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.

From what time has the devil been a murderer?
Upon what did he rest his hope for forgiveness?
How were the two on the way to Emmaus affected by Christ's conversation with them?
What, therefore, did God do?
What answer was addressed to Daniel?
What is our duty toward the outcast and wandering?
27. What wonderful promises are made to those who thus minister to the wants and distresses of others?

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