--- product_id: 8602315 title: "Ancient Jewish Magic: A History" price: "AED 236" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/8602315-ancient-jewish-magic-a-history store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Ancient Jewish Magic: A History **Price:** AED 236 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ancient Jewish Magic: A History - **How much does it cost?** AED 236 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/8602315-ancient-jewish-magic-a-history) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Gideon Bohak gives a pioneering account of the broad history of ancient Jewish magic, from the Second Temple to the rabbinic period. It is based both on ancient magicians' own compositions and products in Aramaic, Hebrew and Greek, and on the descriptions and prescriptions of non-magicians, to reconstruct a historical picture that is as balanced and nuanced as possible. The main focus is on the cultural make-up of ancient Jewish magic, and special attention is paid to the processes of cross-cultural contacts and borrowings between Jews and non-Jews, as well as to inner-Jewish creativity. Other major issues explored include the place of magic within Jewish society, contemporary Jewish attitudes to magic, and the identity of its practitioners. Throughout, the book seeks to explain the methodological underpinnings of all sound research in this demanding field, and to highlight areas where further research is likely to prove fruitful. Review: The academic study of Jewish magic emerges from the shadows - Bohak's work represents the first scholarly work of its kind since the publication of 'Jewish Magic and Superstition' by Joshua Trachtenberg, in the 1930s. That alone would recommend it. But this comprehensive volume brings the story of ancient Jewish magic into the fold of twenty-first century scholarship. The text spans the Second Temple period, as well as Late Antiquity and rabbinic literature, an impressive scope. Simply put, this is now the key go-to text for any scholar of Jewish magic. Highly recommended. Review: The Jewish Natural,the Jewish beyond. - At last we are presented with a good,sensible guide of the Jewish Natural world and the Jewish Beyond.In its earliest days Jewish tradition felt and believed all of life is expressed in dual terms.The natural and the non rationalThe now and the yet to be.We owe Gideon Bohakdeep feelings of gratitude for this wonderful collection.Harry Sky ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #953,766 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #134 in Judaism (Books) #2,414 in Witchcraft Religion & Spirituality #3,047 in Magic Studies (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 29 Reviews | ## Images ![Ancient Jewish Magic: A History - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716ItTU1WmL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The academic study of Jewish magic emerges from the shadows *by B***) on July 28, 2015* Bohak's work represents the first scholarly work of its kind since the publication of 'Jewish Magic and Superstition' by Joshua Trachtenberg, in the 1930s. That alone would recommend it. But this comprehensive volume brings the story of ancient Jewish magic into the fold of twenty-first century scholarship. The text spans the Second Temple period, as well as Late Antiquity and rabbinic literature, an impressive scope. Simply put, this is now the key go-to text for any scholar of Jewish magic. Highly recommended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Jewish Natural,the Jewish beyond. *by H***Y on July 20, 2013* At last we are presented with a good,sensible guide of the Jewish Natural world and the Jewish Beyond.In its earliest days Jewish tradition felt and believed all of life is expressed in dual terms.The natural and the non rationalThe now and the yet to be.We owe Gideon Bohakdeep feelings of gratitude for this wonderful collection.Harry Sky ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good book! *by C***Y on December 23, 2018* Initially rated it lower, but now that I’ve had much more time to go over it with a fine toothed comb its an excellent book and I think it sheds much light on how magic wasn’t necessarily viewed by the biblical Israelites as we view it today. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ancient Jewish Magic: A History - Jewish Magic Before the Rise of Kabbalah (Raphael Patai Series in Jewish Folklore and Anthropology) - Jewish Magic and Superstition: A Study in Folk Religion --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/8602315-ancient-jewish-magic-a-history](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/8602315-ancient-jewish-magic-a-history) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-07-24*