White Magic

The opposite of black magic is white magic. The differences
between black magic and white magic are debatable, though

theory. By this interpretation, even such spells commonly
seen as good can be misused, so healing could be used to

theories generally fall within the following broad
categories:

regenerate the body to the point of cancer, for instance.

* The All as One theory states that all forms of magic

Sun and Moon Magic-referring to light (or "White") magic
being the magic of the sun or day, and Dark (or "Black")

are evil, irrespective of colour (white or black), with this
view generally being associated with Satanism. People that

magic being the magic of the moon or night. This
interpretation has nothing to do with "good" or "Evil", but

maintain this opinion include those belonging to most
branches of Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism.

instead has to do with the natural day and night cycle. But
again, it all depends on the practitioners intent-even the

* The Dark Doctrine theory states that black magic is

"white" or "day" magic can be used for evil purposes and
still be called "white" magic. Evil: Is a person or idea

the powers of darkness, usually seen from a Left-Hand Path
point of view. This may or may not contrast with white

that has to do with the intent or nature of being sinister
(rough definition.) Gothic: Is to be dark without a sinister

magic, depending on the user's acceptance of dualism.

intent or nature (rough definition.)

* The Formal Differences theory states that the forms
and components of black magic are not the same due to the

different aims or interests of those casting harmful spells
than those of white. Harmful spell-casting tends to include

Depending upon how loose the denomination's philosophy is
concerning magic, certain practises may be allowed. This

symbolism that seems hazardous or harmful to human beings,
such as sharp, pointed, prickly, caustic, and hot element(s)

list is largely based on the "Separate but Equal" theory
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combined with very personal objects from the spell's target
(their hair, blood, mementos, etc.). This distinction can

branches of any type of magic that may be better or worse
than others. Following is a list of magical practises based

primarily be observed in folk magic, but pertains to other
types of magic also.

upon various faiths,

* The No Connection theory states that both black and

* Sutra - spoken or written word is little different
from prayer, although intent is importa

white magic are completely different from the base up and
are accomplished uniquely, even if they achieve similar

* Mudra - religion typically allows mudras, or hand
signs. For instance, the sign of the cross,

effects. This stance is often presented in fiction, and as a
result, the two classes of magic-users are portrayed as

* Protection - represents a desire to protect loved
ones, so this is generally good. It can however, also be

being both ideologically and diametrically opposed. In The
Lord of the Rings, the Elves find it strange that Humans and

used in binding and sealing others,
* Weather Magic - prayers or the like for rain or sun

Hobbits can even use a single word, "magic", which refers to
both forms, as the Elvish tongues regard them also

are done, even by the contemporary Christianity,
* Healing/Exorcism -the art of healing is seen as a

linguistically as completely separate and unrelated.

miracle, and is done by the originator of Christianity,
Jesus. Exorcism is allowed for the same reason, tgift than a

* The Separate but Equal theory states that black and
white magic are exactly the same thing, differentiated only

form of magic,
* Alchemy - potion making is part of healing above,

by their end goals and intent. According to this theory, the
same spell could be either white or black (see gray magic);

although intent is once again an issue,
* Blessing People/Objects - This is a grey area, due to

its nature is determined by the end result of the spell. The
majority of religions follow this belief, as does the

the laws on graven images, but even certain priests have
staffs related to their office. Generally, it is considered