This is an excellent question! Truth be told, I spelled magic with a “k” for years before consciously deciding to change it.

Placing a “k” at the end of “magic” is attributed to esoteric occultist Aleister Crowley who added the “k” as a way of differentiating his practice of ceremonial magic from the sleight-of-hand magic used for entertainment.

There’s no denying Aleister Crowley’s legacy. He essentially molded modern esoteric occultism into what it is today.

His work also heavily influenced Gerald Gardner, the founder of Gardnerian Wicca, which is one of the foundational traditions in neopagan Wicca. As a matter of example, influential Wiccan author, Doreen Valiente, is a Gardnerian High Priestess.

Crowley’s influence on witchcraft and magic is so great it can be found throughout the entire Pagan community. An excellent example of this is the belief that magic with a “k” is the proper spelling.

However, there is evidence that Aleister Crowley wasn’t a very good person. It’s documented that he was controlling, he’s been accused of misogyny and racism, and some very questionable things took place at his Abbey of Thelema.

I will never tell anyone how to spell the word magic, for we each get to make these choices for ourselves. Nor will I judge anyone for choosing to spell it with a “k.”

As for me and my practice, I have chosen not to adopt Crowley’s spelling. I’m fundamentally opposed to such things as misogyny, racism, and pedophilia. I felt that by continuing to use his spelling, I was allowing a trace of that energy to enter my writing and spellwork.

As for differentiating between witchcraft and stage magic, well, this is The Cottage Cauldron. Witchery is discussed here along with spells and potions and phases of the moon. I think it’s safe to say readers can assume what I mean when I talk about magic. ✨

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