Wicca, also known as Pagan Witchcraft, is a modern religious movement that incorporates elements of witchcraft, nature worship, and paganism. It was developed in the mid-20th century and is now practiced by a diverse group of individuals around the world. Wicca has various doctrines and rites that are central to its belief system and rituals. One of the main doctrines in Wicca is the belief in a dual deity, often referred to as the God and the Goddess. These deities are seen as complementary forces that represent the masculine and feminine aspects of divinity and nature. Wiccans believe in the immanence of the divine, meaning that they see the gods and goddesses as present and active in the world.
It probably doesn’t hurt that he’s long known Indians manager Terry Francona. Francona’s father, Tito, and Colavito were teammates in 1959, the year Terry was born.
Colavito s issues had been with the Indians front office, but with as he called a new regime, so to speak, that relationship is better than it s been in quite awhile. Colavito - who along with Joe Altobelli are the only Indians in the game that day who remain alive - recalled the moment Gil McDougald s line drive shot back at Score.
Wiccans believe in the immanence of the divine, meaning that they see the gods and goddesses as present and active in the world. Wiccan rituals, also known as rites, are an important part of the religion. They are typically held during the phases of the moon and the changing of the seasons, which are considered sacred times in Wicca.
Rocky Colavito remembers his pal Herb Score
Rocky Colavito, top, and Herb Score are shown at their 2006 induction into the Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame.
(Marvin Fong, The Plain Dealer)
CLEVELAND, Ohio - It was poker, not baseball, that drew Rocky Colavito and Herb Score together.
During spring training in the early 1950s in Florida, the slugging outfielder and the promising pitcher each had roommates who enjoyed a quiet game of poker. Colavito and Score did not play and so, as Colavito remembers, they all agreed on an amiable roommate switch.
Colavito and Score would become more than beloved Indians over the years. They would become best friends.
"He was more like a brother to me," Colavito recalled from his home in Pennsylvania on Saturday, the eve of the 60th anniversary of the line drive that hit Score and changed his career. "We were very close. Herbie was a great friend, and I miss him."
The two wound up rooming together "for a piece of, or all of, seven straight years," he said.
Colavito - who along with Joe Altobelli are the only Indians in the game that day who remain alive - recalled the moment Gil McDougald's line drive shot back at Score.
"I was in right field," he said. "Herbie wound up. In those days they didn't have that much of a windup. I knew it was a fast ball, down and away in the strike zone, and I remember McDougald hitting it. I knew it was up the middle; I was trying to watch the flight of the ball. And I looked really quick to center field. When I didn't see the ball, I lost it. . I snapped my head to the left and saw Herbie toppling over in that folded-up position. I lit out for the mound.
"He was laying there. I put my glove under his head and started comforting him some. I knew he got hit right around the eye.
"I can't tell you how bad I felt. Then they took him away on a stretcher, and of course the game went on. I couldn't wait for the inning to end so I could go up to the clubhouse."
Rocky Colavito in 1958. He hit .267 in his eight seasons as an Indian.
Colavito remembers the long route to the clubhouse, and the second the final out was made in the inning, he ran as fast as he could, up the runway and down steps. He found his buddy on the training table. Score saw him and replied:
" 'What the hell are you doing here?' I'll never forget that."
He told Score he was all right. The pitcher, Colavito said, "never made any excuses."
" 'I'm all right' - sure, this guy took a God-knows-how-many-miles-an-hour pitch in the eye."
Colavito, 83, draws the same analogy that Bob Feller did when talking about Score, mentioning Sandy Koufax. But it was Score who won 36 games his first two years, while Colavito accurately remembers that Koufax was 27, in his ninth season, before he topped 20 for the first time.
But it isn't just the statistics, or the promise Score showed, that Colavito recalls fondly. It was a friendship.
They played together in Indianapolis, in the American Association, where Score went 22-5 and Colavito says the losses were one-run games. They were in Reading in the Eastern League, where Colavito met the woman who would become his wife. And they once bought a car together, "a little business coupe," Colavito said. They called it "The Black Demon."
"He didn't drive, but I did," Colavito said. "I taught him how to drive in that car. That was fun."
Now, Colavito is blessed with memories of the eight years he wore an Indians uniform. Of the team he played for when he slammed 190 of his 374 career home runs. And of his friend, who died in 2008.
"I love Cleveland, I love the people in Cleveland, they've been wonderful to me and I always will," he said. "That will never change, even though I played for the Yankees and I am from the Bronx, and I was always a Yankees fan (growing up). But my favorite place to play was Cleveland. They took to me, and I took to them."
But at the root of his time with Cleveland is a strong bond, a friendship, two players of the same age who came up at the same time. He said he once told Nancy Score, Herb's wife, the two got along almost perfectly.
"We never had a harsh word in all those years," he said. "We didn't always agree, but we never had a harsh word.
"We respected one another's opinion."
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The rituals often involve the use of various tools and symbols, such as athames (ritual knives), chalices, wands, and cauldrons. These tools are used for symbolic and practical purposes during the rituals. One of the most well-known Wiccan rituals is called the "circle casting." This involves creating a sacred space by visualizing a circle of energy around the participants. The circle is seen as a protective barrier that separates the sacred space from the outside world. Once the circle is cast, the participants may perform spells, offer prayers, or engage in other forms of ritual work. Another important aspect of Wiccan rites is the practice of magic. Wicca views magic as a natural and neutral force that can be harnessed and directed for positive purposes. Wiccans may use spells, charms, and other techniques to manifest their desires, promote healing, or connect with the divine. However, Wicca emphasizes the ethical use of magic and encourages practitioners to consider the potential consequences of their actions. Overall, Wiccan doctrines and rites are centered around the belief in a dual deity and the practice of rituals and magic. These elements form the foundation of Wicca as a religious and spiritual path. Wiccans strive to live in harmony with nature, honor the divine in all its forms, and seek personal and spiritual growth through their practices..
Reviews for "Wiccan Festivals and Gatherings: Community and Celebration"
1. John - 1 star - I found the Wiccan doctrines and rites to be utterly ridiculous. The whole idea of chanting and casting spells just seemed like a bunch of nonsense to me. I couldn't take any of it seriously. It felt more like a group of people playing make-believe than a legitimate spiritual practice. I was extremely disappointed and would not recommend it to anyone seeking a real and meaningful path.
2. Mary - 2 stars - I gave Wiccan doctrines and rites a try, but it just wasn't for me. I found the whole experience to be quite confusing and lacking in substance. The rituals seemed repetitive and the beliefs were vague and difficult to grasp. Additionally, the emphasis on nature worship didn't resonate with me personally. It felt more like a trendy fad than a genuine spiritual journey. I respect those who find value in it, but it wasn't my cup of tea.
3. Tom - 1 star - I can't believe I wasted my time on the Wiccan doctrines and rites. It felt like a bunch of New Age mumbo jumbo mixed with elements of witchcraft. I had hoped for something deeper and more profound, but instead, it was just a lot of empty rituals and incantations. I struggled to see how it could bring any real meaning or change to my life. I regret exploring this path and would caution others against falling into the same trap.