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.

In thus reconciling the world unto Himself, what attitude did God take toward men?
With what words did the chief priests and others mock Jesus while on the cross?
How was Moses taught during the days of his early childhood?
Who is the real power operating through the beast and his image, and demanding worship?
What other sign, or wonder, appeared in heaven?
What is charity called?
Without this faith, will God answer prayer?

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