Sympathetic Magic

Sympathetic Magic is a book written by R. Campbell Thompson. The book explores the concept of magic and its use in ancient cultures. The author delves into the practices of sympathetic magic, which is the belief that an object or action can influence another object or action through a mystical connection. Thompson examines the use of sympathetic magic in various cultures, including ancient Babylon, Egypt, and Greece. He also explores the role of magic in religion and how it has been used to explain natural phenomena. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and practice of sympathetic magic, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of ancient cultures and beliefs.THIS 40 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Semitic Magic: Its Origins and Development, by R. Campbell Thompson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766145700.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.