Pecti Wita

Hail! And Blessings to all!!  This is a wee bit on my personal practice of the Craft. Eclectic Pecti Wita.  I call it Eclectic because I practice 90 % Pecti Wita the other 10% is eclectic, in that I worship and  invoke Pan & the Fates  exclusively in my rites.   I celebrate but 4 Sabbats throughout the year.  They being ; Samhuinn which according to the Pecti Witan tradition is celebrated on November 11. I, however, have a hard time with that one, and still celebrate October 31st as the new year.  Next is Feill Fionnain (Yule) on December 22,  Bealltainn on May 15 (which is extra special cause its also my birthday!!!!) , and then Feill Sheathain, or Midsummer on July

The Pecti Wita tradition is mostly a solitary one, however, Cyndre does quite frequently celebrate my rites with me (no complaints).   The Tradition focuses on a Oneness with nature.  It stresses the importance of attunement with the earth and all her bounties.  The rites are all held outdoors and a balefire acts as the focal point (obviously this is not always possible seeing I live in a terminally urban area of a country that is known for its brisk winters.)  There is no casting of a circle, nor calling of any quarters, the fire acting as a sort of inner shrine.  The focus of this division of the craft are primarily magickal in nature.  The focus is foremost on the practical magickal side and less on the religious ceremonial side.  This is another aspect that I have changed?.the divine/religious side is the most important part to me personally, so I ensure to include the divine everywher

There are a bare minimum of tools used in Pecti Wita.  The staff  is the primary tool.  The dirk, or Athame, the mool, which essentially is an earthen ware bowl filled with soil.  The Quaich (chalice, traditionally a horn or gourd) is also used on occasion.  The last piece used by the Witan is the Keek Stane, which is a device made by the Witan for Scrying.  All these tools must be cleansed, consecrated and charged before us

Scottish Witchcraft ,as it is also referred as, is very strong on natural remedies and Herbalism.  We learn and study  Herbs and their medicinal as well as magickal uses.   The knowledge of plants and herbs occurring naturally in the world that are edible and safe is a basic "skill" that all Pecti Witans should master.  I am still working on that one, it takes a lot of research and work, but I?m getting there, slowly but surely

Another important ritual in my tradition is the "survival initiation", or "vision quest".  This when a Witan sets out on a 7 day journey into wilderness with nothing but his wits and love and reverence for the earth that gave him life.   This is usually done once and is truly an eye and spirit opening experience.  The Witan must make all his/her own shelters, catch and cook all his/her own food, and basically attune him/herself with the earth.  Teaching himself/herself respect for all life and the earth by "throwing" him/herself into its arms and trusting that SHE will take care of him/her.  Provided the Witan shows the Earth Mother the proper respect and honor SHE deserves, all will be well.  This is one ritual I fully intend to perform once I feel that Pan and the Fates deem me ready

The ancient Picts of Scotland also had their own runic alphabet as well as their own method of writing known as Swirl.  Both of these forms of writing I am studying and learning to perfect

In a very small nutshell, that is a wee peek into my tradition.  If anyone would like more information on Pecti Wita feel free to contact me, or refer to the book that was the primary influence in my decision to practice this beautiful and spiritually fulfilling  religion, "Scottish Witchcraft" by none other than Ray Buckland.

Brightest Blessings to all!!!!!