Insight into the Transmission of Ancient Magical Signs: Three Textual Artefacts from Pergamon

A recent analysis of three stone artefacts from Pergamon reveals a previously unrecognized repetitive sequence of ancient magical signs, offering new insights into late antique ritual practices. The study challenges existing interpretations by re-evaluating the inscriptions' structure and transmission process, enriching our understanding of how magical texts were inscribed on ritual objects. By examining the sequences in detail, researchers propose an alternative reconstruction of the inscription process, shedding light on both the practical application and theoretical significance of these signs within their historical context.

Dzwizen, K. (2015). Insight into the Transmission of Ancient Magical Signs: Three Textual Artefacts from Pergamon. MHNH. Revista Internacional de Investigación Sobre Magia Y Astrología Antiguas, (15), 31–56. https://doi.org/10.24310/mhnh.vi15.15641