A Treatise of Witchcraft by Alexander Roberts

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Author Roberts, Alexander, -1620
Title A Treatise of Witchcraft
Credits Louise Hope, Feorag Nicbhride and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "A Treatise of Witchcraft" by Alexander Roberts is a historical account written in the early 17th century. The work addresses the realities and dangers of witchcraft, providing a detailed discourse on witchcraft practices and a specific case involving a witch named Mary Smith, who was executed for her deeds. The treatise is posted as a warning to Christians about the moral and spiritual dangers of engaging with witchcraft and sorcery. The opening of the text begins by establishing the context of a world threatened by hidden evil, particularly focusing on witchcraft as a manifestation of the devil's work. Alexander Roberts emphasizes the urgent need for Christians to recognize and understand this wicked art through a true account of Mary Smith, who verbally contracted with the devil and caused harm to others. The discussion extends to a broader theological reflection on the existence of witches, the influence of Satan, and the moral implications of these dark practices, setting a foreboding tone that recognizes the dangers to both societal and individual integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
Subject Witchcraft -- Early works to 1800
Category Text
EBook-No. 17209
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 17, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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