Magician

Basic Information

Derived from the name of the Magi - a mystic-priest caste from ancient Persia¹ - a Magician is one who studies and practices magic. Similar derivations include mage and magus.

Although its roots are in theurgy, the term is mostly considered synonymous with wizard.

The Magi (sometimes unhelpfully referred to as Chaldeans) were famous throughout the ancient world for their knowledge of astrology, alchemy and similar forms of mysticism … and, just as frequently, for trickery and deceit as well.

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Footnotes

1. In some cases, "Magi" refers more generally to Zoroastrians