Occult Magic in Black Clover Black Clover is a popular manga and anime series that revolves around the world of magic. The story is set in a world where magic is real and widely practiced by individuals with varying levels of ability. One of the prominent aspects of magic in the series is the concept of occult magic. Occult magic in Black Clover refers to a type of magic that deals with forbidden and obscure practices. It is a darker and more mysterious form of magic that explores unconventional techniques and spells. Users of occult magic often delve into forbidden knowledge and tap into the powers of forbidden entities or artifacts.
Thæogamía commemorates the wedding of Íra (Hera, Ἥρα ) and Zefs ( Ζεὺς ), the union of Earth and Water (See Orphic Materialism) celebrated in the month of Kriós (Crius or Aquarius, Κριός ).
New Year, Religious The Equinox on September 21 regardless of which hemisphere you are in marks the beginning of the Orphic year and the beginning of the month of Zygós Libra, Ζυγός ruled by the Goddess Æstía Hestia, Ἑστία. Traditionally, members of these groups perform their own rites and learn through self-study of primary materials about the ancient Greek religion and through personal experience with the gods.
Users of occult magic often delve into forbidden knowledge and tap into the powers of forbidden entities or artifacts. In the world of Black Clover, occult magic is considered dangerous and forbidden due to its unpredictable and potentially harmful effects. It is often associated with dark and sinister intentions and is shunned by most magic knights.
Hellwnic pagan holidays
FESTIVALS OF THE
ANCIENT GREEK RELIGION
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"And the Gods, pitying the toils which our race is born to undergo, have appointed holy festivals, wherein men alternate rest with labour; and have given them the Muses and Apollo, the leader of the Muses, and Dionysus, to be companions in their revels, that they may improve their education by taking part in the festivals of the Gods, and with their help." ( Νόμοι Πλάτωνος Book II 653 c-d, trans. Benjamin Jowett, 1892.)
The word festival in ancient Greek is æortí (eortê, ἑορτή ; plural is ἑορταί ). The word is inclusive of any kind of festivity, but we are using it in its religious sense. There is another word which also means festival, which is iæreia (iereia, ἱερεία ), which can also mean an animal sacrifice , as was performed in antiquity, but is inappropriate in modern times. In Ællinismόs (Hellenismos, Ἑλληνισμός ), the ancient Greek religion, the æortí is a special kind of holiday in which we celebrate something connected with a deity, such as their birthday. Sometimes the festivals celebrate a special time in the year, such as the solstices and equinoxes. The festivals always incorporate ritual, but they also involve a joyous celebration which may include a great meal and, hopefully, the participation of friends who love the Gods. There are numerous festivals throughout the year, such that in ancient times, it is believed that in Athens, as one example, most people only worked two-thirds of the year, the other third dedicated to the worship of the Gods.
The Hellenic religious day begins at sun-down. Therefore, it is appropriate to celebrate a holiday any time after sundown, the night before the date of the festival, until dusk the following day.
Adóhnia - Celebrated in spring, around the time of the Christian holiday of Easter (which actually "conceals" the ancient festival) is the Adóhnia (Adonia, Ἀδώνια ), a festival of Ádohnis (Adonis, Ἄδωνις ), Aphrodíti (Aphrodite, Ἀφροδίτη ), and Pærsæphóni (Persephone, Περσεφόνη ).
Ælaphivólia - a festival of Ártæmis (Artemis, Ἄρτεμις ).
Æpivatírion of Ártæmis – This is the birthday of Ártæmis (Artemis, Ἄρτεμις ) and it is celebrated on May 20, the day before Tharyília.
Amphidrómia - ( Ἀμφιδρόμια . Etym. ἀμφί "both sides" + δρόμος "walkway. Also called Δρομιάφιον .) The Amphidrómia is the naming festival when a child is first presented to friends and family. It can also be performed when an adult is given a Hellenic name in Ællinismόs (Hellenismos, Ἑλληνισμός ) and accepted into the religion and the community.
Anthæstíria is a sacred three-day festival of Diόnysos (Dionysus, Διόνυσος ) held, roughly, mid-February.
Arotreia – See Iærǽs Ároti .
Dikhominía - On the Dikhominía (Dichomenia, Διχομηνία ), the Full Moon, the Gates of Divinity are open, which means that the divine realm is particularly accessible on these days and in itself is reason enough for ritual. In addition, if a festival occurs near the Dikhominía, it is appropriate to move the ritual to this day.
Elaphebolia - See Ælaphivólia .
Iærǽs Ároti - (The Sacred Ploughings or Hieres Arotoi, Ἱερές Ἄροτοι ) The Sacred Ploughings are three mystic festivals of Athiná (Athêna, Ἀθηνᾶ ) celebrated in autumn, spring, and summer concerning both literal tillage but more significantly the cultivation of the soul.
Iliostasía - (Heliostasio, Ἡλιοστασία ) Solstice . The two solstices, December 21 and June 21, are sacred days. On these days the Gates of Divinity are open, meaning that the divine realm is more accessible on such days.
Iliouyænna - (Heliogenna, Ηλιούγεννα ) At the commencement of the month of Capricorn, just after December 21, we celebrate the birth of the Sun and the dawn of the solar year. In the Southern Hemisphere, this holiday is celebrated just after June 21.
Isimæría (Isêmeria, Ἰσημερία , singular) the Equinox . Ismæríai ( Ἰσημερίαι ) is plural: the Equinoxes . The Equinox of September 21 and the Equinox of March 21 are sacred days. On these days the Gates of Divinity are open, meaning that the divine realm is more accessible on such days. See New Year, Religious .
Kárneia - (Carneia, Κάρνεια ) a great festival of Apóllohn (Apollo, Ἀπόλλων ). This holiday is often associated with ancient Sparta and her colonies:
Khalkeia - This is the Hellenic Labor Day and a great festival of Íphaistos (Hephaestus, Ἥφαιστος ) and Athiná (Athêna, Ἀθηνᾶ ).
Krónia - (Cronia, Κρόνια ) The Krónia is a festival in honor of Krónos (Cronus, Κρόνος ) and Rǽa (Rhea, Ῥέα ) held, roughly, mid-July. Traditionally, offerings are made to Krónos, as the father or Zefs ( Ζεύς ), offerings of cookies in the shape of oxen, made of wheat flour and milk, symbolizing Earth and Water. The cookies are glazed with honey, and libations are made of honey, representing the Aithír (Ether or Aether, Αἰθήρ ) of immortality.
Moon, Full - See Pansǽlinos .
Moon, New - See Nouminía .
New Year, Religious – The Equinox on September 21 (regardless of which hemisphere you are in) marks the beginning of the Orphic year and the beginning of the month of Zygós (Libra, Ζυγός ) ruled by the Goddess Æstía (Hestia, Ἑστία ).
Nouminía - (Noumenia, Νουμηνία ) The Nouminía is the New Moon festival, celebrated on the day of the initial appearance of the Minískos (Mêniscus, Μηνίσκος ), the lunar crescent. It is the first day of the lunar month and, according to Ploutarkhos (Plutarch, Πλούταρχος ), the holiest ( Ἠθικά Πλουτάρχο υ 828a). In an interesting story told by Porphýrios (Porphyry, Πορφύριος ), the philosopher describes the practice of a certain Klǽarkhos, (Cléärchus, Κλέαρχος ), a most pious man who celebrated Nouminía in the following manner:
". he diligently sacrificed to them (ed. the Gods) at the proper times in every month at the new moon, crowning and adorning the statues of Hermes and Hecate, and the other sacred images which were left to us by our ancestors and that he also honoured the Gods with frankincense, and sacred wafers and cakes." ( On Abstinence From Animal Food Πορφυρίου , Book 2.16, trans.Thomas Taylor, 1823.)
If possible, we do ritual on the Nouminía, and in the body of the ritual we recite the ninth Orphic hymn, To Sælíni (Selene, Σελήνη ), the Moon. And we honor her with offerings of cakes and aromatic incense. It is also appropriate to honor Næomínios (Neomênius or Noumênius, Νεομήνιος ) Apóllohn and all the Thæí (the Gods, Θεοί ) and Íroæs (Heroes, Ἥρωες ) with like gifts and frankincense.
Ploughings, The Three Sacred - See Iærǽs Ároti .
Poseidæa - a festival of Poseidóhn (Poseidon, Ποσειδῶν )
Pyanǽpsia is a festival, a thanks-offering to Apóllohn, whereby we make the Eiræsióhni (Eiresionê, Εἰρεσιώνη ) to hang above our door and protect our family and home.
Skirophória - (Scirophoria, Σκιροφόρια ) The Skirophória is the summer festival of the three Iærǽs Ároti, the Sacred Plowing holidays. See Iærǽs Ároti .
Thæogamía commemorates the wedding of Íra (Hera, Ἥρα ) and Zefs ( Ζεὺς ), the union of Earth and Water (See Orphic Materialism) celebrated in the month of Kriós (Crius or Aquarius, Κριός ).
Thæophánia - The celebration of the return of Apóllôn in spring from the land of the Hyperboreans.
Tharyília - The birthday of Apóllôn (Apollo, Ἀπόλλων ) is celebrated the day after that of his twin sister Ártæmis (Artemis, Ἄρτεμις ). Both holidays are discussed in the article online.
Twelve Days of Diónysos - In the middle of winter we have a series of holidays just after the Æliougenna, beginning on the eve of Dec. 25, the Epiphany of Ælefthæréfs Diónysos ( Διόνυσος Ἐλευθερεύς ), Diónysos the Liberator.
The story of the birth of the Gods: Orphic Theogony .
We know the various qualities and characteristics of the Gods based on metaphorical stories: Mythology .
Dictionary of terms related to ancient Greek mythology: Glossary of Hellenic Mythology .
Introduction to the Thæí (the Gods): The Nature of the Gods .
How do we know there are Gods? Experiencing Gods .
Khalkeia, ancient Hellenistic, Gregorian calendar, October 7:
The use of occult magic is strictly regulated, and those caught practicing it can face severe consequences. One of the key characters in the series who is associated with occult magic is Julius Novachrono, the wizard king. He is known for his vast knowledge of magic and has the ability to manipulate time. While he is not shown using occult magic directly, his understanding of various magic types, including occult, allows him to analyze and counter the spells of his adversaries. It is worth mentioning that occult magic is not limited to the antagonists in Black Clover. Some of the protagonists also tap into its power, but they do so with the intention of protecting their loved ones and the Clover Kingdom. This demonstrates that while occult magic may be inherently dark, it can be used for good in the right hands. The concept of occult magic adds depth and intrigue to the world of Black Clover. It presents a moral dilemma and explores the consequences of delving into forbidden and dangerous practices. It serves as a reminder of the potential dangers and temptations associated with power, even within the realm of magic. In conclusion, occult magic in Black Clover is a darker and forbidden form of magic that explores unconventional practices and techniques. It is associated with dangerous and unpredictable effects, and its use is strictly regulated. However, it also presents an interesting moral dilemma and allows for the exploration of the consequences of tapping into forbidden knowledge and power..
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