In feudal societies, an oath of allegiance sworn to a ruling lord in exchange for protection. In Gardnerian Witchcraft, giving loyalty to a High Priest or High Priestess usually based upon respect for that person’s position.
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...