A term used to describe certain Pagans or their “traditions” that freely borrow and use the spiritual beliefs and philosophy, as well as magickal methods, from a variety of sources. In the past, people generally had to adapt themselves to fit into a chosen spiritual tradition. Instances where people attempted to change the status quo often resulted in mutual denunciations and even wars. Eclectic Witchcraft and Eclectic Wicca allow practitioners to create a path that suits them, even combining traditions that seemed mutually exclusive.