Tales of Conscience Concerning Evil Spirits

Tales of Conscience Concerning Evil Spirits is a book written by Increase Mather, a prominent Puritan minister and scholar in colonial America. The book is a collection of stories and accounts of encounters with evil spirits, including demons and witches, that were believed to be a real and present danger in the Puritan worldview. Mather draws on his extensive knowledge of theology and scripture to provide a detailed analysis of the nature and workings of these malevolent spirits, and offers guidance on how to recognize and resist their temptations. The book is divided into several sections, each exploring a different aspect of the supernatural realm. The first section focuses on the origins of evil and the fall of Satan, while subsequent sections delve into topics such as possession, exorcism, and the witch trials that plagued colonial New England.Throughout the book, Mather emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong moral and spiritual foundation in order to avoid falling prey to the influence of evil spirits. He also provides numerous examples of individuals who succumbed to temptation and suffered dire consequences as a result.Tales of Conscience Concerning Evil Spirits is a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and fears of early Puritan society, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion and spirituality in America.1693. This work presents tales of conscience regarding evil spirits impersonating men, witchcrafts and infallible proofs of guilt in such as are accused with that crime. It is all considered according to the scriptures, history, experience and the judgment of many learned men. Written in Old English text.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.