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==Modern definition== | ==Modern definition== | ||
In a modern context, the line between white magic and black magic is somewhat clearer and most modern definitions focus on intent rather than practice. There is also an extent to which many modern [[Wicca]] and [[witchcraft]] practitioners have sought to distance themselves from those intent on practising black magic. Those who seek to do harm or evil are less likely to be accepted into mainstream Wiccan circles or covens in an era where benevolent magic is increasingly associated with | In a modern context, the line between white magic and black magic is somewhat clearer and most modern definitions focus on intent rather than practice. There is also an extent to which many modern [[Wicca]] and [[witchcraft]] practitioners have sought to distance themselves from those intent on practising black magic. Those who seek to do harm or evil are less likely to be accepted into mainstream Wiccan circles or covens in an era where benevolent magic is increasingly associated with [[New Age]] beliefs and practices, and self-help [[spiritualism]]. | ||
==Black magic as Satanism== | ==Black magic as Satanism== | ||
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==African diaspora religions== | ==African diaspora religions== | ||
[[File:Quimbanda Ritual.jpg|400px|thumb|[[Quimbanda]] ritual in Brazil]] | |||
Throughout the western world, especially in countries where a large majority of the population practices [[Christianity]], practitioners of less-known religions are often demonized as practicing black magic. This is especially true among the various [[African diaspora religion]]s. | Throughout the western world, especially in countries where a large majority of the population practices [[Christianity]], practitioners of less-known religions are often demonized as practicing black magic. This is especially true among the various [[African diaspora religion]]s. | ||