The Covenant of Aradia
(or the Gospel of the Witches)
I) Observe the times of the Sacred gatherings, for therein is the foundation of the powers.
II) When good is done for you, you are bound to return it threefold. And if you shall help another you will not accept payment but shall bind the one served to likewise help yet another three (people).
III) Use not your power or knowlage of the Craft, neither to call forth your aids, for your own glory or as proof of your standing. Work instead for the good of your Coven or for those who are outside (should they prove worthy). For your own need you may work if no harm is done through your gain.
IV) Take not the life of any living thing except it be to preserve another life. If you take a life to provide food, then all it's being must be used in respect to it's life force. That which cannot be use must be returned to the Earth with blessings made.
V) Give not your word lightly, for you are bound by your words and by your oaths.
VI) You shall not bow before any authority over you except it be that of the Creators, or their emissaries. All others are Worldly ego.
VII) You are bound to teach and initiate all who appear worthy, and to aid in the continuance of the Old Religion.
VIII) Belittle not another's beliefs nor degrade another for their ways. But offer your own truth without argument and strive to dwell in peace with those who differ.
IX) As there be no harm to another, then let your actions be as you will. Love and Freedom are the essence of the Law.
X) Strive to live your life in compassion and awareness to the minds and hearts of all who share in your presence.
XI) Be true to your own understanding and strive to turn away from that which is opposed within you.
XII) Destroy not, neither scar, the beauty of Nature around you. Hold reverance for all things in Nature, second only to the Creators. Waste nothing.
XIII) Remain open in your heart and in your mind to the Great Ones, The Creators, and to your Brothers and Sisters alike.
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