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Demonology
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James VI and I's 'Demonology' is a treatise on witchcraft and demonology, reflecting the beliefs and anxieties of the era.
It argues for the reality of witchcraft and its dangers, providing theological and legal justifications for its persecution.
The book is structured as a dialogue, presenting arguments for and against the existence of witchcraft.
It draws upon biblical texts and contemporary accounts to support its claims.
Its influence on the understanding and prosecution of witchcraft in early modern Europe is significant.
It argues for the reality of witchcraft and its dangers, providing theological and legal justifications for its persecution.
The book is structured as a dialogue, presenting arguments for and against the existence of witchcraft.
It draws upon biblical texts and contemporary accounts to support its claims.
Its influence on the understanding and prosecution of witchcraft in early modern Europe is significant.
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Mentioned in 3 episodes
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Suzannah Lipscomb as the author of "Demonology", which provided instructions on how to find witches.
Suzannah Lipscomb as the author of "Demonology", which provided instructions on how to find witches.
23 snips
26. Witches
Mentioned as the author of an excerpt read in the podcast.
010 - The Wisest Fool in Christendom
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Kirsty Wark as a book written by James VI of Scotland and I of England, which is in the exhibition.
Kirsty Wark as a book written by James VI of Scotland and I of England, which is in the exhibition.
King James VI & I, Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes, The Extraordinary Miss Flower
