Jewish Mysticism and Magic: An Anthropological PerspectiveRoutledge, 7 aug. 2007 - 256 sidor Providing a unique anthropological perspective on Jewish mysticism and magic, this book is a study of Jewish rites and rituals and how the analysis of early literature provides the roots for understanding religious practices. It includes analysis on the importance of sacrifice, amulets, and names, and their underlying cultural constructs and the persistence of their symbolic significance. |
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Jewish Mysticism and Magic: An Anthropological Perspective Maureen Bloom Begränsad förhandsgranskning - 2007 |
Jewish Mysticism and Magic: An Anthropological Perspective Maureen Bloom Ingen förhandsgranskning - 2007 |
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