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Greater and lesser magic (referred to also as high and low magic or collectively Satanic magic) is a system of magic within LaVeyan Satanism. Outlined in ''The Satanic Bible'', it is described as "the change in situations or events in accordance with one's will, which would, using normally accepted methods, be unchangeable". This definition incorporates two broadly distinguished kinds of Magic: ''Lesser'' (manipulative and situational) and ''Greater'' (ritual and ceremonial).〔(【引用サイトリンク】title=On the Role of Ritual in the Life of a Satanist )〕 LaVey wrote extensively on his theories of magic in The Satanic Rituals and The Satanic Witch. ==Theory of Satanic Magic== Contrary to popular belief, magic and ritual within Satanism does not involve animal or human sacrifice or the act of summoning demons. Because Satanism is an atheistic and materialistic religion, phenomena that would be considered paranormal or supernatural are not applicable within Satanic magic; it is instead asserted that any unexplainable phenomena which might occur as a result should be thought of as "supernormal".〔(【引用サイトリンク】title=F.A.Q. Demonic Possession, Strange Dreams, Diabolical Destiny - churchofsatan.com )〕 Anton LaVey did not describe magic moralistically by discerning "White" (good) or "Black" (evil) varieties. Such neutrality correlates with LaVey's philosophical view of an impersonal, and therefore amoral, universe. Much of LaVey's ideas on magic and ritual are outlined in The Satanic Bible. In the ''The Book of Belial'' magic is defined as "The change in situations or events in accordance with one's will, which would, using normally accepted methods, be unchangeable." LaVey explains that some of the rituals are simply applied psychology or science, but that some contain parts with no scientific basis. The Satanic Rituals, published by LaVey in 1972, outlines the rituals more precisely. LaVey explains that, in order to control a person, one must first attract his or her attention. He gives three qualities that can be employed for this purpose: sex appeal, sentiment (cuteness or innocence), and wonder. He also advocates the use of odor. In the ''Book of Belial'', he discusses three types of rituals: those for sex, compassion, and destruction. Sex rituals work to entice another person; compassion rituals work to improve health, intelligence, success, and so on; destruction rituals work to destroy another person. LaVey advocates finding others with whom to practice Satanic rituals in order to reaffirm one's faith and avoid antisocial behavior. He particularly advocates group participation for destruction rituals, as compassion and sex rituals are more private in nature. LaVey goes on to list the key components to successful ritual: desire, timing, imagery, direction, and "The Balance Factor" (awareness of one's own limitations). Details for the various Satanic rituals are explained in ''The Book of Belial'', and lists of necessary objects (such as clothing, altars, and the symbol of Baphomet) are given. Some Satanists may practice the casting of hexes or curses within and outside of a formal ritual, though the validity of such a practice is subject to the individual doing it, while some dismiss spellcraft completely. Within this system of magic, the terms warlock and witch are most commonly used by, and to refer to, male and female practitioners, respectively. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Greater and lesser magic」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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