Wiccan Witchcraft: Embracing the Craft in Modern Society

Wicca is a modern pagan religious movement that emerged in the mid-20th century and has gained popularity in recent years. Wiccans follow a nature-based spirituality that reveres the earth and its cycles. Central to Wiccan philosophy is the belief in the divine as immanent, meaning that the divine is present in all aspects of existence. Wiccans typically worship a goddess and a god, representing the feminine and masculine aspects of divinity. One of the key principles of Wicca is the Wiccan Rede, which is often summed up as "an it harm none, do what you will." This means that Wiccans strive to live their lives in harmony with others and with the earth, avoiding actions that cause harm to others.

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" This means that Wiccans strive to live their lives in harmony with others and with the earth, avoiding actions that cause harm to others. Wicca also emphasizes personal responsibility, with practitioners taking responsibility for their own actions and decisions. Wiccans celebrate the cycles of the seasons and the phases of the moon, with eight Sabbats marking the changing seasons.

Review: Nubia RedMagic 7 Pro

This high-powered gaming phone will satisfy all the playing needs of obsessive gamers. The rest of us should look elsewhere.

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A great notch-less display. Speedy refresh and touch-sampling rates. Good battery life. Shoulder buttons are useful.

No wireless charging. Cameras are poor. Pricey. Average speakers let the side down. Not for casual or even moderate gamers.

In 2022, it’s easy for phones to be the center of your world. Features are embedded into your everyday life—from snapping key moments to catching up with friends to finding that next cool restaurant. But for mobile gamers, priorities (such as a display with a high refresh rate) are different. The Nubia RedMagic 7 Pro is a phone that is firmly focused on delivering for fans of handheld Android gaming. The result is plenty of benefits for gamers along with consequential drawbacks. And, interestingly, there are some wild-card positives that all can value.

First, this phone firmly delivers on its gaming hype. With a 120-Hz display and 960-Hz multitouch sampling rate, playing games on this phone is accompanied by smooth viewing and unhindered touch interactions. Power fanatics may be disappointed that this machine has opted for a lower refresh rate than on the previous model, which featured a 165-Hz panel, but rates beyond 120-Hz are rarely fully utilized.

First-person shooter fans will see the RedMagic 7 Pro soar, with COD Mobile comfortably sitting at 120 frames per second on max settings while barely getting warm to the touch. The onboard cooling system is the star here, including a pleasingly subtle fan. It's activated by toggling a red switch on the side of the phone. This switch will also take you into Nubia’s Game Space, where you can see your downloaded titles all in one place. In a more demanding title like Genshin Impact, you’ll hit its maximum 60 fps on this device in high settings, and it’ll run with nary a stutter. In our testing it did verge on uncomfortably warm after more than 15 to 20 minutes of play, even with the fan going, but performance didn’t waver.

Outside of this device’s bread and butter—exceptional mobile gaming performance—there are a number of other player-friendly additions. Most prominent are the capacitive shoulder buttons. While a physical click would provide a more satisfying interaction, moving parts just aren’t that practical on a phone. As such, touch with a pleasing level of vibration is a fair goal for gaming mobile devices to shoot for, and the RedMagic 7 Pro nails it. The two customizable buttons allow you to upgrade from onscreen controls to something more natural and traditional. These are really simple to set up through Nubia’s Game Space app, accessed by swiping from the left during games.

The Game Space overlay includes a small bar that will display the time, frames per second, download speed, battery life, and length of play session. The full menu includes a wider range of gaming options, like toggling 120-Hz mode, quick access to social channels, screen recording, and more. Each feature I tested worked just as intended, and the overlay didn’t cause any crashes or slowdowns.

As a gaming phone, the RedMagic 7 Pro is almost without flaw. Mobile gamers will not be disappointed. However, if you’re looking for a more well-rounded experience, this is not the phone for you. The glaring first folly is the under-display selfie camera. Make no mistake, this accommodates some great immersive viewing—with a screen uninhibited by a notch or cutout. However, the trade-off is that the resulting photos are poor, with a lack of detail and accuracy, and a murky overlay caused by the screen placed in front. Also, there may be no display to hinder them, but the rear cameras aren’t much better. They may be fine for capturing the odd moment, but you’re unlikely to look back on the shots fondly. Camera fans should avoid.

The RedMagic 7 Pro speakers aren’t all that great either, providing basic sound that lacks accuracy at loud volumes and satisfying bass. Thankfully, there is a headphone jack for those who’d like the option for wired sessions.

The thickness and weight of this device—9.98 mm and 0.52 lbs (235 g)—will likely be a heftier hold for you if you’re not used to a gaming phone, a necessity for something with such power. There’s no IP rating here for dust- or water-proofing either.

Outside of its dimensions, the rear of the phone is quite ugly. You get some customizable RGB lights that’ll please fans who prefer a touch of gaming finesse, but the sharp, angular pattern of the heat dissipation plate is a cheaper look than the rest of the sturdy metal design. The back of the phone also fails to facilitate wireless charging. It isn’t a big loss, and the blow is softened by a speedy 65-watt wired charger.

Overall, the RedMagic 7 Pro performs exceptionally well across Geekbench 5 and 3DMark assessments. These are controlled and simulated use-cases and don't reflect entirely on how the phone fares in reality. But it's good to see that even at its limit (see 3DMark Wild Life Extreme score), the 7 Pro bests that of the Black Shark 4 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra with a score of 2,606.

These Sabbats include Samhain, Yule, Imbolc, Ostara, Beltane, Litha, Lammas, and Mabon. Each Sabbat has its own significance and rituals. Ritual magic is also an integral part of Wiccan practice, often involving the use of tools such as candles, incense, and pentacles. Wiccans may perform rituals for healing, guidance, protection, and other purposes. They believe that through ritual, they can connect with the divine and create positive change in their lives and the world. Another important aspect of Wiccan philosophy is the concept of balance, represented by the belief in the duality of nature. Wiccans see both light and darkness, masculine and feminine, as essential and complementary forces in the universe. They strive to maintain balance in their own lives and in their relationship with the natural world. Overall, Wicca is a religious philosophy that celebrates the diversity and interconnectedness of all things. It promotes a reverence for nature, personal responsibility, and the use of ritual and magic as tools for spiritual growth and positive change. Wiccans seek to live in harmony with the earth and follow the Wiccan Rede, striving to do no harm in their actions..

Reviews for "The Tradition of Solitary Wicca: Practicing Witchcraft Alone"

1. John - 2/5 rating: Although the book "Interpreting the Wiccan Religious Philosophy" claimed to provide an in-depth understanding of Wiccan beliefs, I found it to be quite disappointing. The author, in my opinion, did not approach the subject matter with enough depth or clarity. Instead of offering a comprehensive analysis, the book seemed to rely heavily on personal anecdotes and unsubstantiated claims. Furthermore, the writing style was convoluted and difficult to follow at times. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone seeking a thorough understanding of the Wiccan religious philosophy.

2. Lisa - 1/5 rating: As an individual interested in learning about different religious philosophies, I was excited to delve into the world of Wicca through "Interpreting the Wiccan Religious Philosophy." However, my enthusiasm was short-lived. The book lacked any coherent structure, making it challenging to grasp the core concepts of Wicca. Additionally, I felt that the author's tone came across as condescending, dismissing alternative viewpoints without proper consideration. This book would have greatly benefited from a more organized approach and a more open-minded perspective.

3. Mike - 2/5 rating: "Interpreting the Wiccan Religious Philosophy" fell short of my expectations. Instead of offering a balanced and objective overview of Wicca, the book seemed to focus on promoting the author's personal beliefs. I found this approach to be biased and unhelpful for someone like me, who sought an unbiased exploration of the Wiccan philosophy. The author failed to provide sufficient evidence or logical arguments to support their assertions, making it difficult to take their claims seriously. Given the lack of depth and objectivity, I cannot recommend this book to anyone seeking a genuine understanding of Wicca.

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