An Introduction to Practical Magic and Its Applications
Introduction Today we are going to explore the subject of practical magic and some of the ways magical traditions have understood and applied it. Our focus will be on several traditional practices, including spells, Psalms, candle rituals, sigils, talismans, and amulets. Before discussing particular techniques, however, we need to begin with a fundamental question: What do we mean by magic? In the tradition presented in our source material, magic is defined as: “The science and art to cause changes in consciousness able to form the inner and outer reality in conformity with will.” This definition is important because it describes magic as both a science and an art . It is concerned not only with external actions or objects, but also with changes in consciousness and the relationship between inner intention and outer reality. With that definition in mind, let us examine some of the major areas in which practical magic has traditionally been applied. 1. Ethics and Magica...
