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Hi, I am attending my first Esbat as a beginning Wiccan, what should I bring?

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Hi, I am attending my first Esbat as a beginning Wiccan, what should I bring?

What kind of blessing gift should i make and leave at the altar?? Will they use an altar? Please run down for me what to expect, as of now been doing my own spells and studies by myself, never with others yet… THANKS!

Answer by Planet
Bring your common sense because that stuff is nuts!

Answer by kelvenst0ne
Group rits are a lot like solitary rits, except there are different parts and duties assigned to different people.

Ask someone else who’s attending what they plan to bring, if anything. And if you’re nervous about what to expect, attend as an observer first and really watch what goes on. That way when you’re ready to partake, you have a better idea of what’s going on.

In some of the older, more traditional covens, it was common for initiates to attend as observers for up to a year before being allowed to actually take part in the nuts and bolts of the rituals. On-the-job-training, so to speak.

Answer by MSB
So much depends. There is no single format.

They will probably use an altar, most do, but there is no guarantee. It depends on what they have planned.

Did the ritual hosts call for you to leave a gift at the altar? If not, it is probably not necessary. Don’t write the ritual for them; if they wanted you to bring something they would tell you and give you some suggestions. If they specifically asked people to bring a blessing gift, this can be as simple as a little bag of herbs, a flower, a picture you drew, etc.

What to expect: don’t show up late or they may not let you in. Once a ritual begins many groups will post a sign outside that it is in progress and you should not disturb until the doors open again. It’s rude to stumble in late and some groups don’t permit it. Also to be polite, stay until the ritual is complete, don’t try to leave in the middle, and keep your cell phone off.

If it is an open public group, then they expect that there could be some people attending their first ritual with little knowledge of Wicca. They’ll walk you through it, don’t worry.

A lot of open groups have pot lucks after the ritual, so you might want to bring some food to share– this can be as simple as a loaf of bread, some fruits/veggies, or a bag of chips. Or, if you like to cook, make one of your favorite potluck dishes.

Answer by EdgeWitch
The protocol in these matters differs little from that of a Christian, Jewish or any other gathering. If in doubt ask the organiser or the person who has invited you.

Answer by sesshie
expect to do what you’re told to, like any cult. expect to do whatever they want to without you questioning it, and expecting anythign and everything they tell you to be fact, no matter what it is.

Just remember the common sense your mother taught you, and take care of yourself.

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