theurgist

the·ur·gy  (thûr-j)

n. pl. the·ur·gies

1. Divine or supernatural intervention in human affairs.

2. The performance of miracles with supernatural assistance.

3. Magic performed with the aid of beneficent spirits, as formerly practiced by the Neo-Platonists.

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[Late Latin thergia, from Greek theourgi, sacramental rite, mystery : theo-, theo- + -ourgi, -urgy.]

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the·urgic, the·urgi·cal adj.

the·urgi·cal·ly adv.

theur·gist n.

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theurgist

a magician who persuades or compels a supernatural being to do or refrain from doing something. — theurgy, n. — theurgic, theurgical, adj.

See also: Magic