Covenstead
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A covenstead is a meeting place of a coven (a group of witches).[1] The term relates specifically to the meeting place of witches within certain modern religious movements such as Wicca that fall under the collective term Modern Paganism, also referred to as Contemporary Paganism or Neopaganism. It functions to provide a place for the group to conduct rituals, undertake lessons and recognise festivals. It can also be referred to as the home of the coven.[2]
A group's covenstead is often a physical geographical location, however it can also be a concept such as an astral temple.[1] A covenstead is commonly located in the house of the priest or priestess or a member of the coven, but it can also be a public area such as a park or a room in a community building.[1] An appropriate location is selected depending on a number of factors including the size of the coven.[2] The types of covensteads recognised by practitioners have developed over time as technology and the various denominations of Neopaganism have evolved.[3]