Smudging is the act of burning plant material for use in a purification ritual. With smudging sage, several varieties of sage, primarily white sage, are burnt, and the smoke is used for purification. When smudging …
Modern Western Magic Today: Misunderstandings, Cultural Impact, and the Path Forward
Western society’s perception of magic has been defined by centuries of fascination, misunderstanding, and cultural tension. Seen alternately as primitive, foreign, and even dangerous, magic has long served as a mirror reflecting Western society’s fears …
The Evolution of Modern Western Magic: From Ancient Mysticism to Today’s Spiritual Path
Modern Western magic has roots that trace back to ancient Greek and Persian cultures, where magic—or mageia—was considered a set of mystical practices associated with the foreign “Magi” from Persia. These ancient magi were respected …
Magic in Islam During Middle Ages
Magical practices still exist today throughout the Muslim world, as in the Middle Ages. They still arouse much interest. Their history is also closely linked to the development of science, Sufism, and Islamic mysticism. The …
Amulets and Talismans-Differences and Similarities
Since the beginning of human civilization, the man was looking for objects with supernormal abilities that would help him as offering protection, bringing luck, wealth, cure of illness and generally achieving goals and realization of …
The Brethren of Purity—(Ikhwān Al-Ṣafā’) And Occult Sciences
The Brethren of Purity (or Ikhwān al-Ṣafā’) were a mysterious Muslim group from the Middle Ages. The latter produced an outstanding work of encyclopedia literature unique to the Muslim world and outside. About fifty epistles …
The Correct Way to Use The “Wishing Well” As A Money Spell
There are a large number of money magic spells available. In this article, I will refer to a simple money spell that uses water magick. Water has some very unique qualities. It is a receptive …
Candle Magick Spell to Attract Money – Simple to Advanced
Candles and the occult go hand in hand. Candle magick is one of the most basic and traditional types of natural magick. It does not require as many materials or equipment as ceremonial magick to …
Ancient Magic: From Divine Rituals to Dark Superstitions – Ancient Rome and Early Christianity
In ancient times, magic was seen as a powerful and influential force, not just a source of entertainment or illusion. It held a serious role in society, deeply intertwined with religious and supernatural beliefs. The …
Medieval Witch Trials in Europe
In the 15th Century, the crime of witchcraft could be prosecuted by both religious and secular courts of justice. When it was considered a heretic, and against the Sabbatical apostasy, it could fall under the …