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Magic and the Supernatural in Fourth Century Syria by Silke Trzcionka is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.
What is Magic and the Supernatural in Fourth Century Syria about?
Magic and the Supernatural in Fourth Century Syria provides a general survey of magical practices in late antique Syria and Palestine, blending classical, Christian and Jewish traditions. It offers original research into an area that attracts much interest at present, examining both archaeological and literary sources, including: curse-tablets, amulets, historical texts, saints' lives, sermons and speeches. The book surveys a wide range of supernatural beliefs and magical practices, discussed with an aim for understanding their place within their social context.
Who reads Magic and the Supernatural in Fourth Century Syria?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Silke Trzcionka
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Published
- 2006
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781134163816
- Category
- nonfiction
- Subjects
- Religion, History, Philosophy
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