According to Tolkien in "On Fairy-Stories," the primary goal of magic is to create a sense of enchantment or "recovery." This means that it aims to awaken a sense of wonder and joy, allowing individuals to escape from the mundane and experience a new reality or deeper truth. Tolkien emphasizes that the purpose of magic is not to exercise power over others or to promote evil deeds, but rather to bring comfort, consolation, and a sense of hope to the human spirit.
