๐ฟ History
โช Religion & Spirituality
๐ฉโ๐ฉโ๐งโ Society & Culture
"Religion and the Decline of Magic" is a book written by historian Keith Thomas that explores the relationship between religion and magic in early modern England. The book argues that as Christianity became more organized and institutionalized, belief in magic and supernatural practices began to decline. Thomas examines various sources including court records, diaries, and religious texts to demonstrate how beliefs in magic and superstition were gradually replaced by more orthodox religious beliefs. The book also discusses the social, political, and cultural factors that influenced this shift in belief systems. Overall, "Religion and the Decline of Magic" offers a comprehensive analysis of the changing religious landscape in England during this period.
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