Writing and reading fanfiction isn't just something you do; it's a way of thinking critically about the media you consume, of being aware of all the implicit assumptions that a canonical work carries with it, and of considering the possibility that those assumptions might not be the only way things have to be. . . . Fanfiction is about exercising this choice. In doing this, fanfiction is breaking new ground, but it's also trying to retake ground that was lost centuries ago. (Jamison and Grossman)
Witchcraft is not shown as their religion but rather a spiritual belief. Unlike the olden stereotype of the witch being a representation of the devil and against religion and god, the contemporary depiction of the witch views witchcraft as a …show more content…
First, the sisters are not entering into a pact with the devil or any demonic forces; the reason for their power is to fight against those same forces. In the series’ premier, Piper, after her conversation with the not-so-helpful minister, is understandably very concerned with the possibility that inheriting her powers has made her evil and is greatly relieved when she finds that she can, indeed, walk into a church without being struck dead by the hand of God. In addition, both Prue and Piper wear crosses, and the family celebrates Christmas as well the Wiccan sabbats. The message is that modern witches are not evil enemies of Christians, that they respect and tolerate others’ beliefs. (Beeler and Beeler 20-1)
The matrilineal source of the witch powers as well as the concept of feminine solidarity is emphasised throughout these series. They inherit this power by birth right form their matrilineal side. In Charmed the sisters have a great legacy of being the Charmed Ones from their maternal side, which is the source of their power. As Phoebe states in the episode ‘I’ve Got You Under My Skin’ (Season1 episode 2), ‘‘witchcraft is a chick thing’’, passed on from the mother to …show more content…
It “emphasizes how important it is in feminism for all generations to share their stories but notes that for young women these stories provide a reminder that their rebellion has a precedent” (24). An understanding that their struggles are not new but a continuation of earlier generations provide a sense of solidarity, to participate in and transform society. The Book of Shadows represents an important spiritual journey for the sisters as they rediscover the power of their matriarchal lineage and add to it. “The spell that draws on the entire matrilineal clan is, then, their strongest spell, stronger even than the Power of Three, a spell that draws the women, ‘mothers, daughters, sisters, friends’ ”
Witchcraft is not shown as their religion but rather a spiritual belief. Unlike the olden stereotype of the witch being a representation of the devil and against religion and god, the contemporary depiction of the witch views witchcraft as a …show more content…
First, the sisters are not entering into a pact with the devil or any demonic forces; the reason for their power is to fight against those same forces. In the series’ premier, Piper, after her conversation with the not-so-helpful minister, is understandably very concerned with the possibility that inheriting her powers has made her evil and is greatly relieved when she finds that she can, indeed, walk into a church without being struck dead by the hand of God. In addition, both Prue and Piper wear crosses, and the family celebrates Christmas as well the Wiccan sabbats. The message is that modern witches are not evil enemies of Christians, that they respect and tolerate others’ beliefs. (Beeler and Beeler 20-1)
The matrilineal source of the witch powers as well as the concept of feminine solidarity is emphasised throughout these series. They inherit this power by birth right form their matrilineal side. In Charmed the sisters have a great legacy of being the Charmed Ones from their maternal side, which is the source of their power. As Phoebe states in the episode ‘I’ve Got You Under My Skin’ (Season1 episode 2), ‘‘witchcraft is a chick thing’’, passed on from the mother to …show more content…
It “emphasizes how important it is in feminism for all generations to share their stories but notes that for young women these stories provide a reminder that their rebellion has a precedent” (24). An understanding that their struggles are not new but a continuation of earlier generations provide a sense of solidarity, to participate in and transform society. The Book of Shadows represents an important spiritual journey for the sisters as they rediscover the power of their matriarchal lineage and add to it. “The spell that draws on the entire matrilineal clan is, then, their strongest spell, stronger even than the Power of Three, a spell that draws the women, ‘mothers, daughters, sisters, friends’ ”