Semitic Magic

Its Origins and Development

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, New Age, Magic Studies
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Author: R. Campbell Thompson ISBN: 9781609253813
Publisher: Red Wheel Weiser Publication: February 1, 2000
Imprint: Weiser Books Language: English
Author: R. Campbell Thompson
ISBN: 9781609253813
Publisher: Red Wheel Weiser
Publication: February 1, 2000
Imprint: Weiser Books
Language: English

A study of magical practices including direct translations of spells, rituals, and incantations in ancient Western Asia, the birthplace of Western civilization. Using knowledge preserved in cuneiform incantation tablets from Assyria, aided by Rabbinic tradition, Syriac writings, and Arabic tales, Thompson tracks early magical practices through 3000 years to its vestigial traces in contemporary society. Smythe-sewn. Index. Appendix. Collectors: these special editions go quickly!

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A study of magical practices including direct translations of spells, rituals, and incantations in ancient Western Asia, the birthplace of Western civilization. Using knowledge preserved in cuneiform incantation tablets from Assyria, aided by Rabbinic tradition, Syriac writings, and Arabic tales, Thompson tracks early magical practices through 3000 years to its vestigial traces in contemporary society. Smythe-sewn. Index. Appendix. Collectors: these special editions go quickly!

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