Ancient Magic, Theurgy, and Philosophy

This commentary reflects on Radcliffe Edmonds’ remarkable Ancient Magic, Theurgy, and Philosophy, focusing specifically on his study of the interface between theurgy and magic in late antiquity. Edmonds explores the striking similarities of theurgy and magic. After demonstrating a keen understanding...

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Main Author: Shaw, Gregory 1951- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Brill 2022
In: Gnosis
Year: 2022, Volume: 7, Issue: 1, Pages: 92-101
Further subjects:B Porphyry
B Magic
B Ritual
B Theurgy
B Iamblichus
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