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In almost every culture, Magic has historically been used for three things- getting some money, getting some sex and getting someone cursed. The ways in which curses have been preformed as well as the reasons for doing so in the western magical tradition are beyond varied and fascinating. From spitting phlegm at…
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“I am aware you are primarily interested in western traditions, but First Nations (in Australia) use curses, although these have been largely misunderstood due to colonialism. I am not an expert but a good start would be the Arrente People,…”
“thanks for this fantastic work! 🙌🏽”
“The person who seeks revenge digs two graves.”
“Given that the Romani origins are India there could be a non-dualist/pathesistic element to their beliefs. This would explain perfectly cursing the entire community including oneself. Albeit that the concept of the self and cursing really d…”
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