Demons & Infernal Spirits
What Magic Is This?
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Exploring Demons in Mesopotamian Beliefs
The chapter delves into the ancient Mesopotamian beliefs surrounding demons, showcasing a nuanced view of these entities that were not strictly good or evil. It discusses how demons could be both malevolent and protective, exemplified by entities like Galu and Pazuzu, and how they were believed to cause illnesses. The narrative also explores the ritualistic practices of invoking demons into effigies for battle and compares the beliefs of different civilizations regarding malevolent spirits.
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