Witchcraft Flashcards
1
Q
Hammer of Witches
A
Pope Innocent VIII write a pamphlet about witches
2
Q
Who had more power during the 14th Century: the Chruch or King?
A
The Chruch
3
Q
Paganism
A
Belief in something other than Christianity, beliefs in nature gods
4
Q
What led to the spread of the Hammer of Witches?
A
Printing Press
5
Q
Who was the target of these witch accusations?
A
Older women (20s), educated women, independent women
6
Q
What type of female was targeted the most and why?
A
Midwives because they help women give birth, but Eve’s story highlights that women should suffer during childbirth.
7
Q
What is a Papal Bull?
A
Law passed by the church
