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incantation, set formula, spoken or sung, for the purpose of working magic magic, in religion and superstition, the practice of manipulating and controlling the course of nature by preternatural means. Magic is based upon the belief that the universe is populated by unseen forces or spirits that permeate all things. ..... Click the link for more information. . An incantation is normally an invocation to beneficent supernatural spirits for aid, protection, or inspiration. It may also serve as a charm or spell to ward off the effects of evil spirits. In black magic an incantation may be the means of summoning or materializing the powers of darkness.
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Over their heads in the branches Of their new-bought, ancient trees, I weave an incantation, And draw them to my knees. Another thought that a scarlet mole should be buried alive in the public park and a suitable incantation chanted over the remains. As he finished the incantation the Thing shuddered throughout its huge bulk, the Gump gave the screeching cry that is familiar to those animals, and then the four wings began flopping furiously. |
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