What is Necromancy?
Necromancy is a form of magic or sorcery that involves communicating with the dead, often with the intent to predict the future, discover hidden knowledge, or achieve other supernatural goals.
Historically, necromancy was practiced in various cultures and often involved elaborate rituals and incantations.
In many traditions, necromancy was considered a dark or forbidden art, associated with evil forces and condemned by religious authorities.
In modern times, necromancy is often depicted in literature, films, and games as a form of dark magic used by sorcerers or witches.
Overall, necromancy has a complex and varied history, spanning ancient practices to contemporary fictional portrayals.
Necromancy, historically viewed with suspicion and often forbidden by religious and legal authorities, has led to punishment for those accused of practicing it.
Over the last 200 years, there have been notable instances where accusations of necromancy or similar practices led to legal consequences or social ostracism.
Event: Gardner, a key figure in the modern Wiccan movement, faced scrutiny for his practices, which included rituals some associated with necromancy.
In contemporary times, direct accusations of necromancy are rare, but related practices can still lead to legal issues, especially in countries with strict laws against witchcraft or occult practices.
These events illustrate the evolving legal and social challenges faced by those accused of necromancy or related practices.
While outright punishment for necromancy has become less common, the fear and suspicion surrounding such practices persist in various forms around the world.
King Josiah of Judah
Elimination of Necromancy and Divination
Josiah put an end to practices of necromancy, soothsaying, and the use of teraphim (household gods), idols, and other abominations (2 Kings 23:24).