of life are only tolerated if they are demonstrably inferior and so can serve as counterexamples.  Since Wiccans are no worse off in any sense than Christians, they are demonised by Christians.

Answer 6

It's only people who live in magic world where people they like are worshippers of their god and people they hate are worshippers of their god's enemy.

The rest of the world is content to leave Wiccans alone.

Answer 7

Because they live boring sad lives, and making up fairy tales adds excitement to their dreary lives.

Answer 8

Because Fundie Christians wrongly think it is witchcraft, and therefor, evil.

Generally, a lack of education, and an attitude of willful ignorance keep people thinking that Wicca is harmful and sinful.  

Answer 9

Because they've been taught that Wicca is evil witchcraft and that any religion other than theirs is wrong.  Fundie Christians are horribly offended by the mere existence of Wicca and still think it's devil worship.  I don't think there's anything you can say to change their minds - after all, to them you're a follower of Satan and everything you say is a lie.

Answer 10

No one should attack your beliefs, especially if they cannot vindicate an alternative.  However, in pure terms, energy or power either comes from the God of Abraham via Jesus of Nazereth or from Satan.  Both spiritual paths are valid within their context but one is of destruction, deceit and misery hidden within a plethora of almost pleasant scenarios and acts.  

Most people are good at heart and want to do the right thing.  If you cannot pursuade them to do evil, at least give them something that appears innocous but still tie them to you spiritually so they remain yours and indirectly champion your cause.

Many Wiccans claim that they neither recognise Satan or God but dont they call on the Queen of the Night and other entities etc?  Remember there is only God or Satan as spritual power sources so who are they calling upon?  That, indeed, is very self-destructive and harmful etc etc!

Should I not encourage you to find the spiritual path based on real truth and love?

Answer 11

So why do the Wicca worshipers burn the Wicca Man edifice yearly sending more pollution into the atmosphere if it isn't dangerous to our environment.

Answer 12

One of several reasons -

1. Misinformation.

2. Confusion.

3. Desire to spread misinformation due to bigotry.

Answer 13

You may have good intentions and may indeed want peace, but you misunderstand why Christians attack Wicca.

It is dangerous and harmful spiritually.  It seperates you from the true God and from His blessings.

It is sinful because you no longer worship or recognize the true God. Wiccians worship the created (nature, the individual, etc.) not the Creator.