~ * Magic in Black and White * ~ for Antje and Bez by luciferino
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The differences between black magic and white magic are debated. Several theories compare and contrast the two branches; these theories include the All as One theory, the No Connection theory, and the Separate but Equal theory.
* All as One: All forms of magic are evil, or black, magic. This view generally associates black magic with Satanism. The religions that maintain this opinion include most branches of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and Hinduism. Some people on the left-hand path would agree that all magic, whether called "white" or "black," is the same. These people would not contend that all magic is evil so much as that morality is in the eyes of the beholder -- that any magic can have both good and bad consequences depending on who judges those consequences. In this school of thought, there is no separation between benevolent and malevolent magic because there is no universal morality against which magic can be measured.
* Dark Doctrine: Black magic refers to the powers of darkness, usually seen from a Left-Hand Path point of view. This may or may not contrast with White magic, depending on the sorcerer's acceptance of dualism.
* Formal Differences: The forms and components of black magic are different, due to the different aims or interests of those casting harmful spells, than those of white. Harmful spellcasting tends to include symbolism which seems hazardous or harmful to human beings, such as sharp, pointed, prickly, caustic, and hot elements combined with very personal objects from the spell's target (their hair, blood, mementos, etc.). This distinction is primarily observable in folk magic, but pertains to other types of magic also.
* No Connection: Black and white magic are both forms of magic, but are completely different from the base up and are accomplished differently, even if they achieve similar effects. This stance is the one most often presented in fiction, including the Harry Potter series. In such books, the two classes of magic-users are portrayed as being both ideologically and diametrically opposed.
* Separate but Equal: Black and white magic are exactly the same thing, differentiated only by their end goals and intent. According to this theory, the same spell could be either white or black; its nature is determined by the end result of the spell.
* Magic as a Tool: In this ideology, which is becoming increasingly popular, magic is simply a force or aspect of the universe; a tool. It is neither good or bad, and the responsibility for it's consequences are entirely on the user. Just as a hammer is neither good nor evil, but it can be used to inflict harm or build a home, depending on the inclination and intention of the person who uses it.
Comments (36)
originalkitten
Absolutely gorgeous hun!
Teufelseinhorn
This is really magical!
swtmelode
Awesome!!!! :)
cricri99
papachile
This is fantastic. I love the hairbows too!
LuLeLuna
Fantastic Artwork =0)
Turtle
I like this, I love how your woman look to be actualy moving.
Biffowitz
Sweet render, and I love the "tude" of this character. Great work for sure!!
oiram
beautiful orietta...top
NocturnalRamble
love those backgrounds. Very gothic piece.
Artzy
Excellent Done Indeed!
TheAnimaGemini
Gorgeous work. Excellent!!!Love the mood. Fantastic . And great info. Thank you for sharing.
MariaAJMD
outstanding scene. Love the outfit and character! hugs maria
angelbearzs
wow she is very goreoues and awesome secne!!!:)
Krid
great gothic lady and excellent postwork
LokiInPigiama
Wonderful !!!! Really a sweet version of Isabel !!!! A gothic doll LOL BRAVAAAA
xeniaghost
Excellent idea and i love the gothic B & W! i just hope no Plushie Rufus is harmed in any way during these spells! Lol.
RodolfoCiminelli
Absolutamente fantastica e molto creativa realizzazione....!!!
Magick_Lady
this outstanding and i agree with your last paragraph that magic is nor good or evil , it depends on the person performing magic his/hers intensions . This wonderful piece of art deserves a 5+++ , love your scene and the outfit by the way :))) Hugs ... Wendy
B_PEACOCK
BEautiful image Ori. Awesome work for 2 awesome ladies. But hey your pretty awesome to :)
missgrin
Love it!!!
Aral3D
Gorgeous pic Ori!!!!Wonderful stuff and scene!
mlevans
Ciun'immagine stupefacente. Gradisco l'espressione sulla faccia della donna in particolare. Mi date la gioia inoltre con la presentazione della storia accompagnante. lavoro eccellente, Ori.
Lenora2
Separate but Equal... that's what I believe they are ^^ like many oriental religions and beliefs... Dark and LIght are the same, you just have to change your view to understand the other... ^_~ great image ^^ sorry for bad english ^^'
SandyJO
Awesome image!!!
DINGOH
Fantastic Image
Bernado
Magical composition and lighting. Cute face and great expression. Nice skin tone. Excellent scene.
Surama
Great great great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
awadissk
Excellent work!!!!!!!!!!
webdancer
Exquisite scene! Excellent! Love all the info too!