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Papal MagicSimon

Papal Magic

2007203 pages
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It is acknowledged Church doctrine that sorcery is the specific domain of the Devil. Yet occult tales are liberally sprinkled throughout the Old and New Testaments, from the spirit-invoking Witch of Endor to the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. Throughout its 2,000 year history, the Church has spawned numerous mystical religious orders, like the Knights Templar, that may have been engaged in supernatural pursuits, while no fewer than three popes were believed to be involved in occult practices.Christian scriptures tell us that the occult is real, while Catholic priests are…

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2 editions
  • Paperback · English · 2007
    Harper · 182 pages · 9780061240836
  • Ebook · English · 2007
    HarperCollins · 9780061379659
NonfictionReligion & SpiritualityDoctrinesOccultismMagicChristianityGrimoire of Pope Honorius IIICatholic Church