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100 1 _aOxonian
245 1 0 _aThaumaturgia; Or, Elucidations of the Marvellous
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2003
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2003-11-01
508 _aE-text prepared by Carlo Traverso, Eric Casteleijn, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliotheque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr
520 _a"Thaumaturgia; Or, Elucidations of the Marvellous" by Oxonian is a scholarly work written in the early 19th century. The text explores themes surrounding demonology, magic, and the belief systems that have surrounded the supernatural throughout history. It delves into the various types of magic and the roles of demons in cultural narratives, particularly examining ancient traditions and practices from a historical and philosophical perspective. The opening of the work begins with an exploration of demonology, questioning the nature and character of the devil while critiquing traditional perceptions surrounding evil spirits. It discusses the historical context and interpretations of demons, drawing from Greek, Roman, and Jewish traditions. The author provides an overview of how these beliefs shaped rituals, magic practices, and the evolution of spiritual understanding. This initial portion sets a foundation for the detailed examination of supernatural beliefs, showcasing how ancient customs and perspectives continue to influence modern interpretations of magic and the occult. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aOccultism
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10088
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