First-century Jewish views on demon possession were deeply rooted in cultural and religious practices. Historical records, such as those from the historian Josephus, describe detailed accounts of ...

Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou ... and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.

“We should not pray against them. Rather, we should pray that God will make them repent. When people are envious of you and speak evil against you don’t be bothered. You have to be great to be ...