Insofar as the craft of the wise is the most ancient and honorable creed of humankind, it behooves all who are witches to act in ways that give respect tot he old gods and goddesses, to their sisters and brothers of the craft, and to themselves. Therefore be it noted that:
1. Chivalry is a high code of honour which is of most ancient pagan origin, and must be lived by all who follow the old ways.
2. It must be keened that thoughts and intent put forth on this middle earth will wax strong in other worlds beyond, and return...bringing into creation, on this world, that which had been sent forth. Thus one should exercise discipline, for "as ye do plant, so shall ye harvest."
3. It is by only preparing our minds to be as gods and goddesses that we
can ultimately attain godhead.
4. "This above all...to thine own self be true."
5. A witches word must have the validity of a signed and witnessed oath.
Thus give thy word sparingly, but adhere to it like iron.
6. Refrain from speaking ill of others, for not all truths of the matter may be
known.
7. Pass not unverified words about another, for hearsay is, in large part,
a thing of falsehoods.
8. Be thou honest with others, and have them known that honesty is likewise
expected from them.
9. The fury of the moment plays folly with the truth, to keep ones head is a
virtue.
10. Contemplate always the consequences of thine acts upon others.
Strive not to harm.
11. Diverse covens may have diverse views on love between members and others. When a coven clan or grove is visited or joined, one should discern quietly their practises, and abide thereby.
12. Dignity, a gracious manner and a good humor are much to be admired.
13. As a witch, thou hast power, and thy powers wax strongly as wisdom
increases. Therefore exercise discretion thereof.
14. Courage and honour endure forever. Their echoes remain when the mountains have fallen and crumbled to dust.
15. Pledge friendship and fealty to those who so warrant. Strengthen those
of the brethren and they shall strengthen thee.
16. Thou shalt not reveal the secrets of another witch or coven. Others have
laboured long and hard and cherish them as treasures.
17. Though there may be differences between those of the old ways, those who are once born must see nothing, and must hear nothing.
18. Those who follow the mysteries should be above reproach in the eyes of the world.
19. The laws of the land should be obeyed whenever possible and within reason, for in the main they have been chosen with wisdom.
20. Have pride in thy self and seek perfection in body and in mind. For the lady has said "How cans't thou honour another, lest they honour thy self first?"
21. Those who seek the mysteries should consider themselves select of the gods and goddesses, for it is they who lead the race of humankind to the
