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Naked Bible 75: Leviticus 12-15

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The Fear of Destroying Demons and Witches

In ancient times, concern for the welfare of the mother and child was most often expressed as the fear of destructive demonic or anti-life forces. This fear is evident in other ancient Near Eastern texts contemporaneous with the biblical period. They are replete with incantations and spells against demons and witches who were thought to kill newborn children and afflict their mothers.

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