Ancient christian magic: coptic texts of ritual power
Auteur :
Meyer, Marvin W. / Smith, Richard
Éditeur :
Princeton University Press
ISBN :
9780691004587
Date de publication :
4 avr. 1999
Dimensions :
23,5 x 15,2 cm
Poids :
595 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
A collection of magical texts from ancient Egypt. It shows the exotic rituals, esoteric healing practices, and incantatory and supernatural dimensions that flowered in early Christianity. It explores the place of healing, prayer, miracles, and magic in the early Christian experience.