{"product_id":"magic-and-the-supernatural-in-fourth-century-syria-9780415392419","title":"Magic and the Supernatural in Fourth Century Syria","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Silke Trzcionka\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Routledge\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Routledge\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Indigenous, Folk \u0026amp; Tribal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMagic and the Supernatural in Fourth Century Syria\u003c\/em\u003e presents an in-depth investigation of a variety of 'magical' practices with a focused study in the late antique Syria and Palestine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffering new research using both archaeological and literary sources, and blending Classical, Jewish, and Christian traditions from both regions, Silke Trzcionka examines a myriad of magical activities such as: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003ecurses, spells and amulets \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eaccusations related to chariot races, love and livelihood\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003emethods involved in protection, healing, possession and exorcism. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe information is provided with clarity and theoretical sophistication which enables students to develop an understanding of these beliefs and their place within the social context of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAltogether, a useful, enlightening and enjoyable book which students studying religion and\/or social history will find invaluable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Routledge","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46891487428759,"sku":"9780415392419","price":20387.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9780415392419.webp?v=1770274260","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/magic-and-the-supernatural-in-fourth-century-syria-9780415392419","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}