Early Mormonism and the Magic Worldview Early Mormonism, founded by Joseph Smith in the early 19th century, was deeply influenced by the prevailing magical worldview of the time. The magic worldview encompassed various beliefs and practices that were common during this period, such as divination, seer stones, and treasure hunting. Joseph Smith himself was known to be involved in treasure seeking activities before he claimed to have received divine revelations. He used a seer stone, similar to the ones used for divination and scrying, to locate buried treasures. This magical worldview, which saw the physical world as infused with supernatural power and hidden treasures waiting to be found, shaped the early development of Mormonism. The Book of Mormon, considered a sacred text by Mormons, bears traces of this magical worldview.
When the person who is providing the services is ready for you, make sure they have the proper license. The law requires that the license is displayed for public viewing. You should see a license displayed on the wall as you enter the Magic Nail or an individual's station. If you cannot find it, then you can inquire to see the license. The type of license should be for a cosmetologist or nail technician. Any other license does not cover those services. If someone refuses to talk about a license or won't produce it, that should throw up a red flag. It's very possible the person or business is not licensed to perform the service.
If you are planning to visit this establishment, we first suggest that you call them, using the salon phone number listed below, to verify if they accept walk-ins or require an appointment so you can schedule a visit, if required. If you have a health history that may trigger a reaction or other problems, be sure to let the Magic Nail Salon nail technician or cosmetologist know.
The Book of Mormon, considered a sacred text by Mormons, bears traces of this magical worldview. The book tells the story of an ancient civilization in the Americas and is said to have been translated by Joseph Smith from golden plates. The plates were allegedly found buried in a hillside and associated with divination practices, such as using a seer stone to interpret ancient writings.
Magic Nail Salon - Beaufort 29906
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When you call them, you can ask if they offer any additional services and ask for their current prices. If you prefer, you can check for "a la carte" pricing. Most manicuring services are offered "a la carte" (i.e., application of nail strengthener or moisturizer may be an additional charge over the price of the basic manicure). When speaking with them, inform the manicurist what you want and ask what it will cost before having the manicure completed.
Before Visiting This Salon
Before you visit Magic Nail, we highly suggest that you verify the business or persons license. You can lookup a cosmetology license online by visiting the South Carolina Board of Cosmetology license verification page. If you find their license, you can then be able to view any disciplinary records, allowing you to make an informed choice about the person or business providing you service.
Be responsible for your Own Health
If you have a health history that may trigger a reaction or other problems, be sure to let the Magic Nail Salon nail technician or cosmetologist know. These professionals are not allowed to ask about your health information. They perform their services based on what they can see and what you tell them. If you are getting a pedicure, try not to shave your legs 24 hours prior to the service. This reduces your chance of infection from a dirty tool or item used during your service. If you have cuts, blisters or other injuries prior to getting services, you may want to reschedule your visit. Even minor injuries can increase your risk of infection.
Reasons to consider using a different salon
Once you arrive, one of the first things you should do is take a look around. Take this opportunity to look at person performing the service you plan to receive and the overall activities in the salon. See if employees are washing their hands. When performing a pedicure, are they washing their clients feet? Are areas where services are provided clean and organized? Here are a few other reasons that may require you to re-consider looking for another nail salon:
- Salons that do not look clean in general
- Services provided to clients with infected fingers, nails, toenails or feet
- Salons using dusty or dirty nail files and other tools
- Restrooms are dirty or unkempt, lack liquid soap and/or clean towels
- Nail files and other tools stored in a dirty drawer or container or mixed with clean tools
- Nail files or other tools placed in dirty or contaminated-looking solution
- Razors used on your feet to remove a callus
- Products used from unlabeled or unmarked containers
- Methyl methacrylate (MMA) used to glue false nails to nail beds
When the person who is providing the services is ready for you, make sure they have the proper license. The law requires that the license is displayed for public viewing. You should see a license displayed on the wall as you enter the Magic Nail or an individual's station. If you cannot find it, then you can inquire to see the license. The type of license should be for a cosmetologist or nail technician. Any other license does not cover those services. If someone refuses to talk about a license or won't produce it, that should throw up a red flag. It's very possible the person or business is not licensed to perform the service.
"Single-use" items mean single use. Items such as paper nail files, orangewood sticks, pumice stones, or foam flip-flops don't survive the cleaning and disinfection process. If you see that these items are used or dirty, ask for a new, clean item. Multi-use tools that are metal and plastic must be cleaned and disinfected with each new client. If there is an appearance of lotion, skin, hair or anything that shows the tool hasn't been cleaned or disinfected, it shouldn't be used.
Ask the cosmetologist or nail technician to clean and disinfect the item before it is used on you. Observe the condition of the manicuring table. The manicuring table is required to be properly sanitized between each client. A sterilizer (a container filled with a disinfectant solution for sterilizing manicuring tools) should be visible on the table. The manicuring tools also must be properly sanitized between each client. Manicuring requires the use of chemicals (such as acetone) and salons must be properly ventilated. If you are conscious of a strong chemical odor, proper ventilation may not be in place.
Pricing and Advertising
The price list for all services must be posted in a conspicuous place in the salon. No salon may use any advertising which is misleading or inaccurate or misrepresent any materials or services, terms, values or policies.
In the end, trust your instincts. If something doesn't look or feel right, trust your instincts and ask questions. If you become uncomfortable or experience unexpected pain, immediately interrupt or stop the service. If you received service, but you were unhappy and want to file a complaint, then you can do so through the state department, South Carolina Board of Cosmetology. In most cases they offer the ability to submit your complaint online or allow you to download the file manually and mail or fax it in.
I love this place! Super clean the few times I've been in there. Very sweet staff. The older man that did my pedicure was so great..when my flip flop came off he got down on his knees and put it on my. Read More
Furthermore, early Mormon rituals and beliefs incorporated elements of folk magic and occult practices. For example, rites of divination, healing, and blessing were common in early Mormonism, reflecting the magical worldview prevalent at the time. These practices were seen as a way to access supernatural powers and connect with divine forces. Despite the influence of the magical worldview, as Mormonism developed and gained more followers, it gradually distanced itself from these practices. As the religion grew, it sought to establish itself as a legitimate and respectable faith, moving away from its magical roots. In conclusion, early Mormonism was deeply influenced by the magical worldview of the time. Joseph Smith's involvement in treasure seeking activities, the translation of the Book of Mormon through divinatory practices, and the incorporation of folk magic and occult practices in early Mormon rituals all reflect this influence. However, as the religion grew and evolved, it gradually moved away from its magical roots, seeking legitimacy and respectability in the eyes of the wider society..
Reviews for "The Magical Cosmology of Early Mormonism"
1. John Doe - 1 star
I found "Early Mormonism and the Magic World View" to be an incredibly biased and one-sided portrayal of the history of Mormonism. The author seemed determined to present a negative narrative of the religion, constantly highlighting the more controversial aspects while ignoring any positive contributions or beliefs. While it is important to critically analyze any religious movement, this book failed to provide a fair and balanced perspective. I would not recommend it to anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of Mormonism.
2. Jane Smith - 2 stars
I was disappointed with "Early Mormonism and the Magic World View" as it did not live up to my expectations. The book focused heavily on Joseph Smith's involvement in folk magic and occult practices, which might have been interesting on its own, but it overshadowed any discussion of the actual beliefs and teachings of early Mormonism. I was hoping for a deeper exploration of the spiritual aspects of the religion, but it felt like the author was more interested in sensationalizing the magic-related elements. This left me feeling like I only got a surface-level understanding of the subject.
3. Robert Johnson - 1 star
I found "Early Mormonism and the Magic World View" to be an overly critical and speculative take on the origins of Mormonism. While it is true that Joseph Smith had connections to practices of folk magic, the author uses this information to cast doubt on the entire religious movement. The book seems more interested in debunking and discrediting rather than presenting a nuanced analysis. I would have appreciated a more balanced approach that acknowledges the complexity of religious history rather than trying to pass judgment based on personal biases.
4. Emily Thompson - 2 stars
As someone who was genuinely interested in learning about the early beginnings of Mormonism, I found "Early Mormonism and the Magic World View" to be a disappointment. The author's focus on exploring the magical elements in Joseph Smith's life overshadowed any discussion on the religious aspects. While it is important to examine the influences and contexts that shape religious movements, I felt that this book offered little more than a catalog of Smith's connections to folk magic. It lacked a comprehensive exploration of the faith and beliefs that grew out of these origins.