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Simon Magus

Apostolic

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Sorcerer in Samaria who astonished the people; outwardly believed and was baptized under Philip's preaching, then offered Peter money to obtain the power to confer the Spirit, giving rise to the term 'simony.' Rebuked by Peter.

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