Demoniality or Incubi and Succubi

By Ludovico Maria Sinistrari

This volume contains an 1875 English translation of Father Sinistrari of Ameno's rare book on demonology "Demoniality, or Incubi and Succubi". It was published from the original Latin manuscript discovered in London in 1873, and aims to prove the existence of sentient demons called succubi and incubi - maleficent entities that feed on their prey through sexual intercourse. A fascinating book on esoteric demonology, "Demoniality" is highly recommended for those with an interest in the topic, and it is not to be missed by collectors of rare books pertaining to demons and theology. Ludovico Maria Sinistrari (1622 - 1701) was an Italian author and Franciscan priest. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

• Language: English
• Publisher: White Press
• Release date: Oct 6, 2017
• ISBN: 9781473342866

Ludovico Maria Sinistrari

Ludovico Maria Sinistrari was born in Ameno, Italy on February 26th, 1622 and died in 1701 at the age of 79. A Roman Catholic priest, theologian and prominent exorcist of his time, Rev. Father Sinistrari wrote a number of influential books on demonology and served as an advisor to the Supreme Sacred Congregation of the Roman and Universal Inquisition. After studying in Pavia, he entered the Franciscan Order in 1647 and eventually taught philosophy and theology. He achieved notoriety with his books, which delved into the intricate details of copulation with demonic forces and every type of sexual sin. As an exorcist, he postulated that demons were corporeal and were able to reproduce with human beings. He also claimed that demons had souls that could be saved. As an exorcist, he was often exposed to demonic possession and related first hand accounts of exorcisms. A trained academic and herbalist, he often experimented with formulas of herbs in conjunction with elements and bodily humors, to counter demonic activity. Rev. Father Sinistrari was notable for his attempts to use deductive reasoning, scripture, mythology and his knowledge of the natural world, in order to cure the demonic phenomena plaguing his community.

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