A Treatise of Witchcraft by Alexander Roberts
"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.)
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| Author | Roberts, Alexander, -1620 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Treatise of Witchcraft |
| Credits | Louise Hope, Feorag Nicbhride and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Witchcraft -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17209 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 17, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 657 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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