The Salem and other black magic hunts were a dark period in history when paranoia and fear led to the persecution and execution of numerous innocent people accused of practicing witchcraft. These hunts took place mainly in Europe and North America during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The most well-known witch hunt took place in Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. Fueled by religious fervor and social anxiety, the town became gripped by hysteria as young girls started exhibiting strange behavior and accusing others of practicing witchcraft. This led to the arrest and trial of many individuals, resulting in the execution of 20 people, most of them women. The Salem witch trials have since become a symbol of mass hysteria and misguided justice.
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Peterson has translated many esoteric and religious source works including The Clavis or Key to the Magic of Solomon, Arbatel , and John Dee s Five Books of Mystery. When it first appeared in 1575, it attracted the attention of people with a surprisingly broad range of agendas, including some of the finest minds of the time.
The Salem witch trials have since become a symbol of mass hysteria and misguided justice. The hunt for witches was not limited to Salem. Similar cases occurred in Europe, particularly during the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
Arbatel: Concerning the Magic of the Ancients
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Title: Arbatel: Concerning the Magic of the Ancients
Publisher: Ibis Press
Publication Date: 2009
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
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Synopsis:In many ways, Arbatel is unique among texts on magic. Unlike the vast majority of writings, it is clear, concise, and elegantly written. The practical instructions are straightforward and undemanding. When it first appeared in 1575, it attracted the attention of people with a surprisingly broad range of agendas, including some of the finest minds of the time. Often quoted and reprinted, both praised and condemned, its impact on western esoteric philosophy has been called "overwhelming." Arbatel's magic is full of wonder and free from the sinister elements usually associated with texts on the subject. But it is about more than magic; filled with gnomic wisdom, it urges us to help our neighbors, be positive and grateful, and use time wisely. Above all, it teaches us to pay attention, looking for the wondrous and miraculous. In fact, to the author this virtually defines the magus. Included are illustrations, bibliography, index, and original Latin text.
From the Inside Flap:Arbatel, which first appeared in 1575, is often quoted and reprinted, both praised and condemned, its impact on western esoteric philosophy has been called "overwhelming." It's magic is full of wonder and free from the sinister elements usually associated with texts on the subject. But it is about more than magic; filled with gnomic wisdom, it urges us to help our neighbors, be positive and grateful, and use time wisely. Above all, it teaches us to pay attention, looking for the wondrous and miraculous.
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Countries such as England, Scotland, Germany, and France also experienced witch hunts, with thousands of people being accused and executed. In some cases, these hunts were driven by political or economic motives as well. The main idea behind these hunts was the belief in the existence of witchcraft and the fear of its potential harm. Witchcraft was seen as a pact with the devil, and those accused were believed to have supernatural powers that could cause harm to individuals and communities. The fear of witchcraft was deeply ingrained in the religious and cultural beliefs of the time, with the Church playing a significant role in promoting and fueling these beliefs. The hunt for witches came to an end as skepticism and rational thinking gained ground. Enlightenment ideas and scientific advancements led to a shift in perspective, causing people to question the validity of witchcraft accusations. Eventually, the witch hunts were recognized as a dark chapter in history marked by hysteria, injustice, and the persecution of innocent individuals. In conclusion, the Salem and other black magic hunts were a product of fear, superstition, and paranoia. These hunts resulted in the persecution and execution of numerous innocent people accused of practicing witchcraft. The fear of witchcraft and the belief in its potential harm fueled mass hysteria, leading to a misguided quest for justice. Thankfully, over time, skepticism and rational thinking prevailed, causing society to recognize the injustice of these hunts..
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