Witchcraft and Wizardry are distinct concepts in the realm of magick. Witchcraft generally refers to the practice of folk magick, often associated with witches and their rituals. It is rooted in traditions and practices that are often passed down through generations and can involve herbalism, divination, and other forms of natural magick. Wizardry, on the other hand, is typically associated with the art of a wizard, emphasizing learned, book-based magick. It often involves formal education in magickal arts and is portrayed as more academic and structured. Witchcraft is often seen as more practical and connected to everyday life, focusing on solving mundane problems. Wizardry frequently emphasizes complex spells and elaborate magickal systems. Historically, witchcraft was practiced by ordinary people, while wizardry was often reserved for those who had undergone formal training. While both involve the practice of magick, witchcraft is more about practical, folk traditions, whereas wizardry is associated with scholarly practices. In simpler terms, wizardry focuses on the underlying wisdom of the magickal arts.

Many modern traditions blend the practical and scholarly approaches, with the words ‘witch’ and ‘wizard’ applying to both men and women. The term ‘wizard’ has not been embraced as widely as the term ‘witch’, though some are working to reclaim the term for modern times, as in the case of the Grey School of Wizardry., a real non-profit school with an actual campus that has existed since 2004.

I am both witch and wizard, though I have a special fondness for the term ‘wizard’. Some folks look at me funny when I use that term, and I’m sure they think I am quite mad. Truthfully, I am too old to care.