Although some believe that the rites performed by Gardnerian Wiccans are evil, they are the opposite and usually a practice of great love and trust. A magickal rite begins, remains and ends with perfect love and perfect trust. It is the key to the magickal workings and the religion.
A circle is opened by the high priestess and the high priest. It is first cleansed from any negative energy to ensure the magick is pure. Only if perfect love and perfect trust are established between all coveners can they move into the circle. After the circle is drawn, coveners build energy through chanting and concentration (Farrar 52). Once enough energy is built, the magickal workings, which are equal to prayer, are performed. After this, coveners will partake