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goetia

goetia

1 9.9
The first part of an old magic book that lists demons and how to call them
  • noun
  • /ɡoʊˈiːʃə/
  • Literature
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  • He referenced the goetia while researching medieval beliefs about demonology.

Examples

  • The goetia outlines various rituals for summoning spirits.

  • Many practitioners study the goetia for its detailed instructions.

  • The goetia is famous for its detailed descriptions of seventy-two demons.

  • Many occultists study the goetia to learn about historical magical practices.

  • The goetia outlines various rituals for summoning and controlling demons.

  • In her studies, she often referred to the goetia to understand the nature of summoning in occult traditions.

  • Scholars often debate the authenticity of the goetia and its historical significance in magic.

How Occult

grimoire
  • Literature
8 9.9
goetia
  • Literature
1 9.9
goetia
1 9.9
magic spell
11 5.2
folk tale
6 2.7

Surface Forms

goetia singular
goetias plural

Etymology

Goetia comes from Greek goeteia meaning 'sorcery', and the first section of the medieval magic book The Lesser Key of Solomon was called the Goetia because it lists demons and how to summon them. So the goetia is the name of that part of the grimoire.