Episodes

  • The History of the Devil Conclusion

    The History of the Devil Conclusion
    Sep 15 2026
    In which the Devil’s mortal dominion and ultimate downfall are considered with due seriousness, affirming the certainty of his eternal punishment despite the immortality of his nature. It is observed that while the precise nature of his torment remains beyond human understanding, scripture and reason concur that such punishment is both just and inevitable, marking the conclusion of his reign and the triumph of divine justice.
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    9 mins
  • The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 11 B

    The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 11 B
    Sep 14 2026
    In which the Devil’s influence is portrayed not as an overpowering force imposed upon mankind, but rather as a subtle power admitted by human negligence and willing participation, with the soul depicted as a fortress capable of resisting such invasions through vigilance and virtue. The narrative further explores the diverse modes by which the Devil employs both willing and unwitting human agents in his designs, illustrating the complex interplay between passion, vice, and diabolical agency within the human soul and broader society.
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    32 mins
  • The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 11 A

    The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 11 A
    Sep 13 2026
    In which the author explores the curious history and nature of divination, sorcery, and various pretended dealings with the Devil, illustrating how human folly and ignorance have often attributed every marvel and mystery to infernal agencies. He observes that modern times have rendered many old enchantments obsolete, as the Devil now works more directly through men's own wickedness, requiring fewer human intermediaries in his cunning designs.
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    16 mins
  • The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 10

    The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 10
    Sep 12 2026
    In which the various subtle and clandestine methods by which the Devil communicates with mankind are explored, including his reliance on emissaries and the profound influence he exerts chiefly through dreams, apparitions, and invisible presence, rather than open force. The narrative also reflects upon the frequent misrepresentations and false claims involving dealings with the Devil, urging a just discernment between true infernal agency and the deceits of men who sham such affiliations.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 9

    The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 9
    Sep 11 2026
    In which the Devil, having long employed a diverse company of witches, magicians, astrologers, and other such practitioners as his tools, finds it more convenient in later times to work through the wits and fools of society, whilst never wholly dismissing his ancient instruments of deception. An account is given of the origins and transformations of these infernal agents, their dreadful powers and practices, and the curious customs by which their existence and influence have been both feared and contended with among mankind.
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    23 mins
  • The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 8

    The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 8
    Sep 10 2026
    In which the curious and oft-deceptive dealings between men and the Devil are examined, revealing the knavish bargains, false promises, and futility inherent in such contracts, alongside the whims and limits of diabolical power. The narrative further observes a shifting of the Devil’s strategy from frightful apparitions to more subtle and alluring guises, as the wickedness of mankind adapts to this new age of temptation.
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    59 mins
  • The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 7 B

    The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 7 B
    Sep 9 2026
    In which the author, blessed with a certain discernment and magical sight, recounts a lively and revealing discourse with a fair lady, whom he clearly perceives to be no less than a devil in delightful disguise; through wit and cunning mirrors, he explores the beguiling nature of such apparitions among us, cautioning on the peril of mistaking the devilish for the angelic. The narrative further wanders to the company these charming devils keep, their various guises and mischiefs, and the sobering truth that the world is well peopled with such dangerous and enchanting spirits, especially in the form of women masked in beauty.
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    30 mins
  • The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 7 A

    The History of the Devil Part 2 Chapter 7 A
    Sep 8 2026
    In which an inquiry is made into the nature of the Devil’s appearances, pondering whether he walks disguised or his infamous cloven foot may be seen without his presence, and the distinction is drawn between Satan himself and his lesser agents who may act in his stead. Various historical and anecdotal accounts are considered to illustrate these spectral visitations, revealing the often misunderstood and exaggerated character of the Devil’s dealings with mankind.
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    28 mins