Greek Word

I was in a Bible Study today and we were talking about idolatry and witchcraft. In this study we were taught the Greek word for witchcraft. I was totally astounded by the definitions. I know I have been harping a lot about my distaste for current medical practices. I don't mean to be critical, pessimistic, or stubborn. Please forgive any negative behavior. But, I had to share this because it stunned even me. Here is the Greek word used for witchcraft and the definition of that word.

Pharmakeia

1. the use or the administering of drugs
2. poisoning
3. sorcery, magical arts, often found in connection with idolatry and fostered by it
4. metaph. the deceptions and seductions of idolatry

Yes, my friends this is the word that we can derive from Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical. I was completely floored when I found this out. I also learned that the Roman empire sent people with emotional problems or stress to pagan priest. These priest would administered mind altering drugs, hallucinogens, or uppers to cause a euphoric high. So although the term doesn't exactly correlate to today's medical practices it is still amazing to me that the origin of the word Pharmacy has it's root in deception, poisoning, and witchcraft. Be aware that this is simply funny to me. I am not implying anything really.