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The Feri Tradition (also
known as Faery or Faerie) is like a
tree with many branches or lines, all ultimately tracing to Victor and Cora Anderson.
While not a complete summary, the following may provide some idea of the various
lines of
Feri. They include some groups and
individuals who are teaching today.
(Click on links for descriptions.)
Initiation
is necessary before one can fully participate in the Feri Tradition. Groups influenced
by Feri but not requiring Feri initiation are listed separately as related
traditions.
While
we have tried to be as accurate as possible, we cannot vouch for the veracity
of all information provided to us. Please note that the listings do not necessarily
constitute an endorsement by Lilith's Lantern. *
If you would like to submit a brief description of your own line of Feri for consideration,
please contact us HERE
for guidelines.
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VICTOR
and CORA ANDERSON
The first publicly known sources of the Feri
Tradition. Victor and Cora taught Feri from
the 1950s until Victor's death in 2001, initiating
approximately 25-30 people. The Andersons
taught using the apprenticeship model and
did not charge for Feri training.
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GWYDION
PENDDERWEN
An early initiate of the Andersons, Gwydion
went on to initiate many others. His lineage
tends to emphasize the Celtic elements of
Feri. He is particularly known for his poetry
and music, including songs created from Victor
Anderson's poetry. (Gwydion's music is available
through Serpentine
Music and Nemeton.)
Gwydion Pendderwen's accidental death in 1982
was a great loss to the Pagan community.
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ALISON HARLOW
Alison Harlow was initiated by Gwydion
Pendderwen in 1970 and trained by Victor and
Gwydion. She founded Wings of Vanthi Coven
in 1975, co-creating her own line of Feri.
She left the coven in 1989, and worked with
J'té Argent, her initiate. Alison assisted
J'té in hosting invitational Sabbats,
combined with occasional Feri teaching. J'te
calls her line Firedrake Feri.
Alison passed from this life on June 13,
2004. To visit her memorial, click HERE.
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SILVER WHEEL
Coven founded by several students of the
Andersons, including Eldri Littlewolf, Steven
Hewell, and Gabriel Carillo (Caradoc). Gabriel
was instrumental in the formation of the BloodRose
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VANTHE COVEN
Wings of Vanthi was formed as a Faerie coven
in the late 70's by Alison Harlow and Roz
Tognoli (now deceased). The coven grew and
worked together until 1989, when it was dissolved.
A new Vanthe coven was formed shortly afterwards
by some of the members of the old coven and
continues to this day.
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BLOODROSE
Founded by Gabriel Carillo (Caradoc), an initiate
of the Andersons. Primarily used a body of
teaching materials initially co-written by
Gabriel and Steven Hewell and further developed
by Gabriel over the years. Probably the most
prolific Feri branch and the first to teach
Feri in a paid class setting. Gabriel experimented
with large-scale teaching via the Internet
and E-mail. Some members of the Feri community
have questioned the ethics of his sexual behavior
toward students.
Gabriel passed over on January 1, 2007.
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STEVE
HEWELL
Initiated in 1976, founding member of Silver
Wheel Coven. Teaches both privately one-on-one,
and in groups. Rigorous concentration on Feri
core practices with an emphasis on the Southern
folk magic elements. Atlanta, Georgia, and surrounding
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WEST
BAY FERI GROUP
A loose affiliation of Feri initiates and students
in the mid-San Francisco Peninsula. The West
Bay group meets primarily for Sabbats and for
occasional other workings. The members of the
group primarily trace their lineages through
the Sacred Wheel and Bloodrose lines. The group
engages in much experimentation and on-going
study within the Feri tradition. (Not currently
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BLACKHEART
Highly personalized Intensive and Distance training.
BlackHeart is a path to Feri initiation, although
such may not be part of every student's experience.
Taught by Karina, a Feri initiate and teacher.
New England area. Web site at www.blackheartferi.com |
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ANAAR
Long-time student and initiate of the Andersons,
also had some early training with Bloodrose.
Named a Feri Grandmaster by Cora Anderson
in August 2003. Artist and owner of Tombo
Studio. Author of The
White Wand. Emphasis on the creative
arts as a gateway to Feri. San Francisco Bay
Area.
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GOLDEN
THREAD
Begun by Valerie
Walker, former High Priestess of Compost
(see below). Originally initiated by Starhawk,
she was later also adopted into a Feri lineage
descending from Sacred Wheel. Teaches a blend
of Compost and Feri material in a not-for-profit
class setting. San Francisco area. |
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STORM
FAERYWOLF
Artist, poet, author of The
Stars Within the Earth and editor
of Witch
Eye. Trained in the Bloodrose/Sacred
Wheel branch, he has studied other forms of
Feri to round-out his practice. A Witch for
over 20 years, and Feri for more than half
that time, he focuses mainly on shamanic practice,
sorcery, queer mysteries, and personal communication
with the Divine. Teaches privately using both
the class and apprenticeship models.
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MANDORLA
A group founded by students and initiates of
the Andersons. Works with a core body of lore,
rituals, liturgy, and practices taught by Victor
and Cora to their direct initiates. Places a
high value on oral tradition, creativity, and
magical and psychic arts. Trains privately using
the apprenticeship model in a coven setting.
Members have reclaimed the name Vicia to describe
their style, lineage, and practices. Oregon
and Southern California areas. |
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Offshoots
of Feri, listed in approximate chronological order.
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COMPOST
Founded by a group of people including Starhawk,
an initiate of the Andersons and author of
The
Spiral Dance. Compost combined Feri
with other sources and added substantial amounts
of their own original material. Feri initiation
was not required, but was passed to some of
the members. San Francisco area.
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RECLAIMING
Offshoot of Compost. Founded by Starhawk and
others as a magical group focusing on political
activism. Initiation is not necessary to fully
participate in the Reclaiming tradition. However,
it does offer several types of initiation--including
Feri. Teaches some Feri material in class
settings, primarily the Iron and Pearl Pentacles.
Began in the San Francisco area and now exists
internationally.
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DRACONIAN
PICTISH-ELVEN WITCHCRAFT
Founded by Brian Dragon, a Feri initiate of
the Bloodrose line. Focuses on Pictish magic
and also finds inspiration in the writings
of J.R.R. Tolkien. Teaches some Feri material.
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THE
THIRD ROAD®
Founded by Francesca De Grandis (formerly
Francesca Dubie), student of the Andersons
and author of Be A Goddess and Goddess
Initiation. Blends Feri teachings with
Wicca and Celtic shamanism. Does not offer
Feri initiation. Teaches through books, classes,
and tele-seminars. San Francisco area.
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COVENANT
OF RHIANNON
The Covenant of Rhiannon (COR) is a confluence
of Feri teachings and original teachings passed
down from Sybil Leek. The teachings place an
emphasis on knowledge (gnosis-vidya), and the
application of that knowledge through development
of the arts of the Craft. COR teaches
privately in a traditional coven environment.
Located in Cape May, NJ. Initiation is
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MORNINGSTAR
MYSTERY SCHOOL
A Reclaiming-Feri initiate, Thorn T. Coyle has
developed her own school of teachings. She offers
paid classes internationally, including a variety
of workshops and teleconferences. |
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