The Adversary: His Person Power and Purpose a Study in Satanology

By William a Matson

Book Overview

""The Adversary: His Person Power and Purpose a Study in Satanology"" is a book written by William A. Matson that delves into the topic of Satanology. The book provides a comprehensive study of Satan, exploring his personality, power, and purpose. Matson discusses the origins of Satan, his role in the Bible, and his influence on human behavior. The author also examines the many different interpretations of Satan throughout history and how these interpretations have shaped our understanding of the devil. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of Satanology, and it provides a unique perspective on this complex and fascinating topic. Overall, ""The Adversary"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a detailed exploration of one of the most enduring and enigmatic figures in human history.1891. Contents: The Fall of the Angels; The Fall of Man; Satan's Agency in the Afflictions of Job; Angeli Malorum and Satan's False Prophets and Lying Spirits; Devils and Devil-Worship Mentioned in the Scriptures; Diviners, Necromancers, etc.; The Temptation in the Wilderness and the Demoniacal Possessions of the New Testament; The Evil Overruled; Spiritual Influences, Good and Evil; History-Earliest Accounts; Post- Reformation Period; Modern Diabolism; Diabolism and Lunacy; Necromancy, Modern Spiritualism and Supranatural Forces; and Occult Arts, Magic, Sorcery, etc.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: 141794479X
• ISBN13: 9781417944798
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"