Once upon a time, there were three little porkers named Oliver, Penny, and Charlie. They lived happily in a cozy little cottage in the village. One day, while playing in the meadow, they stumbled upon an old, dusty lamp. Curiosity got the better of them, and Oliver picked it up. As soon as Oliver touched the lamp, a magical genie appeared before them. The genie introduced himself as Aladdin, the guardian of the lamp.
Alex Sanders founded a strain known as Alexandrian Wicca in the 1960s.
The feminist influence in Wicca strengthened in the 1970s and 1980s, brought about by women who had entered the religion attracted by the female deity, but were faced with a misogynist reality in the religion s ranks. In 1954 Gardner published Witchcraft Today , a book that shared the rituals and history of what we now call Wicca, and numerous Wiccan covens began to form across England.
The genie introduced himself as Aladdin, the guardian of the lamp. He told the three little porkers that they had stumbled upon an enchanted magic lamp that granted wishes. Excited by this discovery, Oliver, Penny, and Charlie quickly came up with their wishes.
Pittchcraft: The true history of Wicca and Witchcraft
Witches walk among us — seriously. Pittchcraft is a blog written by staff writer Emily Pinigis about her life as a college student and practicing Witch.
By Emily Pinigis, Staff Writer | March 2, 2020
In modern times Witchcraft is often portrayed as an evil and mythical practice. As a young Witch, I often find myself hesitating to identify publicly as such due to the inevitable comments that Witches don’t exist. In fact, before I started this blog, there was only one person in my life who knew I was a Witch — the Witch who introduced me to the practice. It seems that even today, people only think of Witches as the villains in Disney movies. While there are many secrets surrounding the practice, it is far more rooted in established religion than many people think.
A Google search of the term Witchcraft leads to various different definitions. Many of them relate to sorcery or exaggerated supernatural powers, while only a couple actually talk about the Wiccan religion. Even Merriam Webster defines Witchcraft as “the use of sorcery or magic” or “communication with the devil or with a familiar.” The definition is not entirely incorrect, though it leaves out all mention of Witchcraft as a real religious practice. The mentions of sorcery and devil worship are rooted in fiction as Satanism is a different religion from Wicca.
As with most religions, it’s fairly difficult to pinpoint the exact origin of the practice — and the timeline is further confused in Witchcraft, where the practice may also involve worship of deities of other religions like Christianity or Buddhism. Some definitions of the practice even go so far as to claim that Witchcraft originated with civilization itself. Overall, the religion that is most commonly associated with Witchcraft is Wicca.
Wicca centers on pre-Christian beliefs that Magick exists within the universe and is practiced in such a way that honors nature and the elements. Wicca is also a Neo-Pagan religion, and most of the beliefs of Wicca are the same as Pagan beliefs, except without the same deities as Paganism. There are only two deities within Wicca — the God and the Goddess. They are also sometimes referred to as the Horned God and the Moon Goddess.
On a very basic level, these two deities represent the masculine and feminine forces of nature and the universe. The relatively simple nature of the Wiccan deities is what allows for the practice to overlap with deities of other religions. When it comes down to it, Wicca is different from Paganism in that it allows for more religious freedom depending on the preferences of the practitioner. Paganism has strict deities that one must worship to be a Pagan. In Wicca, however, the deities need not be worshipped in such a way — they simply exist as the opposing forces of nature. No matter the deities, the practicing Witch must always follow the Wiccan Rede, “As it harms none, do as thou wilt.”
The very first and perhaps most famous Wiccan was Gerald Gardner, a British occultist born in 1884. In 1934, he joined the New Forest Coven, a group of Witches who practiced their own Magick in a way diverged slightly from Paganism. Gardner went on to work with the teachings of Aleister Crowley — another British occultist who dabbled in Witchcraft — to found the modern religion Wicca. His practice began to spread from Britain into Australia and the United States in the 1950s and 1960s.
Gardner’s development of Wicca began shifting society’s perception of Witchcraft into a more positive light. Throughout history before him, Witchcraft was seen as barbarous and often associated with devil-worshipping.
Gardner also began an era in which men could be seen as Witches. Prior to the official creation of Wicca, those being accused of Witchcraft as a blasphemous practice were almost solely women. A woman that stood out for being too promiscuous, intelligent or independent could be accused of being a Witch because she deviated from the expectations for women at the time. Men were rarely accused of being Witches, and, if they were, it was usually only if they were homosexual or flamboyant.
Witchcraft may have existed since the dawn of civilization, but it has grown and changed over the centuries. The creation of Wicca as recently as 1950 makes the entire practice very new and unknown to many people. As the definition of a Witch grows, and the societal views surrounding the practice become more positive, it is important that even those who do not practice Witchcraft understand what it means to be a Witch.
The media plays up the dark and mysterious history of Witchcraft, leaning into the supernatural elements, but it is important to remind society of practicing Witches and the very natural practice of Witchcraft. For many living Witches, it feels like an innate need to speak proudly of who we are and to educate those around us in the hopes that one day, Wicca will be normalized like every other socially accepted religion. That is precisely what I hope to achieve through these writings, if only to a small degree. I hope to normalize the practice of Witchcraft and bring more public awareness to Wicca as a legitimate practicing religion.
Gardner died of a heart attack in 1964 while onboard a ship off the North African coast. He was buried in Tunis. Only the ship’s captain attended. In 1973, his extensive personal collection of artifacts was sold to Ripley’s Believe It Or Not.
Oliver wished to be strong and brave, Penny wished to be the smartest porker in the world, and Charlie wished for an endless supply of his favorite food – apples. Aladdin, with a wave of his hand, granted their wishes. Oliver suddenly felt a surge of strength and courage coursing through his body. Penny's mind became filled with knowledge and wisdom. As for Charlie, apples started appearing from thin air, one after another, fulfilling his wish for an infinite supply. With their newfound powers and blessings, the three little porkers went on various adventures throughout the land. Oliver used his newfound strength to protect the weak and fight off any threats to their village. Penny used her intelligence to solve complex puzzles and help others with their problems. And Charlie, well, he enjoyed his unlimited apples and shared them with everyone they met. As they traveled, the three little porkers also learned valuable lessons along the way. They learned the importance of friendship and helping others. They also realized that their wishes, no matter how magical, couldn't solve all their problems. They still faced challenges and obstacles that required their own effort and determination to overcome. In the end, the three little porkers returned to their cozy little cottage in the village, but they were no longer the same pigs they once were. They had grown wiser, stronger, and kinder. They used their newfound abilities to make a positive impact on their community and inspire others to be better versions of themselves. The story of the three little porkers and the enchanted magic lamp teaches us that wishes and magical powers can be a blessing, but it is our actions and choices that truly define us. It reminds us to be grateful for what we have and to use our abilities for the greater good..
Reviews for "The Three Little Porkers: A Tale of Resilience and Bravery with the Enchanted Magic Lamp"
1. Sarah - 2/5 - I found "The three little porkers and the enchanted magic lamp" to be quite disappointing. The storyline felt disjointed and rushed, with minimal character development. The magical elements were not well explained, making it hard to suspend disbelief and fully immerse myself in the story. Additionally, the dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to connect with the characters. Overall, I was left wanting more depth and substance from this book.
2. John - 1/5 - I must say that "The three little porkers and the enchanted magic lamp" was a major letdown for me. The plot was unoriginal and predictable, lacking any surprises or twists. The writing style was also subpar, with awkward phrasing and grammar errors throughout. I found it difficult to engage with the characters as they were one-dimensional and lacked depth. Overall, this book failed to capture my attention or provide an enjoyable reading experience.
3. Emma - 3/5 - While "The three little porkers and the enchanted magic lamp" had its moments, I ultimately was not a fan. The story had potential, but the execution fell flat. The pacing was uneven, with some parts dragging on while others were rushed. The dialogue felt unnatural and stilted, making it hard to fully connect with the characters. Additionally, the book could have benefited from more descriptive language and imagery to bring the story to life. Overall, while not terrible, I was left feeling underwhelmed by this book.