1. In modern Paganism, a term used by and for solitary Witches whose practices incorporate large amounts of natural magic, herb lore, and similar subjects, and who generally do not claim a connection with any particular tradition.
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2. Raymond Buckland, in The Witch Book, adds that a Hedge Witch doesn’t necessarily become involved with the religious aspect of Witchcraft, and doesn’t use complicated rituals.
Readers, please enjoy this guest blog post by Sandra Kynes, author of several books, including The Herb Gardener's Essential Guide, Plant Magic, and the new Witches' Encyclopedia of Magical Plants, among many others.
Although a few old books...