The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Goddess: 20th Anniversary Edition

The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Goddess: 20th Anniversary Edition
by Starhawk

The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Goddess: 20th Anniversary Edition
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Author: Starhawk
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1999-10-01
ISBN: 0062516329
Number of pages: 336
Publisher: HarperOne

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Book Review: The Spiral Dance is NOT Wicca
Summary: 2 Stars

It is true that this book has had an impact on modern Wicca, but it is also the simple truth that Starhawk's "The Spiral Dance" and "Reclaiming Tradition" are not actually Wiccan, was inspired by a faddish notion of an ancient Goddess Monotheism and utopia that has no basis in reality, and is more a political movement than a spiritual movement.

Summary of The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Goddess: 20th Anniversary Edition

The twentieth anniversary edition of The Spiral Dance celebrates the pivotal role the book has had in bringing Goddess worship to the religious forefront. This bestselling classic is both an unparalleled reference on the practices and philosophies of Witchcraft and a guide to the life?affirming ways in which readers can turn to the Goddess to deepen their sense of personal pride, develop their inner power, and integrate mind, body, and spirit. Starhawk's brilliant, comprehensive overview of the growth, suppression, and modern?day re?emergence of Wicca as a Goddess?worshipping religion has left an indelible mark on the feminist spiritual consciousness.

In a new introduction, Starhawk reveals the ways in which Goddess religion and the practice of ritual have adapted and developed over the last twenty years, and she reflects on the ways in which these changes have influenced and enhanced her original ideas. In the face of an ever?changing world, this invaluable spiritual guidebook is more relevant than ever.


The original book that brought Goddess worship to the public eye has marked its 10th anniversary, yet it still remains an integral part of the Wiccan canon. The Spiral Dance leans heavily toward the feminist aspects of Wicca, but Starhawk's comments on the new edition make it clear that she is aware of the growing male presence in witchcraft. However, this edition is not some watered down, politically correct revision of the original. Very little is changed aside from the addition of Starhawk's observations on how the book has weathered its first decade, and what few changes she would make if she were writing it today. Readers interested in learning more about contemporary witchcraft, whether considering Wicca as a way of life or simply desiring to understand this earth-based religion, will find a wealth of information in The Spiral Dance, and will notice that it becomes one of the most frequently consulted books in their Wicca libraries. --Brian Patterson

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