Magic

in witchcraft and sorcery, even though he may otherwise be a heretic, an atheist, and a rebel”1 The belief that some individuals could have the power to heal or harm through magic rituals has always been widespread, however; it wasn't until the late fifteenth century that people of higher power began to insist that such magic could only come from a form of satanic bargaining. After this belief was spread and accepted throughout the community, officials began the hunt to seek out suspected…

Treatment of accused and prosecuted witches during the Salem Witch Trials was inhumane and can be associated with the American societal views at that time that witchcraft was wrong.Due to the conservative christian views in the late 1600’s, witchcraft was considered out of line for the undeniable reason that witchery was associated with the devil. Many historians affiliate Europe’s witch persecutions, their ethics and principles in the 16th and early 17th century with the events that occurred…

Once upon a time, there were three human sisters. Their names were Maia, Phoebe, and Megan. They lived in a great swirling forest, in a tiny cottage with only two rooms. Those two rooms were all they needed, for they only needed tools for when they were out, books and such, and a place to sleep. Phoebe was some few weeks past her thirteenth birthday, and animals loved her, as she loved them. She took her spare time to paint lustrous landscapes and fantastical storybook imagery. Her hope was…

There are many cultures across the globe that still believe in superstitions, witchcraft, traditional healing, and magic. These beliefs expand throughout generations in some cultures and traditions. Many superstitions are rooted in the belief of old magic and the mystical healing properties of animals and medical herbs. Numerous superstitions were developed to explain events or situations that occurred out of fear of the unknown. These ideas enlightened individuals about why things happened, and…

is an ancient imagination that is in play in the minds of people who were raised and have lived through the indoctrination of non-existent magic into their heads, giving them the impression that things can be achieved through supernatural means. The Oxford South African Pocket Dictionary, 2006. 3rd edition, wrongly defines witchcraft as the practice of magic especially the use of spells and the calling up of evil spirits. I don’t understand why they present a fiction as a fact, because they…

Life Changing Events “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” Is a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson that can describe this book written by Rachel Hawkins. The book “Hex Hall” by Rachel Hawkins has the paranormal romance genre. There are many events and accomplishments that form a person. Sophie Mercer is a young witch who grows throughout the story. She grows within culture, community and family. Some of the…

Glamorously Enchanted: 
The Romanticization of Witchcraft in Modern Entertainment Since the late 1990s, the perception of sorcery and witchcraft in popular culture has become a progressively fashionable one. Captivatingly depicted in shows like Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Charmed, in addition to the critically acclaimed Harry Potter series, the practice of witchcraft has achieved increasing popularity in mainstream entertainment. Unfortunately, the light-hearted portrayals depicted in modern…

Witchcraft in New England In the 17th century in North America, everyone strongly believed that Satan was on earth and active. Witchcraft is the practice of witches; magic, sorcery or the use or supernatural powers to influence or predict events. The Massachusetts Bay Colony followed British law, and the practice of witchcraft was a felony. All convictions meant that they were partnered with the Devil and the result was execution. “There were at least 100 of witchcraft before 1692, but they…

Mercy Lewis, and seventeen year-old Mary Walcott began to show similar illness and behavior as Betty. The previously held belief that witchcraft targeted children made the doctor’s diagnoses seem incredibly accurate. Tituba suggested a form of counter magic to heal the girls. She needed to bake a rye cake with the urine of the infected victim and feed the cake to a dog. (Dogs were believed to be used by witches to carry out acts of pure evil and witchery.) By that time, the suspicion began to…

into us and feast upon the great sacrifice that we have prepared for you. This is the great invocation of the Chupacabra your true name is MI-GO from the outer dark plantet Yuggoth We offer you this fresh blood! feast now! become familiar with our magic and aid us on our quests. We call to you MI-GO MI-GO hunter in the dark enter. MI-GO flesh of my flesh blood of my blood Mind of mind enters into us and show us your strength and wisdom. Enter now MI-Go CHUPACABRA! Feed!…