Magic is often contrasted with religion...

Magic is often contrasted with religion, and it is physical rather than spiritual in nature. Magic does not depend on supernatural assistance as religion does. Magic is believed to compel a desired result, where as in religion a higher power is asked for help. Medieval magic involved belief in a spiritual agency, like Devil or Jinns. Magic incantations often contain references to ancestors. In ancient Babylon, religion sacrifices was believed to be compelling in…