Did this doctrine exist in ancient times?

Answer

"Regard not them that have familiar spirits, neither seek after wizards, to be defiled by them: I am the Lord
your God." Lev. 19: 31.
NOTE - "The phenomenal aspect of modern Spiritualism reproduces all essential principles of the
magic, witchcraft, and sorcery of the past. The same powers are involved, the same intelligences are
operating.' - F. F. Morse, in "Practical Occultism," page 85.

Into what condition has sin brought the entire creation?
What did the people once again promise to do?
What requirement was made by these teachers from Judea concerning the ceremonial law?
What was Christ's reply?
Of what is the Sabbath commandment a part?
How does God regard sorcerers?
What has He promised to be to those in trouble?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle