This is the text of the Gardnerian Book of Shadows. In one sense, this is the central sacred text
of the Wicca religion. However, it is important to point out that there is no 'official' Book of
Shadows. Typically each coven has a hand-written copy of a Book of Shadows, sometimes in
cypher or code, which reflects its own practices and knowledge. This particular text is derived
from a file posted on the Internet in the early 90s, and quotes previously published material
which was known to be in use by Gardner and his group.
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