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Ancient Christian Magic

Coptic Texts of Ritual Power

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The collection features magical texts from ancient Egypt that reveal the unique rituals and healing practices intertwined with early Christianity. It includes a variety of spells, curses, and incantations, many authored by Coptic Christians between the 1st and 12th centuries. The authors provide historical context and significance, examining how these practices reflect the early Christian experience and the role of magic and miracles within the faith, ultimately broadening the understanding of Christianity and Gnosticism as a folk religion.

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Ancient Christian Magic, Marvin W. Meyer, Richard Smith

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1999
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Titre
Ancient Christian Magic
Sous-titre
Coptic Texts of Ritual Power
Langue
Anglais
Publié
1999
Format
souple
Pages
428
ISBN10
0691004587
ISBN13
9780691004587
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The collection features magical texts from ancient Egypt that reveal the unique rituals and healing practices intertwined with early Christianity. It includes a variety of spells, curses, and incantations, many authored by Coptic Christians between the 1st and 12th centuries. The authors provide historical context and significance, examining how these practices reflect the early Christian experience and the role of magic and miracles within the faith, ultimately broadening the understanding of Christianity and Gnosticism as a folk religion.