RENAISSANCE X GRID-WIDE HUNT
The Renaissance Hunt has chosen such an interesting theme this year,
Witches, Wisewomen & Wizards
Much of the fear and hunting of witches, wisewomen and men, as well as those deemed wizards and sorceresses waned somewhat as the Medieval age gave way to the Renaissance. But there was still a fear of those who lived differently and those who followed the 'old ways' were considered dangerous and abhorrent. The charge of witchcraft in the hands of inquisitions became more a political weapon than a religious concern throughout Renaissance Europe. In England it was frequently used to remove political rivals. But with the rise of the Reformation the rules changed and the Inquisition took on a religious overtone again. However, it remained a powerful political weapon in the hands of the ambitious.
I found an interesting Witch Lore web site. I enjoyed learning about 'Cunning Folk' as those with special magical skills were called. It fit in well with the theme.
Perhaps you'll enjoy it as well.
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