Why Do Wiccans Hate Christians?

[SoulSearching]

Hello All, I've read the many posts in the thread Why Do Christians Hate Wicca(Witchcraft)?

Now I would like to ask Why Do Wiccans/Witches hate Christians?

I was once told by a Wiccan/Witch that according to wicca every path is divine. If that is true why all the Christian bashing?

God Bless
SoulSearching

 

[Havoc]

We don't. God tells us, hate the Intolerance not the Intolerant.

Seriously though, Most Wiccans don't hate Christians (although I admit some do fall into that trap). I have many Christian friends and I have had some wonderful discussions with Some very kind and loving Christians here on this board.

What we dislike, perhaps even hate. Is the arrogance and bigotry we encounter from some who call themselves Christian. We are often told by these folks is that we are foolish for what we believe, that we are murderous immoral monsters, that we endanger our children, that we are responsible for the state of the world. etc. We are ridiculed and maligned by these folk for our beliefs and we have the things we hold sacred insulted by them. We even are often in danger of losing our jobs and reported falsly to Child protection services because these people think we "must" be abusing our own children, we're Witches after all.

Is it any wonder, given the above that we don't like some of these people? Would you like them if you were in our shoes?

So no, Wiccans don't hate Christians. We often do very much dislike those who claim to be Christians to justify their own bigottry, prejudice, and hateful behaviour toward us.

 

[MorningStar334]

We don't. We dislike the way we're treated. We are often on defence around Christians because they treat us the worst compaired to other religions.
Hey I love my grandmother I don't really like her though.

 

[prince didymus]

I was once told by a Wiccan/Witch that according to wicca every path is divine. If that is true why all the Christian bashing?

Show me where this Christian bashing is occuring by Wiccans because I haven't seen any around here.

 

[MorningStar334]

Pegasus : U do know Pegasus is a horse from greek myths (something I actually know alot about) He came from Mydussa's head ( spelled her name wrong. She was the one with snakes for hair.) when she was killed. The greeks believed in many different gods.
Sorry. I was just wondering. And my user name means sun for me.

 

[Mylinkay Asdara]

Well, as a pagan who used to be Wiccan, we don't hate you We just want you to stop 1) trying to convert us 2) let us have our religion without wanting to set us on fire

Seriously though, if Christianity would be a little more tolerant (which I'm told is not part of the program so it won't be happening anytime soon) then we'd be fine with y'all. Since that's not the case... we feel the need to defend ourselves yes, but we still don't 'hate' you. Some Wiccans (espeically younger more zealous members who have just left your faith or one like it) will harbor resentment, but that usually fades with time and love and patience.

 

[MorningStar334]

Show me where this Christian bashing is occuring by Wiccans because I haven't seen any around here.

Been meaning to ask: What do you mean by bashing? What examples can you give me?

 

[Bonhoffer]

I'm not scared of Wiccans and I dont think the vast majority are delibratly trying to do wrong. I just beleive they are being misguided and most of the criticism (if thats what you would call it) is only out of concern. My own sister is a New Ager and I still love her.

By the way all this is the Bible about Pagans being evil etc..... I personally beleive that the Pagans they refer to then are different to the ones now. Both kinds in my veiw are being deceived by the Devil, but the Pagans in biblical times probably set out to cause harm on purpose whereas todays Paganism is more of an innocent subculture.

One thing for certain is that it does nobody any good for us to hate each other. Afterall Christianity teaches that hate is a sin.

 

[SoulSearching]

Do you all agree that according to wicca everyone's path including Christianity is divine?

God Bless
SoulSearching

 

[Arikay]

I have yet to see a wiccan hate a christian. They may hate the actions of christians (such as lying, or attacking their religion, etc.) but I have yet to see a wiccan who hated someone or their beliefs just because they were christian.

Now im sure there are wiccans out there that are just as prejudice against christians as some christians are to wiccans, but they are rare, and seem to keep their prejudice inside or at least confined.

 

[secretdawn]

Well, as a pagan who used to be Wiccan, we don't hate you We just want you to stop 1) trying to convert us 2) let us have our religion without wanting to set us on fire

Seriously though, if Christianity would be a little more tolerant (which I'm told is not part of the program so it won't be happening anytime soon) then we'd be fine with y'all. Since that's not the case... we feel the need to defend ourselves yes, but we still don't 'hate' you. Some Wiccans (espeically younger more zealous members who have just left your faith or one like it) will harbor resentment, but that usually fades with time and love and patience.

If it were tolerance, it would defy the christian religion. We strive to be like Christ, and will disagree with anything aside from that. But I do believe one problem many christians have is judging others based on there sins. We all sin from a christian standpoint, so none of us have room to judge. "Let he who is without sin cast the first stone" honestly it isn't anybody's business until they are asked. For example if a homosexual is talking to me, I have no business telling him what I think...if he asks then I will be honest...
Christians tend to judge everyone on there sins, but in the end they are just as bad or worse in God's eyes for doing so. It is a sin in itself to us to judge.

 

[Smilin]

Wiccans bashing Christians?

You won't see it because:

A. If it did occur the offender would be banned and their post deleted/edited
B. I doubt it has ever occurred. If so, I'd like a link.

And to add, I'm not Wicca, I'm Tsalagi. However, Christians have a tradition
of lumping all OTC's (Other than Christians) under the generic umbrella label
'Pagan'. I've only experienced kindness from pagans and wiccans. They've
never once accused me of being misguided, condemned me to hell, or referred
to me as ignorant.

A lesson for those who claim Christianity: We'd rather experience the kindness
and benefits of your good deeds than listen to your words.

 

[MorningStar334]

Hear Hear!!!!

 

[Smilin]

I was once told by a Wiccan/Witch that according to wicca every path is divine. If that is true why all the Christian bashing?

God Bless
SoulSearching

According to the traditions, teachings, and legends of the Tsalagi (Cherokee)
from those who walk the Red Road through life; Their are alternate
paths to the Creator. Each individual is on his/her own personal path,
all religions can lead to the Creator.

Spirituality is a personal journey, it's not a group tour bus thing.

 

[Mylinkay Asdara]

See, that's another thing. Wiccans and pagans don't believe in sin. It's just not part of our belief system... so when we're told that we're sinning... it doesn't go over very well

 

[Havoc]

Do you all agree that according to wicca everyone's path including Christianity is divine?

God Bless
SoulSearching

The believe as generally stated is "all paths lead to the Divine". A subtle but important difference. I believe the path I followed as a Christian did lead me to the Divine, as a Witch. I also believe that some Christians can arrive at the Divine as Christians.

I believe intolerant, bigotted zealots of any religion will have a long, long path to tread before they reach the Divine, unless they give up intolerance and bigottry.

 

[Smilin]

See, that's another thing. Wiccans and pagans don't believe in sin. It's just not part of our belief system... so when we're told that we're sinning... it doesn't go over very well

And another thing...being told we have just been 'misguided'.

Christianity guided me back to my heritage and the spirituality
of my forefathers.

Soooo...stating the belief that we are 'misguided', given the
fact that most I've communed with are former Christians
implies that Christianity in itself is misguiding...

(wow, I'm spinning in circles)


"Listen to the wind, for it speeks to us....

 

[SoulSearching]

Wiccans bashing Christians?

You won't see it because:

A. If it did occur the offender would be banned and their post deleted/edited
B. I doubt it has ever occurred. If so, I'd like a link.

And to add, I'm not Wicca, I'm Tsalagi. However, Christians have a tradition
of lumping all OTC's (Other than Christians) under the generic umbrella label
'Pagan'. I've only experienced kindness from pagans and wiccans. They've
never once accused me of being misguided, condemned me to hell, or referred
to me as ignorant.

A lesson for those who claim Christianity: We'd rather experience the kindness
and benefits of your good deeds than listen to your words.

Hello Smilin,

How many Muslims, Buddhists, Satanist, and so forth do you debate? Is your debate reserved mainly for Christians?

Do you, Havoc or any of the others try to disprove other beliefs/religions. Do you lump every Christian in the burning or killing category??? Perhaps we all need to look at our own quirks or biases.

I never can get wiccans to admit that every path is divine according to their own belief. If they did there would be NO debate on their side because it's not suppose to matter to wiccans rather your a Christian, Muslims, Satanist, or whatever. I question people who can't live up to their own belief.

The thread Why Do Christians Hate Wicca/Witches was nothing more then using the Bible against Christians. I'm sure you're wondering how I came to that conclusion.

Matthew 5
43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy.

44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Muslims have used this tactic too. No where in the Quran are Muslims told to love their enemies. Since wicca does not have a Bible, Quran, or even a handbook I am sure they are not told to love their enemies either. Hence they use the Bible to try and condemn us by using the ole hate tactic. They don't like it when we use the Bible to show any of the whys.

It's warped.

God Bless!
SoulSearching

BTW Havoc, how is your Mom doing?

 

[MorningStar334]

If it were tolerance, it would defy the christian religion. We strive to be like Christ, and will disagree with anything aside from that.

That's a problem! You don't need to except us just respect us.
Though we would like it if you would except us too.

 

[Mylinkay Asdara]

Do you, Havoc or any of the others try to disprove other beliefs/religions.

No, and I'm not trying to disprove anything about Christianity. I've never quoted the Bible at someone to try to make them work over it or around it. I'm not here to debate your religion or it's validity compared to mine or anyone else's. I'm here to keep people from giving my religion a bad name it doesn't deserve and to discuss differences and similarities between our two different faiths. That's it.