unit 1: what was the role of magic within society? Flashcards
1
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sageguards in early modern society
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> many people looking for safeguards against a world with catastrophes and unknown dangers
catholic churches offered magical assistance to people in their everyday lives
prayers exorcisms, holy water and charms ward off evil
ringing of consecrated church bells prevent storms, priests curses protected crops from the ravages of insect and weeds
god and the devil worked through nature in creating signs, wonders and potents
st margaret helped those suffering labour pains
st job were thought to assist those suffering from the pox
2
Q
prophecy and astrology
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3
Q
alchemy
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4
Q
mental world of the educated elite
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5
Q
common views of magic
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