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N. Mureddu (2013) ‘‘Ad omnia quae uelit incredibilis’: An Overview of Ancient Magic from the Roman Context to its Late Antique Perspective and Models’

Ancient Studies Articles by Sarah Bond and Kristina Killgrove

Dec 29, 2013Arts

Hematite magic scarab gem with a "uroborus" serpent. Protective gem. (1st century CE, Roman Egypt) Today we delve into the world of magic! Nicola Mureddu discusses first Roman and then early Christian perceptions of magi...

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