A
grimoire ( ) is a textbook of
magic, typically including instructions on how to create magical objects like
talismans and
amulets; how to perform magical
spells; charms and
divination; and how to
summon or
invoke supernatural entities such as
angels,
spirits, and
demons. In many cases, the books themselves are believed to be imbued with magical powers, though in many cultures, other sacred texts that are not grimoires (such as the
Bible) have been believed to have supernatural properties intrinsically. In this manner while all
books on magic could be thought of as grimoires, not all
magical books should.