Podcast episodes – The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (SHWEP)

Gideon Bohak on Late-Antique Jewish Magic

Aug 17, 2022
Explore the evidence for late-antique Jewish magic and its influence on ancient Jewish attitudes towards magic. Delve into topics such as demons, exorcisms, healing spells, and the production of magical bowls and amulets. Discover the connection between magic, medicine, and the legal profession in antiquity. Gain insights into the belief in angels and demons and their impact on speech act theory. Examine the role of magic in court cases and its contrasting attitudes in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.
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