Our Beliefs

There are so many misconceptions associated with the various faiths of witches, wiccans, and pagans.

And while we cannot speak for all pagans...

we do hope this information will help to enlighten you to our ways, and the basic foundation of most Pagan religions.

There are many things we do not believe at Life Temple and there are many things that we do.

This information is not presented to offend, nor is it meant to recruit or change the minds of those whose beliefs lie elsewhere.

We have no interest in changing your view-point. So please do not challenge, judge or condemn ours.

we believe

In personal responsibility for one's actions
There is only one source of creation
All things are possible
Happiness resides within one's self
In saying what you mean and meaning what you say
People should be judged by their actions
In the power of meditation and prayer
That all people can solve their problems
That individual spirituality is more important than organized religion
Wicca is not a religion for the masses; this is not the path for everyone
Men & women are not equal but rather balanced; they make a perfect union
Mythology is just that, mythology - stories with lessons to be learned
Protocol creates a system of respect for elders, and those serving the Crafte
Children should choose their own path when they are old enough to decide
In being in tune with the cycles of nature
Simpler is better
All spiritual paths are valid, including those of Judeo-Christian origin
That by your deeds you shall be known

We Do NOT Believe In...

The supernatural. Meaning, most witches, Wiccans, and pagans believe all things are natural. All things that make up this earth (living & dead), animated or inanimate, and the spirits of both this world & the next, are all a natural part of existence. To be beyond or "more than" nature is not something we recognize.

The Devil. Witches do not, nor have they ever believed in or worshiped this Judeo-Christian figure. We do, however, recognize other people's strong belief in his existence, and we are sensitive to those who believe he is a source of malice.

Hell. Hell is a construct of the Judeo-Christian faith. Our afterlife is called the Summerland. It is a place of rest for the spirit while it prepares for its next journey, or reincarnation.

Dogma or karma. Nature does not keep a 'score card' on plants, animals, or other living things, so why would it do so for us? Karma is a largely misunderstood Hindu belief that many Westerners have adopted with a limited understanding.

An end-of-days, an apocalyptic destruction, or a foretold destruction of the earth.

A savior or messiah. We have no superior leader or deity-figure that is destined to return to us. Our God and Goddess are cyclical and return to us seasonally in the calendar year. However, we do recognize & are sensitive to saviors & messiah's that other people believe in.

Sin or guilt. We are all responsible for our own actions, and the worst punishment comes from ourselves, not a form of guilt imposed by our Gods.

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Pagan Coffee Talk is a weekly podcast hosted by Life Temple. It is where we discuss our beliefs and the beliefs of witches, wiccans, and other pagans.

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