I'm not looking for a debate about whether or not such a thing exists.
For now let us assume that it does. There is definitely halacha on the
subject, and I would like to know more about it. Specifically:
*What are the exact limits that the halacha imposes on which
practices?
*How do the miracles performed by the prophets, etc. differ from
other types of thaumaturgy?
*Can the Kabbalah be the halachically acceptable system of magic?
(Or is it, perhaps, centered exclusively upon theurgy and is otherwise
unrelated to thaumaturgy?)
*Does the halacha change when one talks about psi and paranormal
phenomena, as opposed to ritualistic magic?
I am sincerely concerned about violating the mitzvot (commandments), and
would appreciate all who can help me clear away uncertainty.
Daniel Pearson <dpears2@umbc.edu>