We draw a magic circle. It is a sacred space where we connect with the spiritual realm. The circle is a symbol of unity and wholeness, representing the infinite cycles of life and death. As we draw the circle, we invoke the elements - earth, air, fire, and water - to join us in our ritual. Each element has its own energy and qualities, which we can utilize for our magical work. The earth element brings stability and grounding.
Karin : A god steps down from the mountain. He walks through the dark forest. There are wild beasts everywhere in the silent darkness. lt must be real. l'm not dreaming. l'm telling the truth. Now l'm in one world, now in the other. l can't stop it.
Danny - In the beginning of the episode he knows that it s not right what he s allowing Isaac to do and he knows that he ll repeat past mistakes so instead he snitches on Isaac allowing him his freedom. Although I don t believe the film is suggesting that any sort of magic is being practised, the circle of protection is used as a metaphor for the mental walls created by Karin in her slow retreat from reality.
The earth element brings stability and grounding. It helps us connect with the physical world and manifest our desires. We place a stone or some soil at the northern point of the circle to represent earth.
Harriet Andersson: Karin, daughter
David : We draw a magic circle and shut out everything that doesn't agree with our secret games. Each time life breaks the circle, the games turn grey and ridiculous. Then we draw a new circle and build a new defense. Karin : Poor little daddy. David : Yes, poor little daddy, forced to live in reality.
Karin : It's so horrible to see your own confusion and understand it.Fredrik : I'm an artist. Karin : Artist? Fredrik : Yes, Princess, a thoroughbred artist: a poet with no poems, a painter with no pictures, a musician with no music. I despise ready. made art, the banal result of vulgar effort. My life is my work and dedicated to my love for you.
Karin : Funny, you always say and do the very right thing. and it's always wrong.Fredrik : Hey! Be careful now. Keep away from me. Stop hugging and kissing me. Stop sunbathing half naked. You disgust me. You know very well what I mean. Women are horrible. How they smell and move around, how they stick out their stomachs, how they comb their hair and talk. Makes me feel like a skinned rabbit! Karin : Poor boy. Fredrik : Thanks. I can give myself all the pity I want.
Karin : l must choose between him and the others. l've made up my mind. l've sacrificed Martin. Fredrik : ls all this for real? Karin : l don't know. l'm caught in the middle, and sometimes l'm uncertain. l know l've been ill and that my illness was like a dream. But these are no dreams. They must be real. They must be real. Fredrik : They're not real for me, not in the least. Karin. They're not real for me.
Martin : Do you think l speak the truth? Karin : l don't know. Martin : Don't you think l love you? Karin : Yes, l do. Martin : lsn't that enough? Karin : Of course it's enough.
Karin : A god steps down from the mountain. He walks through the dark forest. There are wild beasts everywhere in the silent darkness. lt must be real. l'm not dreaming. l'm telling the truth. Now l'm in one world, now in the other. l can't stop it.
Karin : l enter a large room. lt's bright and peaceful. People are moving back and forth. Some of them talk to me and l understand them. lt's so nice, and l feel safe. ln some of their faces there's a shining light. Everyone is waiting for him to come, but no one is anxious. They say that l can be there when it happens. Fredrik : Why are you crying? Karin : lt's nothing. Nothing to worry about. But, sometimes l have this intense yearning. l long for that moment. when the door will open, and all the faces will turn to him. Fredrik : Who is coming? Karin : No one has said for certain. But l think it's God who will reveal himself to us. That it will be him coming into the room through that door.
Karin : l can't live in two worlds. l have to choose. l can't keep going back and forth between one and the other. lt can't go on. David : What? Karin : The hatred. David : What hatred?
Karin : l was frightened. The door opened. But the god that came out was a spider. He came towards me, and l saw his face. lt was a terrible, stony face. He crawled up and tried to force himself into me but l defended myself. The whole time l saw his eyes. They were cold and calm. When he couldn't penetrate me, he continued up my chest, up onto my face and on up the wall. l have seen God.
Fredrik : [during the play] l face the moment of ultimate perfection. l tremble with anticipation. Oblivion shall own me and death alone shall love me. l will go. Nothing can stop me. Karin : l am waiting. Fredrik : Ye devils, what am l about to do? Sacrifice my life? For what? For eternity? For the perfect work of art? For love? Have l gone mad? Karin : l am waiting. Fredrik : Who shall see my sacrifice? Death. Who shall gauge the depth of my love? A ghost. And who shall thank me? Eternity. Karin : l am waiting.
We draw a magic circle around ourselves to shut out everything that doesn’t fit our secret games. Each time life breaks through the circle, the games become puny and ridiculous, so we draw a new circle and build new defences.
The air element symbolizes thought and intellect. It brings clarity and inspiration, helping us communicate with the spirit realm. We use incense or a feather to represent air at the eastern point of the circle. The fire element represents passion and transformation. It gives us the courage to pursue our goals and burn away any obstacles in our path. We light a candle or place something red at the southern point of the circle to represent fire. The water element embodies emotions and intuition. It helps us connect with our inner selves and navigate the depths of our subconscious. We use a bowl of water or a seashell to represent water at the western point of the circle. Once the circle is drawn, we enter into a heightened state of awareness. We become attuned to the energies of the elements and open ourselves up to receive guidance and wisdom from the spiritual realms. Inside the circle, we perform our rituals, casting spells, or meditating. The circle acts as a protective barrier, keeping out any negative energies or unwanted influences. It also amplifies our intentions and helps manifest our desires. When our work is complete, we thank and release the elements, closing the circle. We visualize the energy dispersing back into the universe, knowing that we have connected with something greater than ourselves. Drawing a magic circle is a powerful practice that allows us to connect with the unseen forces and tap into our own creative potential. It is a reminder that we are part of a larger web of existence and that we have the power to shape our own reality..
Reviews for "The Healing Power of the Magic Circle"
1. John - 2 stars
I found "We Draw a Magic Circle" to be quite disappointing. While the concept of using technology to draw a virtual magic circle seemed intriguing, the execution fell flat. The controls were clunky and unresponsive, making it difficult to create anything remotely resembling a circle. Additionally, the graphics were underwhelming, lacking the vibrant colors and immersive design that I was expecting. Overall, this game failed to captivate my interest and left me feeling unimpressed.
2. Sarah - 1 star
I regretted downloading "We Draw a Magic Circle" after just a few minutes of gameplay. The game was incredibly repetitive, with no additional challenges or levels to keep me engaged. The lack of variety made it feel more like a basic drawing app rather than an actual game. Furthermore, the advertisements were intrusive and popped up at such frequent intervals that it disrupted the flow of gameplay. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this lackluster game.
3. Michael - 2 stars
"We Draw a Magic Circle" was a letdown in terms of its features and gameplay. The game advertised an immersive and interactive experience, but it failed to deliver. The limited options for drawing within the magic circle quickly became monotonous, and I soon lost interest. Additionally, the game lacked any sort of tutorial or guidance, leaving me confused about what to do and how to progress. Overall, I found this game to be lacking in content and innovation, making it a forgettable experience.