1. Journal of Ancient History 2 (281)
  2. Magic in the Late Roman Imperial Legislation

Magic in the Late Roman Imperial Legislation

Marey Alexandr V.

The author analyses the evolution of the idea of magic reflected in the decrees of Christian Roman Emperors included in the Theodosian Code. He describes the place of the chapter De maleficis in the structure of Book IX of the Theodosian Code and analyses its constitutions. Special attention is paid to the possible sources of the norms described and to the connection between the evolution of Christianity and the tightening of anti-magic legislation.

Keywords: Theodosian Code, magic, prophecy, astrology, necromancy, Book of Daniel, Book of Deuteronomy
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