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Plant of Fertility and Magic: Are mandrakes in the Bible?

Plant of Fertility and Magic: Are mandrakes in the Bible?

Dr. Zachary Porcu
by Dr. Zachary PorcuCatholic University of America
The mandrake is mentioned in two places in the Bible: in an episode between Rachel and Leah concerning fertility, and in the Song of Solomon. The Song of Solomon, also known as the Song of Songs or the Canticle of Canticles, is...
Is Sachiel a real angel?

Is Sachiel a real angel?

Dr. Zachary Porcu
by Dr. Zachary PorcuCatholic University of America
During the Medieval period there was a minority interest in producing grimoires, which were magical texts with instructions on how to do things like interact with various spiritual beings, performs spells, and create magical ob...

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