Latin for potential, it refers to the concept of a force or entity that guides what occurs in either a singular location or entire world. It also referred to a the cult that viewed the Emperor as having this numen, so he could be seen as having the power of a living god without actually calling him a god.
Today sociologists use the term to describe supposed magickal power within an object such as a talisman or religious fetish.
Readers, please enjoy this guest blog post by Devin Hunter, author of a number of books, including Modern Witch, Crystal Magic for the Modern Witch, and the new Houseplant HortOCCULTure.
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