A Lecture on White versus Black Magic

[inmyblueheaven]

This eloquent essay by François-René Rideau is truly fascinating; it deals with the distinctions between white and black magic and with where both types of magic can be found in society.[The main] principle of black magic [is as follows]: to expect miracles, happiness, success, redemption from failures, etc., from external and superior entities

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[mdehners]

It's nice to see a definition that doesn't denigrate those of us that follow historically documented Rite forms; ie: Blood Rites.
Traditional Nordic Pagans/Heathens may Blot(a Rite in which an animal is Sacrificed and is eaten as part of a Ritual Feast and the Blood is sprinkled on the participants) and/or "Blood" their Runestaves as part of their Consecration. I've been involved in both and have had no problem with either as long as the officiating clergy knows what they are doing. After all, if you eat Meat....
Cheers,
Pat
PS: In the case of the Runestaves, it's YOUR Blood that you're sacrificing. Good thing to Practice your calligraphy 1st as so not to have to cut more than necessary;>

[fayanora]

LOL by that definition of black magic, most Christians are guilty of black magic. Which is something that is totally accurate.

[heartsunite]

lovely