Priests And Popes Accused Of Magic

By Éliphas Lévi

Book Overview

Priests and Popes Accused of Magic is a book written by Eliphas Levi, a French occultist and writer who lived in the 19th century. The book is a collection of historical accounts and legends that discuss the alleged involvement of various Catholic priests and popes in the practice of magic and sorcery.Levi examines the stories of several popes and priests who were accused of using magic to gain power or influence, including Pope Sylvester II, Pope John XXII, and Pope Benedict IX. He also explores the legends surrounding the Knights Templar and their supposed use of occult practices.The book delves into the history of magic and its connection to the Catholic Church, as well as the Church's attempts to suppress and eradicate the practice of magic. Levi also discusses the role of the Inquisition in investigating and punishing those accused of witchcraft and sorcery.Priests and Popes Accused of Magic is a fascinating exploration of the intersection of religion and the occult, and provides a unique perspective on the history of the Catholic Church and its relationship with magic and sorcery.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: History of Magic: Including a Clear, and Precise Exposition of its Procedure, Rites and Mysteries, by Eliphas Levi. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594041.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425305288
• ISBN13: 9781425305284
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"