Before his transformative encounter on the road to Damascus, Paul, then known as Saul of Tarsus, was reputedly a master of the magical arts. His prowess in sorcery was so renowned that he was feared by many. But did his magical practices cease after his conversion to Christianity? New evidence suggests otherwise.

Saul’s expertise in magic was not just limited to tricks or illusions. He was deeply involved in summoning spirits, a practice common among sorcerers of his time. This has raised questions about the nature of his persecution of early Christians. What was he doing that instilled such fear in the hearts of the believers?