Magic in the Middle Ages: Explore Medieval Mysticism
Dive into the captivating world of medieval magic, from popular beliefs to learned practices like alchemy and astrology.
Dive into the captivating world of medieval magic, from popular beliefs to learned practices like alchemy and astrology.
Embark on a fascinating journey through the Middle Ages with this comprehensive course on magical thought and practices. Designed for beginners, this course offers a unique perspective on medieval culture, beliefs, and scientific approaches. You'll explore popular magic alongside learned practices such as alchemy, geomancy, and necromancy. The course also delves into the influence of Eastern practices on Western culture and includes a special module on astrology. By challenging common stereotypes, you'll gain a nuanced understanding of medieval society and its relationship with magic. Through historical analysis and examination of primary sources, you'll develop skills in interpreting medieval documents related to witchcraft and magic. This course provides a balanced view of spiritual practices in medieval Europe, distinguishing between accepted practices and those associated with diabolical forces. By the end of the course, you'll have a deep appreciation for the complex interplay between magic, religion, and science in shaping medieval worldviews.
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What you'll learn
Overcome common prejudices about the Middle Ages
Analyze historical documentation from the medieval period
Recognize patterns in juridical documents related to witchcraft
Distinguish between popular magic and learned magical practices
Understand the relationship between spiritual practices and medieval European society
Explore the connection between magic and heresy in medieval thought
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of magical thought and practices in the Middle Ages, challenging common stereotypes and providing a nuanced understanding of medieval society. Students will examine various forms of magic, from popular beliefs to learned practices such as alchemy, geomancy, and necromancy. The curriculum covers the evolution of magical concepts, the relationship between magic and heresy, the development of witchcraft, magic in Islamic culture, and the role of astrology and geomancy. Through historical analysis and examination of primary sources, students will gain insights into the complex interplay between magic, religion, and science in shaping medieval worldviews. The course also addresses the influence of Eastern practices on Western culture, providing a broader perspective on magical traditions across different societies.
Introduction to Medieval Magic
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Magic & Heresy
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
From Magic to Witchcraft
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Magic in Islam
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Astrology & Geomancy
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
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PhD Candidate Exploring Medieval Judaeo-Arabic Literature and Divination
Blanca Villuendas, a PhD candidate at the Spanish National Research Council and the Complutense University of Madrid, focuses her research on Medieval Judaeo-Arabic literature, particularly in the field of Divination. She examines and edits manuscripts from two synagogues in Cairo, with a keen interest in understanding how works and ideas were transmitted across cultures. Her work challenges traditional notions of cultural identity, using the lens of Divination to offer fresh and intriguing perspectives.
PhD Student Investigating Heretical Groups and Inquisitors in the Late Middle Ages
Delfi I. Nieto-Isabel, a PhD student at the Department of Medieval History, Palaeography & Diplomatics at the University of Barcelona, focuses her research on spirituality networks in the Late Middle Ages, particularly among heretical groups in southern Europe. Her work explores both the dynamics within these groups and their interactions with the inquisitors who persecuted them. Delfi incorporates Digital Humanities methods into her research to deepen understanding of these historical networks.
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