Witch Hunter's Bible
The 'Malleus Maleficarum', published in 1486, became a manual that fueled witch hunts and violence across Europe and the Americas for centuries.
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The 'Malleus Maleficarum', published in 1486, became a manual that fueled witch hunts and violence across Europe and the Americas for centuries.
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Heinrich Kramer and Jacob Sprenger authored the 'Malleus Maleficarum' in 1486, a manual that defined the identification and prosecution of alleged witches. The text played a crucial role in shaping societal views of evil, leading to widespread witch hunts across Europe and the Americas. This documentary investigates the historical context surrounding the 'Malleus', its authors, and the violent repercussions of its teachings, revealing a legacy marked by fear and persecution that persisted for centuries.
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