Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 11, 2022
Simon magus, also known as Simon the Sorcerer or the Magician, was a religious figure whose confrontation with Peter is recorded in Acts 8:9–24. The act of simony, or paying for the position, is named after Simon, who tried to buy his way into the power of the Apostles.
Simon Magnus
Simon and Peter were intense rivals until Simon challenged Peter's authority and fell out of the sky.
Simon magus, also known as Simon the Sorcerer or the Magician, was a religious figure whose confrontation with Peter is recorded in Acts 8:9–24. The act of simony, or paying for
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