
The Great Theurgy Debate: Porphyry’s Letter to Anebo, Iamblichus’ Response, and the Question(s) of Ritual
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Porphyry's Questions on Religious Practices
In this chapter, they delve into Porphyry's open letter to an Egyptian priest called Anebo, where he raises numerous questions about religious practices and their contradictions. The hosts discuss Porphyry's views on ritual practices, his opposition to animal sacrifice, and his questioning of the use of ritual bindings.
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