The Nexus of Magic and Religion : Magical Thinking and Sacrifices

From prehistory to modern times, belief systems have shown overlaps between religious dogma and magical rituals.

This book explores the areas of magical thinking as a philosophy, supplication as magic, sacrifice of animals and humans, plus the religious practices that blend magic with religion in their beliefs.

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