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The Greek Magical Papyri in Translation: Including the Demotic Spells

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Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Language
English
Published
1997
  • Magic
  • Greek Magic
  • Manuscripts, Greek (Papyri)
  • Egyptian Magic
  • Incantations
  • Charms
  • Translations

"The Greek Magical Papyri" is a collection of magical spells and formulas, hymns, and rituals from Greco-Roman Egypt, dating from the second century BC to the fifth century AD. This volume contains fresh translations of these and other texts.