"a gathering of witches," 1660s, earlier (c. 1500) a variant of covent, cuvent early forms of convent. Association with witches arose in Scotland, but not popularized until Sir Walter Scott [..]

"Berith" in Hebrew and "diatheke" in Greek: An agreement between two persons which are obligatory on both parties. Most commonly used to refer to various covenants [..]

(n) an assembly of witches; usually 13 witches

A group of thirteen or fewer Witches that work together in an organized fashion for positive magickal endeavors or to perform religious ceremonies. The coven stead is the meeting place of the Witches, and is often a fixed building or place where the Witch can feel safe and at home. (Magick Whispers). An organized group of Witches, led by a High pri [..]