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04 - Magic in the Ancient World with Dr. Andrew Henry

Hearth of Hellenism

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The Difference Between Magic and Religion

The idea that you can coerce a spirit them on a God to do your bidding is something to be avoided for us. I've seen attempts to distinguish between religion and magic by saying magic is more selfish it's done by someone who feels like they have power themselves within them versus religion which is more supplicatory oh God if it is your will please do this for me. It's assuming the power is outside of you and I think that's bullshit.

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