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Testament of Solomon
Dating
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Reign of Solomon (970-931 BCE)
Signifcance
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Details spiritual warfare
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Shows Solomon's wisdom
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Demonstrates divine authority
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Contains angelology/demonology
Discovery
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Earliest manuscripts from 15th century CE
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Multiple Greek versions exist
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Arabic and Latin translations found
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Fragments in other languages
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Referenced in early magical texts
Transmission
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Through Greek manuscripts
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Via Byzantine tradition
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Influenced magical texts
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Preserved in monastic collections
Language / Translation
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Original language: Greek
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Strong Semitic influences
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Hebrew/Aramaic elements present
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Multiple recensions exist
Genre
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Wisdom literature
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Magical grimoire
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Demonological treatise
Content
The text presents Solomon's encounters with and mastery over various spiritual beings through divine wisdom and power. It describes how Solomon, empowered by YHWH through a ring, commands demons to assist in building the Temple while learning their natures, abilities, and the means to thwart them. Each demon reveals its name, activities, and the angel that can counter it.
Commentary
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