Dr. Alan J. Avery-Peck Articles By Dr. Alan J. Avery-Peck
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Astrology in Medieval Judaism
In the Middle Ages, Ibn Ezra, Maimonides, and others debated the legitimacy of astrology.
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Magic in Rabbinic Judaism
The rabbis of the Talmud believed that magic was real and legitimate, when performed by sages who used the power of Torah.
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Magic Bowls
Ancient artifacts reveal Jewish attitudes toward incantations, demons, and the supernatural.
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Astrology in Rabbinic Literature
The rabbis of the Talmud may have disapproved of astrology, but they did believe in a direct correlation between what occurs on earth and in heaven.
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Astrology in the Ancient Synagogue
The use of the zodiac in synagogues from the rabbinic period indicates its symbolic importance in ancient Judaism.
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Magic vs. Miracle
The Hebrew Bible condemns certain forms of divination and magic, while celebrating others as behaviors suitable for Israelite heroes.
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Alan J. Avery-Peck is the Kraft-Hiatt Professor in Judaic Studies and Chair at Holy Cross University and a prolific author. Dr. Avery-Peck's primary research interest is Judaism in the first six centuries C.E., with particular attention to the literature of Rabbinic Judaism.
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