Acquire Quote by David Liss
“In the past, people generally believed they could acquire magic in two ways: through learning the craft, either from another practitioner or from books; or through obtaining magic from a powerful being-think Faust or the classic, demonized witch, both of whom get their mojo from Satan.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Devil's Game by David Liss, 2015
People think magic can be learned from mentors or texts, or granted by powerful, often demonic, entities.
In simple terms: Magic is seen as either taught skill or supernatural gift.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the source of power you seek.
Themes
belief
power
tradition
Mood
curious
analytical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- learning a craft
- seeking mentorship
- exploring folklore
- examining supernatural claims
Key Concepts
occultism
knowledge acquisition
Questions to Reflect On
- What does "magic" represent in your life?
- How do you differentiate learned skill from innate talent?
A Different Perspective
The view ignores secular explanations of skill development.
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