The Wiccan Degree System

Many people are confused or misinformed about the Wiccan degree system (including some Wiccans). The degree system is not a hierarchical structure, nor is it about keeping secrets for the sake of secrecy. It is more like an apprenticeship system.

The degree system is not meant to be excessively hierarchical or involve subservience. There may be covens where that happens, but I sincerely hope they’re few in number and that people would leave them as abusive. The degree system is not about...