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Christian Practices and Ancient Magic
Exploring the blurred boundaries between Christian practices and magic, this chapter delves into rituals like anaphora, liturgical prayers, anointing for the sick, and exorcism. It discusses the challenges in studying early Christian magic, mentions Gnostic texts and their magical content, and explores the presence of Christian elements in ancient Jewish magical practices.