“warlocks” would be the term that defines male witches.
“Warlock” is a term of derision and loathing , and was originally used by the pagan people to describe one who had betrayed his people and the ways of Nature. Actually, the term “warlock” comes from the Middle English “warloghe”, and from ancient English “wrloga”. The real meaning of these terms is: “the one that breaks faith” or “betrayer”.
It is known that the main occupation of witches is to cast spells. The term ‘spell’ is derived from the ancient german term “spiel”, which means “to pray”, or “prayer”. Essentially, Christians, Moslims, Buddhists, Hinduists do pray for a certain outcome; and so witches cast spells for a certain outcome too. Indeed, the notion is that they are supposed to use the power of the forces of the universe to get what they want.
There are instruments used by witches that are supposed to help them cast spells by evoking the right atmosphere and frame of mind. These tools are like the accessories and costumes actors use to help get them get into character.
While witches are supposed to be evil by a lot of people, the fact is, whether or not anyone is good or evil is up to the particular individual. Magic is neither black nor white, but merely is and how it is used depends on the user.
Finally, witches like any other follower of a religion are free to do what they want for as long as it harms none.
“For as you send, so shall it return to ye thrice-fold.”
Happy spell casting on Halloween!
D. Halet is an European history, Holidays and Tarot Cards passionate; she writes articles and creates websites dedicated to these subjects.
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