Hammer of Witches, a legal “witch-hunting” manual, was responsible for approximately 60,000 deaths.
(02:58)A quest to understand the incredible success of the Hammer of Witches, was it church endorsement?
(03:00)“Witches” are burnt alive following orders from the author of the witch-hunter’s bible Heinrich Kramer.
(02:53)The approval of this controversial book brings disastrous consequences, but was forgery present?
(02:46)Fear and suspicion lead to violent witch-hunts across Europe. Torture was used to gain confessions.
(02:44)The final count of “witch” deaths are estimated at 40 - 60 thousand.
(02:58)How did this infamous ancient Manual destroy so many lives?
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