The Magical Power of Purification

A Livestream Class with Georgi Mishev

Sat at 9:00 am in The Spellbound Solarium

In Ancient magic, purification is viewed as a key source of magical power. This talk will delve into the concept of purity and the various methods to achieve this state through both ritual practices and lifestyle changes. We will focus on ritual purification, exploring primary sources such as the Greek magical papyri, Demotic magical papyri, and Coptic magical texts. Additionally, we'll examine similar practices from the folk magical traditions of Southeastern Europe, highlighting the continuity and variation in purification methods across cultures.