The story of Simon the sorcerer is recounted in the eighth chapter of the book of Acts in the Bible. Simon was a magician who practiced his craft in the city of Samaria. When the apostles Peter and John visited Samaria to preach the gospel and perform miracles, Simon was among those who were converted to Christianity. However, Simon's conversion was soon called into question when he tried to purchase the power of the Holy Spirit with money. According to the Bible, Simon was amazed by the miracl…