Imitation witchcraft: a witchcraft method that uses similar things as substitutes to seek good luck or cause disaster. If you hate someone, you will make a human figure and write the person's birth date, or burn him or throw him into water, or chop him with needles and knives to kill him. This is black magic in nature. Another example is that children often fall into wells. In order to avoid disasters, a puppet is often thrown into the well on the child's behalf. This behavior is called destroying disasters and evil spirits. In ancient production customs, when rice blossoms begin, men and women meet in the fields to promote the earing of rice. If a person has a sore, he can draw it on plant leaves or yellow paper to remove the disease. This is also called imitation witchcraft. There are customs such as tying dolls in Baiyun Temple and folk "stealing melons" to pray for children.
Contact witchcraft: It is a witchcraft method that uses parts of things or objects associated with things to seek good luck and bring misfortune. This kind of witchcraft can achieve its purpose as long as it comes into contact with a part of someone's human body or a person's utensils. For example, if someone is sick, put a coin or something more valuable in the sick place, and then throw it on the road to be picked up by others. Then the sick person will be transferred to the person who picked it up. Putting the bowl and Jiang Yuanlu, the founder of Zhou Dynasty, all came into contact with witchcraft. In the past, black magic that harmed people often collected the hair, beards, nails, and beloved objects of discordant people in preparation for harming the other party. Children's names cannot be told to others casually, otherwise they will be controlled by others.
In the Liangshan Yi people, slave owners discovered that their slaves had escaped. In addition to sending people to search for them, they also asked wizards to perform witchcraft. The method was to gather the rags left by the slaves and grind them in a stone mill. Since the cloth was not easily worn off, it was believed that the slaves must wander around in the mountains and could not find a way to escape. In order to escape from the tiger's mouth, the slaves also resorted to witchcraft to resist. When escaping, they usually carried a small stone mill on their backs. , put it on the head, so that the piece of cloth worn by the slave owner will fall off quickly, and he can escape successfully.
Black magic: usually based on curses and witchcraft. Enemies who seek dark or evil power to punish the caster, but usually pay an equal price. For example: when ordinary people use curses, they usually use their own blood as a medium to summon evil spirits/evil spirits. If the curse is successful, the caster must use his own vitality (spiritual power) as the source of power for the curse. Otherwise, the curse will not be able to proceed, and even the evil spirits attracted will come back to bite the caster.
It is mostly used to take revenge on people or others. It can also be used as a spell to cure diseases, kill evil spirits, and fight black witchcraft. Wizards who practice witchcraft can also be divided into two types. One is passed down through the generations and taught by old wizards; the other is the wizard who is taught by the so-called gods in dreams, called dream witches. Witch dolls are a means of revenge in black witchcraft. The opposite concept of black witchcraft is white witchcraft.
With the rise of human civilization, especially the formation of cities, man and nature are increasingly separated, and a new spirit has also emerged. The situation of natural selection and survival of the fittest is more prevalent in cities than in any other place. A place becomes more intense, and human beings begin to develop their ambition and aggression. Only by riding on the head of others can they stand out. In this case, witchcraft becomes a terrifying tool for personal fights and a dark weapon that people fear. Witchcraft, witchcraft is now despised by most people.
Black magic, the darkest among all black magics, is undoubtedly Necromancy! It is also one of the ugliest and most disgusting magical rituals. The word Necromancy comes from the Greek word, which means death and supernatural power. Necromancy itself refers to an ancient method of communicating with the world of death. Necromancy can be traced back to ancient Persian, Greek, Roman and medieval wizards. Necromancy can be divided into two branches: one is to summon and control ghosts (Necromancer), which is more common; the other is to master the method of reviving dead corpses (Necromancer), and both of them are inseparable from the banned black magic. relationship. The Necromancers usually use altar openings and spells to practice, while the Necromancers obtain the horrific black magic they need by digging up corpses and robbing graves. Necromancers are usually surrounded by horrific deaths. They wear clothes stolen from the dead and meditate on the meaning of death...
If you do not have a certain degree of attainment in the knowledge of the soul and death, It is impossible to understand the secrets of necromancy, and if you engage in it rashly, the consequences will be very dangerous. Since under normal circumstances, the dead will not return to the human world (whether as entities or ghosts), if the above situation does happen, it must be because of a very special reason. If a living person wants to establish contact with another world and control the soul but ignores the request of the deceased, then he must carefully learn the relevant knowledge of black magic to avoid becoming a victim of the evil spirit!
Initially, those who communicated with the dead were mostly motivated by profit. Because it is believed that after death one can be omniscient and omniscient, necromancers who summon the dead are largely employed by those who want to know the location of treasures, and these summoning rituals usually take place after death. It is carried out after 12 months because it is believed that within 12 months after the death of a person, the soul has been wandering near the cemetery and cannot see what the living person wants to see. But corpses that are too old are usually not chosen, because as far as the corpse sect is concerned, corpses that are too rotten cannot answer the question clearly. Later, necromancers began to summon undead spirits and corpses to attack others. This mostly happened in ancient Egypt and Greece.
Due to the above purposes, it is usually necessary to suppress the resentment of the undead, and doing so requires special magical help, which can usually only be done by very experienced wizards.
In ancient British wizarding books, there are records of necromancers painting spells on the chests of dead bodies to cast spells. Sometimes, the necromancer needs to summon some powerful demons to protect himself or drive the dead corpses and ghosts to obey him. Ancient Greek mantras record that the Necromancer summoned Kore, Persephone, Ereshkigal, Adonis, Hermes and Thoth to protect themselves and control the undead. In Roman drama, descriptions of necromancy rituals also included burning and blood-burning. In other rituals, necromancers eat dog meat symbolizing Hecate (the patron saint of wizards); they also eat unsalted and unfermented black bread and unfermented grape juice, which symbolize Decay and death.
In continental Europe, the requirements for necromancy rituals are even more stringent. The location of the ceremony was often carefully designated at some deserted crossroads, basement, ruins, inaccessible forest or dead shrubbery. Once the time for the ceremony was decided, concentric circles of power and indescribable symbols were drawn on the site and given sacred names.
These circles are cursed by magic, and the Necromancer's assistant stands in the center of the circle and is protected by magic. Finally, the necromancer has the power to summon the souls of the underworld. If the method is successful, the undead will emerge from the magic circle, and the necromancers will have to face the unbearable screams and terrifying and incomprehensible murmurs of the undead... Sometimes, the powerful undead will appear in the circle in the form of monsters. Howling wildly, threatening to tear the Necromancer into pieces! When the undead finally succumb to the wizard's feet, they usually transform into naked ghosts and answer the wizard's questions and demands.
When the séance ends, the dead souls usually disappear in the poisonous mist of sulfur, and the dead bodies are burned with quicklime by the wizard. Before that, the necromancer must stay in the holy circle. If he has to leave, he must perform some other rituals. The necromancer also removes all flowers and plants from the area before and after the ceremony, burns them, and buries their ashes deep in the area. The entire ritual is full of horrific dangers. The slightest mistake can lead to the death of the necromancer and even permanent trauma to the soul... In the 17th century, the famous Egyptian necromancer and prophet Qi Yangangji ( Chiancungi) left the holy circle in a hurry and was crushed to death by the resentful spirit...
The church sect of necromancers is a very special branch of black magic. The necromancers of this sect use very strange black magic. According to legend, at midnight, the necromancers of this sect will recite dark psalms in the cemetery: "The souls of the dead are resurrected and are close to me" and then disperse into the church cemetery. When summoned, they would cry and sing: "E go sum te peto et uidere queo", and when retreating, they would command: "Return to the kingdom appointed by God."
The following is a description of the greatest church necromancer in history: Dr. John Dee and his assistant: Edward Kelley: While the assistant illuminated the death rites with torches, the Doctor stood in the graveyard, holding the staff and reading the incantation. In the firelight, you can clearly see a newly summoned undead trembling in the white cloth... while the other two wizards are secretly chanting incantations to protect themselves in the holy circle, and vaguely hear the names of some angels: "La R aphael, Rael, Miraton, Tarmiel, Rex..."...
Another of the most famous in history The Necromancer is Endor. It is recorded in the Bible that he once summoned the dead prophet Samuel for King Saul (Solo), and predicted the death of King Saul (Solo).
In addition, in Greece in the 1st century, there were the famous necromancers Apollonius and Tyana.
In England in the 16th century, there was the above-mentioned John Deere and his no-nonsense assistant Edwood Kelley.
In France in the 17th century, there was the great Eliphas Levi. He once tried to summon the great Apollonius, but was shocked by the spirit of Apollonius! --
For necromancers, the numbers 9 and 13 are of great significance. 9 represents the 9 realms that the soul has to pass through from birth to death in ancient beliefs. 13 represents the Last Supper of Jesus and his resurrection.
In Voodoo, when a corpse is resurrected, it appears in the form of Baron Samedi (the ragged god of the zombies). In Haiti, the incarnation of Papa Nebo (Father of Death) presides over the necromancy ceremony. During the ceremony, paraffin is dripped on the feet and lips of the corpse. The necromancer wears a monk's robe and his head Wearing a silver hat, Naib's father's charm hangs on the cross. When the wizard's robe and hat vibrated, it proved that Balon Samedi had been awakened and the ceremony was successful.
The reason why necromancy magic is despised by people is that, in addition to its evil purpose, the most outrageous thing is that in rituals, dead bodies are often used as raw materials for casting spells.
Moreover, Necromancer believes that corpses that died in violence or died young are the best medicines! Because they believe that such dead people have more unused spiritual power. In the witchcraft of the ancient Norse, the strongest necromancers could even resurrect those who had just died on the gallows! Paolus Grillandus, the 16th-century inquisitor, recorded: “The necromancers used some burnt fragments of corpses, especially those who had been hanged and humiliated to death... Small pieces of nails or teeth...hair, ears or eyes...muscles, bones or fresh meat..." Some necromancers also practice cannibalism, especially unbaptized babies. So many graves were robbed at that time. The most famous related case in history is that of the Irish female necromancer-Alice Kyteler. She was prosecuted for stealing and using the hair and skulls of dead bodies. It was said that the grass growing on the heads of dead bodies was It is very precious to necromancers...
During the witch-hunting movements launched in the 16th and 17th centuries, a large number of necromancers inevitably became the targets of hunting. The church shouts that they are servants of the devil, and the description of Indar in the Bible further proves that the necromancers are a symbol of destruction. The necromancers have been arguing about the difference between the undead and the devil. After centuries of struggle, the Necromancers finally evolved into the psychics they are today, thus escaping religious persecution. Not only that, with the publicity of the media, psychics are further admired and accepted by people. The more famous psychics in modern times include Joseph Glanvill, Dr. Francis van Helmont, Dr. Henry More, and Robert Boyle and others.
White witchcraft: usually focuses on praising gods and praying to gods for blessings. Seeking the power of light or kindness to help others doesn't cost anything too much. For example: when using special materials to pray for others, you only need to inform the gods of the purpose and offer tributes. At the end of the prayer, you can complete the prayer by thanking the gods.
White witchcraft is a type of witchcraft, that is, ordinary people pray for sunshine, pray for rain, exorcise ghosts, destroy evil spirits, eliminate insects, find objects, summon spirits, and even make infertile women have children, and make men and women without feelings The magic of falling in love. It is relative to black magic.
Subjectively, white witchcraft is intended to predict future situations in a mysterious environment, or to adopt effective methods to cure diseases and bring health to people. Divination witchcraft was the witchcraft most commonly used in diagnostic and therapeutic activities during the Shang and Zhou dynasties. In addition, there are:
1. Forbidden spells. Before performing some witchcraft, it is necessary to use language, such as cursing dates to cure malaria. The method is exactly the opposite of respecting ghosts and gods. Instead, language is used to imitate witchcraft activities. Curses are prohibited in specific cultural environments. It may have a certain effect on inspiring patients' courage and increasing their confidence.
2. Congratulations. It is expected to be protected by the Emperor of Heaven, ancestors and gods, and has a certain spiritual effect. "Historical Records" records: "When King Chucheng was ill when he was young, the Duke of Zhou took his fleas (claws) and drowned them in the river, in order to wish the gods... to succeed. The king's disease is a disease."
3. I wish you good luck. It is a witchcraft that uses language as the main method and is supplemented by some rituals to eliminate disease and evil spirits. "Suwen·Transforming Essence and Changing Qi" says: "I have heard that those who healed diseases in ancient times can only transfer essence and change Qi. That’s all.” It can be seen that the witchcraft of Zhu You’s treatment has existed since ancient times. Both practitioners and patients want to use Zhu You to explain the cause of the disease and get rid of the disease, which has some element of psychological treatment.
4. Yubu. According to legend, Dayu himself often presided over sacrifices and divination activities. "The Forbidden Sutra" says in the "Forbidden Swelling Method": "On the fifth day, do the Yu Steps, close your breath and hold it firmly. If you are treating a disease, think about using your hands to make hot iron, just think of the people in the past who were as sick as snow, and your hands are treating the disease ( When treating diseases, the patient's head should be swollen. If the patient's head is swollen, it will hurt the patient if it is not treated immediately. A small amount should be left for treatment tomorrow. "There are still three, seven, and nine aspects to the use of Yubu. The difference between the steps and the method to coordinate with breathing are recorded. Yu Bu's method was gradually formed, but it is inseparable from the inheritance of Xia, Shang and the same period.
5. Purification, Nuo dance and peach blossoms. These all belong to behavioral witchcraft. "The Rites of Zhou·Witches" states: "Unplug and bathe at the age of palm." This kind of bathing and cleansing the body is considered to be able to eliminate disasters and diseases in the concept of witchcraft, especially the use of spring peach blossom water for washing. The impurity on women's bodies is called cleansing and washing away dirt, and its purpose is to drive away ghosts and seek fertility.
The style of Nuo dance was very popular in the Zhou Dynasty. Da Nuo is a witchcraft activity performed before the twelfth lunar month to drive away epidemic ghosts.
Taofan is a broom with a peach wood handle made from reed flowers. The ancients believed that it could drive away evil spirits and diseases.
6. Divination to detect diseases. The most effective diagnosis in the oracles is the inference of pregnancy and delivery date. The "Book of Changes" states that "if there is no unreasonable disease, don't use medicine to make it happy." "If you damage the disease and make it happy, there is no blame." These are all summaries of medical practice experience.