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Wiccan deities are the heart and soul of our religion.
Traditionally, we are polytheists, which means we worship and invoke numerous Gods and Goddesses. The rituals and spells we create that involve deities bring us closer to the radiant, Divine spirit of the Universe.
This Divine spirit is the source of all goodness within the world.
It has no beginning and no end and has sustained the life of our universe for eons.
In many ways, it is unbelievable beyond our imagination, which is why we turn to deities.
Deities help us conceptualize the Divine spirit in a way that our brains can comprehend. They illuminate a particular aspect or facet of the Divine, allowing us to understand one part of this much-larger puzzle.
Deities may have their own personal traits and characteristics, but ultimately, they are all pointing toward the same Divine essence that permeates the universe.
In this article, you’ll find everything you need to know about Wiccan deities, how we worship them, and how you can become better acquainted with them.
I’ll close with a completely original invocation spell that you can try at home. It will help attune you spiritually with the two primary deities of Wicca and will give you the chance to communicate with them directly.
Table of Contents
The Wiccan Triple Goddess
The Wiccan Horned God
The Wiccan Lord and Lady
The “One”
Other Wiccan Deities
Lord and Lady Invocation Spell
Explore More Wiccan Deities
The Wiccan Triple Goddess
The Triple Goddess is one of the most important and iconic Wiccan deities.
While Wiccans may worship any number of different deities, the Triple Goddess is almost always front and center—she is the primary representation of Divine feminine power for us.
The symbol above is what we use to represent the Triple Goddess.
As it’s clear to see, she is closely associated with the moon and its changing phases. Each of these three moon phases (waxing, full, and waning) correspond to a different representation of the Goddess.
These representations have their own individual attributes and meanings, but they also work together to create a unified whole between them.
We can call upon a particular manifestation of the Triple Goddess when the occasion calls for it, but we also worship her as a singular force—as a representation of all the many facets of Divine womanhood.
The three particular manifestations of the Triple Goddess are:
- The Maiden
- The Mother
- The Crone.
Each of these depicts a witch in the different stages of her life.
The Maiden
First, we have the Maiden.
She is the Triple Goddess as a young, beautiful woman. Because she is just starting out in life, the Maiden is strongly associated with new beginnings and open-ended possibilities.
She is also a powerful representation of purity and consecration, which is why Wiccans often call upon the Maiden specifically when working a blessing or purification ritual.
The Mother
Next, is the Mother.
At this point, the Triple Goddess has entered full womanhood and becomes a figure of maternal protection and life-giving power.
Fertility rites are often performed in honor of the Mother, and she is also frequently called upon during a Wiccaning—which is the blessing of a new child.
Guidance and love are the dominant attributes for this Goddess, and we frequently turn to her in the same way we would a real mother.
The Crone
Finally, we have the Crone, which is a title sometimes given to an aged and experienced witch.
While some people associate old age with frailty and weakness, a witch is at the height of her power as she steps into the role of the Crone. This is why the Crone of the Triple Goddess is associated with spiritual wisdom and intuition.
She is who we turn to when we seek knowledge beyond the physical world—she is a source of psychic development, prophecy, divination, and dream interpretation.
The Wiccan Horned God
While the Triple Goddess is the primary representation of the feminine Divine, the Horned God is her male counterpart.
He is a classic nature deity commonly depicted with antlers, and he is a symbol of humanity’s relationship to the natural world and living in harmony with it.
You might hear some Wiccans refer to the Horned God as Cernunnos. These are one in the same—Cernunnos is simply the name that the God is given within Celtic witchcraft.
In some traditions, the Horned God is connected to the Underworld. So, it’s not uncommon to see him invoked during funeral rites or when attempting communication with the dead.
However, you shouldn’t view the Horned God as scary or evil. Death is a part of the cycle of life, and Wiccans embrace this. The Horned God is our guide and protector as we move into the afterlife.
Misconceptions About the Horned God
Because of his connection to the dead and because of his antlers, the Horned God is sometimes falsely equated with the Christian Devil.
But this is simply not the case.
For one, the earliest Pagans who worshiped the Horned God did so long before Christianity was on the scene. His existence predates the Devil’s by centuries.
The Wiccan God has absolutely no ties to Christianity. He’s not a red-hot demon—he’s a protector and father figure and a symbol of the power of nature.
The Wiccan Lord and Lady
When Wiccans want to honor both the masculine and feminine aspects of the Divine, you will sometimes hear us refer to them as a pair—the Lord and Lady.
This approach emphasizes the dual nature of Divinity and how these two Wiccan deities make up a larger whole.
Additionally, within covens, the High Priest and Priestess often take on the role of the Lord and Lady within ritual spellwork.
“The One”
Like I mentioned earlier, deities are a way for us to wrap our heads around the inconceivable nature of Divinity.
However, there are times when we want to approach Divinity unencumbered by our human conceptions—we want to experience the Divine as it truly is, with no mediation of words or thoughts.
When we speak of “The One” in Wicca, we are referring to this unmediated experience with the Divine.
While the concept of The One is important in our religion, we don’t necessarily worship or invoke it—it’s not that kind of deity.
In fact, it’s not much of deity at all.
Rather, it’s an acknowledgement that all manifestations of life and energy in our universe—from humans, to plants, to planets, to spirits, and even deities—come from a singular, sacred, and Divine source.
Think of it like this—within the ocean, countless individual waves rise and fall every day. While each of those waves may be unique from every other wave, they all arise out of the same ocean.
They all come from the same source.
In the same way, everything in existence is like a spiritual wave in a vast, cosmic ocean. Although we might differ superficially, the ultimate source of our being is the same—The One.
If you’re completely new to Wicca, you don’t need to be terribly concerned with this idea of The One. It’s a concept that is challenging and complex even for the most experienced of witches.
For now, all that’s important is that you realize that within Wicca, like many other faiths, we believe that all life stems from this singular, Divine origin.
Other Wiccan Deities
Even though Wiccans have their own unique God and Goddess, it’s not uncommon to see witches draw Divine inspiration from other religious traditions.
The deities that are worshipped within a particular religion are sometimes referred to as a “pantheon”, and within Wicca, borrowing from other pantheons is (generally) not frowned upon.
In many cases, you will see Wiccans incorporate Gods and Goddesses from other religions within the framework of Wicca.
For example, some people personify the three aspects of the Triple Goddess with specific Greek goddesses—Artemis represents the Maiden, Selene represents the Mother, and Hecate represents the Crone.
Ultimately, choosing what deities to work with is a personal choice that every witch must make at some point. Some people choose to worship the Wiccan Triple Goddess and Horned God exclusively, while others work with one or more different pantheons in varying degrees.
Lord and Lady Invocation Spell
Wiccan deities can be invoked for a number of reasons, from asking for their help to giving them praise.
In this invocation spell, I’ll show you how to make contact with the Lord and Lady, our two most important Wiccan deities, and ask for their assistance with a problem you’re having.
When invoking a deity, it’s very important to be respectful in all that you do.
That’s why the words of this invocation are solemn and grateful, and it’s why there is a small offering ceremony within the ritual itself—you should always bring a gift when dealing with a God or Goddess.
For this ritual, you’ll need the following items:
- 1 white candle (any kind will do)
- A small bowl filled with water
- Small bouquet of hand-picked flowers
To begin this invocation, you will need to cast a sacred circle. This is a form of spiritual protection that will keep bad energies and spirits from entering the place of your magickal work.
To cast it, walk in a clockwise circle around the area where you’ll be performing the spell. As you walk, say this:
None may enter my circle unless they are called. I banish all spirits of ill will and negativity.
Now, move to the center of your circle with your candle and bowl of water.
These are symbolic representations of the Lord and Lady. The two objects should be side by side, with the candle on the left and the water on the right.
Light the candle and hold your hands over the flame (at a safe distance). Repeat the following:
I invoke the great Lord, father of all witches. May your Divine flame burn in our hearts always.
Next, hold your hands over the bowl of water and repeat this invocation to the Lady:
I invoke the great Lady, mother of all witches. May your Divine waters bless and purify.
It’s now time to make your offering to the Lord and Lady—and this is what the flowers are for.
Place them carefully in front of your candle and water while you say the following:
Hail to the God and Goddess, protectors and sustainers of all humanity. May my gift bring you gladness and show you honor.
Finally, it’s time to make your petition to the Lord and Lady. This can be any sort of problem or obstacle that you’re facing that you would like help with.
You can do this by saying:
I call upon you specifically today because of [here is where you add your petition]. I ask for your wisdom and protection that you may guide me on the path I should take.
At this point, spend a little time meditating on your issue. Think about the problem at hand and the ideal solution you’d like to see come about. Try to picture it as clearly in your mind as is possible.
When you’re ready to conclude the ritual, you need to bid farewell to the Lord and Lady. Say this:
Great God and Goddess may we depart in peace to meet again in love and harmony. I am forever grateful for your assistance. Blessed be.
Finally, all that’s left to do is close the sacred circle you opened.
To do this, walk counterclockwise around your space while saying the following:
The circle is open but the magick remains. Let no one undo what was willed here.
If possible, keep your bouquet of flowers somewhere in your house for three days after the ritual. After this time, dispose of them outdoors.
Explore More Wiccan Deities
Deities are a major part of the Wiccan religion, and I hope that this article was a good primer about the principal deities that you will encounter.
However, there’s much more to learn about Wiccan deities than what could be contained in one article!
Read More About Wiccan Goddesses
If you’d like to know more about some specific and fascinating Goddesses, I highly recommend that you check out my book Forbidden Wiccan Spells Vol. 3: Dark Goddess Magick.
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This book is dedicated to Goddesses of the night and of darkness. While it might sound spooky at first, these powerful beings are nothing to be afraid of—they are our close friends and protectors!
I’ll show you everything you need to know about these Wiccan deities, including a personalized invocation for each one. By the time you’re done with it, you’ll realize that darkness is a place of power, not a place of fear!
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May your desire to connect with the Divine spirit of the Universe always be strong within your soul!
