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I think the difference is that an herbalist has a different set of beliefs one is based around a religion (wicca) one is just about the herbs themselves and what they can do.. But I found your question because I was searching for an answer to the exact same question so I may very well be wrong..
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What is the difference between witchcrafts and herbalists?
A herbalist uses plants as complementary medicine. For instance, homeopathy is a form of complimentary medicine using plant derivatives. People defined as witches, in varying cultures such as the Zulu, may use herbs as part of folk medicine in a manner similar to herbalists or their use may be part of the witches' spiritual practice including the casting of spells. Sometimes the two can cross over, European witches in the Early Modern Period were reputed to use hallucinogenic herbs as part of their rituals. Their belief system provided the interpretation of why the plant worked and what the hallucinations were.
What is the difference between a medical doctor and a herbalist?
medical deals with illnesses and medicine while herbalists deal with plants and natural medicines grown from earth.
When was Irish Institute of Medical Herbalists created?
Irish Institute of Medical Herbalists was created in 1990.
What are colleges that offer learning on herbal medicine on line?
There are many. Try contacting a professional herbalist association near you to see which ones they recommend. Some of the reputable ones I know of are: The American Herbalists Guild The Canadian Herbalists Association of British Columbia The National Institute of Medical Herbalists The National Herbalists Association of Australia
What are monsters and witches?
Witches are separate from monsters. Witchcraft is a religion. Monsters are people's imaginations scaring them. Big difference. I am offended.
What is the difference between a mage and a wizard?
Warlock is actually a derogatory term for witches, who are both male and female. some but not all witches are witches by religion, Wicca, or the Craft.Witches are permitted to do no harm in their magyk, but are still stereotyped badly as dark evil-doers in the eyes of the church.Misinformed people often think that Warlock is a term for a male witch, but that is incorrect as the word "warlock" is derived from ME and means Traitor. Male witches are called witches same as females.
What is the differences between witches and witchcraft?
Witches are usually the ones performing witchcraft, not alot else really to say.
Who cured people in medieval times?
herbalists & "wizards"
What is the significance of the scene between Herrick and the accused witches in The Crucible?
The scene between Herrick and the accused witches in The Crucible is meant to be humorous. Its significance is to illustrate how bad the conditions are.
How can consultations about herbal treatment be given on Internet?
It CAN be done, but I prefer to see my clients in person. When done at a distance, a responsible herbalist will ask you MANY MANY MANY questions. To find a qualified herbalist near you check out some of the reputable professional herbalist associations such as: American Herbalists Guild Ontario Herbalists Association Herbal Medicine Association of British Columbia National Institute of Medical Herbalists National Herbalists Association of Australia
What is the connection between witches and the number six?
Satanic witches use the number 6, because 666 is often associated with the Devil.
What are facts about witches between 1564 and 1616?
They never existed.
