Rules

Every religion has it's certain "rules and regulations" for you to follow. Wicca is no exception. You will NOT however find half as many restrictions placed upon what you do. One rule to remember if you don't know any others is this: "If it seems wrong or bad to you, don't do it!". There is a popular writing which many Wiccans adhere to as a set of rules, so to speak, called The Wiccan Rede. It is fairly easy to understand, just rede it.

There is something else, which I have found in various book I have read, that specifically lists a "code of ethics". This one in particular was taken from the book "A Grimiore of Shadows" by Ed Fitch, and is called The Witch's Rede of Chivalry. Though I do not agree completely will everything stated, I will put it here for you to view.

1. Chivalry is a high code of honor which is of most ancient Pagan origin, and must be lived by all who follow the Old Way.
2. It must be kenned that thoughts and intent put forth on this Middle-Earth will wax strong in other worlds beyond, and return - bringing into creation, on this world, that which had been sent forth. Thus one should exercixe discipline, for "as ye do plant, so shall ye harvest."
3. It is only by preparing our minds to be as Gods that we can untimately attain godhead.
4. "This above all ... to thine own self be true ..."
5. A Witch's word must have the validness of a signed and witnessed oath. Thus give your word sparingly, and adhere to it like iron.
6. Refrain form speaking ill of others, for not all truths of the matter may be known.
7. Pass not unverified words about another, for hearsay is, in large part, a thing of falsehood.
8. Be thou honest with others, and have them know that honesty is likewise expected of them.
9. The fury of the moment plays folly with the truth; to keep one's head is a virtue.
10. Contemplate always the consequences of thine acts upon others. Strive not to harm.
11. Diverse covens may well have diverse views on love between members and with others. When a coven, clan, or grove is visited or joined, one should discern quietly their practices, and abide thereby.
12. Dignity, a gracious manner, and a good humor are much to be admired.
13. As a Witch, thou hast power, and thy powers wax strongly as wisdom increases. Therefore exercise discretion in the use thereof.
14. Courage and honor endure forever. Their echoes remain when the mountains have crumbled to dust.
15. Pledge friendship and fealty to those who so warrant it. Strengthen others of the Brethen and they shall strengthen thee.
16. Thou shalt not reveal the secrets of another Witch or another Coven. Others have laboured long and hard for them, and cherish them as treasures.
17. Though there may be differences between those of the Old Ways, those who are once-born must see nothing, and must hear nothing.
18. Those who follow the Mysteries should be above reproach in the eyes of the world.
19. The laws of the land should be obeyed whenever possible and within reason, for in the main they have been chosen with wisdom.
20. Have pride in thyself, and seek perfection in body and in mind. For the Lady has said, "How canst thou honor another unless thou give honor to thyself first?"
21. Those who seek the Mysteries should consider themselves as select of the Gods, for it is they who shall lead the race of humankind to the highest of thrones and beyond the very stars.