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What is Magic?
        MAG'IC
         was the art of influencing future events and changing their course by dark and secret means. The magician was believed to stand in connection with demons, and even with the gods themselves, and to be able to compel them to act according to his will. Of the religion of the Egyptians, Chaldeans, Persians, etc., magic formed an essential element, and of the Egyptian magicians, in their conflict with Moses and Aaron, Exodus gives a vivid account. Exodus 7:11-12, Josh 11:22; Neh 8:7. Of the religion of the Jews magic did not only not form a part, but the law forbade the consulting of magicians, under penalty of death. Lev 19:31; Num 20:6. Nevertheless, from their neighbors magic crept in among the Israelites too, and there were those among the people who believed in it and resorted to it. The most remarkable instance is that of Saul and the sorceress of Endor. 1 Sam 28:3-20. Also in the N.T. we find it mentioned. Acts 8:9-10; Acts 13:6-12; Acts 19:13-19.


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Schaff, Philip, Dr. "Biblical Definition for 'magic' in Schaffs Bible Dictionary".
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