On the one hand, Wiccans believe that the whole world ruled by one divine power - this corresponds to the monotheistic religions.
On the other hand, Wiccans see the manifestation of divine power in the two images - the God and Goddess. And this is characteristic of polytheistic religions.
It is believed that the gods of Wicca are so ancient, that they have already lost their names. Usually they are referred to simply as God and Goddess. In this case, the Wiccans are of the opinion that all the gods and goddesses who ever been worshiped by humanity are nothing more than a manifestation of the very Nameless deities. Thus many witches in their rituals often turn to various pagan gods (most importantly is to do it wisely, and do not ask, for example, the Fire God to send life-giving rain). In our tradition we call the divine manifestations as the Horned God of the Sun and the Triple Goddess of the Moon.
HORNED GOD OF THE SUN
The main male deity of Wicca - The Horned God. No, god of witchcraft is not a devil. It is also called goat-footed, and is often depicted with goat horns and hooves, but the most ancient is the image of God with deer horns. In the Witchcraft He is known under the name of Pan, Osiris, Cernunnos. Often witches and warlocks call him simply Horned or Old. Silver Ravenvolf in his book "The young witch" refers to him as Master.
God takes care of the animals. His appearance with a head crowned with horns symbolize his connection with the wild beasts.
God's patrimony are the untouched by human hand woods, hot deserts and mountains rising to the heavens. Stars that are like a distant lights, are also considered as a sphere of his patronage.
Celestial symbol of God - is the Sun. In earlier times it was the symbol of Month, which is considered the husband of the sun. But during the time, these perceptions have changed. Other symbols include: sword, horn, spear, diamond, arrow, magic wand, athame, trident, knife, candle, gold and copper.
The animals that are devoted to God are: goat, ox, deer, snake and fish hawk.
The element of God - fire.
TRIPLE GODDESS OF THE MOON
The main female deity of Wicca - Triple Goddess. Triple, because witches revere her in guises of three: Virgin, Mother and the old woman. In the witchcraft the Goddess is equal to God. She has many names: Diana, Aradia, Hecate or simply Mother of the World. Silver Ravenvolf in his book "The young witch" refers to her as Mistress.
Goddess's patrimony are the seas and the oceans.
Celestial symbol of the Goddess - the Moon. In earlier times, a symbol of the Goddess was the sun, over time these ideas have changed. Other symbols include: cup, two-sided ax (Labrys), the boiler, Five-flowers, mirrors, beads, shells, pearls, emeralds and silver.
The animals that are devoted to Goddess are: rabbit, bear, owl, cat, dog, bat, goose, cow, dolphin, lion, horse, wren, scorpion, bee and spider.
The element of the Goddess - Water.
Source: animals-and-shamanism.blogspot.com
