Spirit Online: Wicca & Magick: Beginning Wicca:Magick
Name
Most Wiccans choose a Craft name (also known as a
magickal name or eke-name). Because Wicca is a new way
of life, it is traditional to find a new name that you feel
suits you. At birth, we are given names without any
personality to base it on. When you choose a Craft name,
it will be something very much a part of you, perfectly
fitting and comfortable. A name is a symbol of yourself.
You should choose a name that fits you just right. It
should say something about your personality. And of
course, choosing a new name represents the birth of a
"new" you as you enter the world of magick, paganism, and
the God and Goddess.
Here are some guidelines:
Let your name come to you. If you try to force
yourself to come up with a name, you'll only end up with
something that sounds nice, but will always seem a little
less than fitting. The name that suits you will come along
and be just right.
Try thinking of it from this perspective: What would
you be, if you weren't a human? An animal? An inanimate
object, like a flower or a tree? Or would you be a great
body of water, or a torrent of wind and rain, or a mirage
in a hot desert? Think of yourself that way, and it may
help the name form in your mind.
Think about how others see you. Imagine being on the
outside, talking to yourself... a little like reflecting your
personality so it's more tangible. Then maybe that name
will come to you!
Consider your personality. What name would represent
your characteristics best? Names like "Charisma" or
"Star" might suggest an outgoing personality, while a
name like "Dove" or "Innocence" would represent a shy,
gentle person. Go from there.
Name
Most Wiccans choose a Craft name (also known as a
magickal name or eke-name). Because Wicca is a new way
of life, it is traditional to find a new name that you feel
suits you. At birth, we are given names without any
personality to base it on. When you choose a Craft name,
it will be something very much a part of you, perfectly
fitting and comfortable. A name is a symbol of yourself.
You should choose a name that fits you just right. It
should say something about your personality. And of
course, choosing a new name represents the birth of a
"new" you as you enter the world of magick, paganism, and
the God and Goddess.
Here are some guidelines:
Let your name come to you. If you try to force
yourself to come up with a name, you'll only end up with
something that sounds nice, but will always seem a little
less than fitting. The name that suits you will come along
and be just right.
Try thinking of it from this perspective: What would
you be, if you weren't a human? An animal? An inanimate
object, like a flower or a tree? Or would you be a great
body of water, or a torrent of wind and rain, or a mirage
in a hot desert? Think of yourself that way, and it may
help the name form in your mind.
Think about how others see you. Imagine being on the
outside, talking to yourself... a little like reflecting your
personality so it's more tangible. Then maybe that name
will come to you!
Consider your personality. What name would represent
your characteristics best? Names like "Charisma" or
"Star" might suggest an outgoing personality, while a
name like "Dove" or "Innocence" would represent a shy,
gentle person. Go from there.
