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Ancient & Folk Magic

The Greek Magical Papyri in Translation

by Hans Dieter Betz · Hans Dieter Betz (ed.)

Edited by Hans Dieter Betz, this volume presents English translations of the Greek magical papyri from Greco-Roman Egypt, along with Demotic spells, prepared by a team of specialists. The texts include spells, hymns, rituals and recipes for divination, healing, love, protection and divine encounter, blending Greek, Egyptian and Jewish elements. It is an essential primary source for the study of ancient magic and religion.

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