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This page features a detailed engraving by William Faithorne illustrating the biblical story of King Saul consulting the Witch of Endor to summon the spirit of the prophet Samuel. Saul is shown bowing in reverence and fear as the spirit appears.

King Saul, Prophet Samuel, Witch of Endor, necromancy, 1 Samuel 28, William Faithorne, engraving, 17th-century art