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History of goetia

Goetia is a term that refers to a very old practice related to magic and spirituality. People have been interested in magic for a very long time, even when there was no internet or TV.

Goetia comes from an old book called "The Lesser Key of Solomon," which was written hundreds of years ago. This book talks about how to summon and communicate with spirits from a different realm. It is like calling them on the phone, but instead of speaking into a phone, you use special words and symbols to connect with these spirits.

In the past, people believed that these spirits had special knowledge and could help them with things like telling the future, healing diseases, or even finding lost objects. But, like with everything, there are pros and cons. Some people thought that these spirits could also be mischievous or even dangerous if not treated with caution.

Goetia was a way for people to try and harness the power of these spirits. The book described rituals, or special ceremonies, that people could perform to summon and control these spirits. It included instructions on what words to say, what symbols to draw, and even what materials to use.

However, it is important to remember that goetia is just a belief system. Some people still believe in it today, while others think it is just a fun story. And just like with any belief or practice, it is good to be open-minded, but also remember to use caution and critical thinking.