quote:Originally posted by moriarty:
Here, in Magick, this isn't a concern. Why? Is it possible that we only hold back from immoral acts (like murder) because of the possibility of retribution or punishment, and not out of any kind of moral judgement? And do you feel safe in your advocacy of the taking of a human life because you know that the world at large wouldn't believe that Magick was responsible?
Keep in mind that I'm not trying to belittle your powers, since I am coming from the position that you can do this. But, do the people posting here feel that with this power comes the wisdom to take the law into their own hands and take a life, or change it against it's will, and get away with it?
I think this is an important issue to ponder. I often find that people operate under a different set of morals when using magic than they would normally. I'm sure it's the retribution thing - the idea that you can sit in your bedroom and fuck someone over and they are defenseless to respond is something that can inflate the ego a great deal.
Personally, I think that reaching for the curse box is the last course of action in any situation. Most things can be solved in "normal" ways, and I've never understood people who seem keen to throw around magical forces just because they can. It's almost as if they are waiting for a reason. You rarely hear of these people using magic for some beneficial cause that no one will ever know that they gave them a magical helping hand. (By the way this isn't directed at Futureboy, just the question that moriarty is posing)
Futureboy, what happened to your girlfriend is dreadful, and it's something she will live with for the rest of her life. I think the suggestion of helping her first is a good one. After all, she's the one you're most interested in helping. I know it's difficult because you want to do something, but try and channel that desire into non-leathal action.
Regarding what to do with her abuser, I think there's been some very good suggestions made in this thread.
What you are discussing is revenge, not justice. Try and aim for justice.
Now, equally I'm aware that I'm not in the situation, so it's easier to suggest restraint. I do have a very protective attitude towards my nearest and dearest and have no compunction about protecting them magically if someone is messing with them from that arena. It's just not always the appropriate response, and it depends on the situation.
Anyway, best of luck; it's an emotional issue and a difficult one to resolve. |
