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The Malleus Maleficarum Of Heinrich Kramer And James Sprenger (Dover Occult)
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For Nearly Three Centuries Malleus Maleficarum (The Witches' Hammer) Was The Professional Manual For Witch Hunters. This Work By Two Of The Most Famous Inquisitors Of The Age Is Still A Document Of The Forces Of That Era'S Beliefs. Under A Bull Of Pope Innocent Viii, Kramer And Sprenger Exposed The Heresy Of Those Who Did Not Believe In Witches And Set Forth The Proper Order Of The World With Devils, Witches, And The Will Of God. Even If You Do Not Believe In Witchcraft, The World Of 1484 Did.Contemporary Cases Illustrate Methods By Which Witches Attempt To Control And Subvert The World: How And Why Women Roast Their Firstborn Male Child; The Confession Of How To Raise A Tempest By A Washwoman Suspended Hardly Clear Of The Ground By Her Thumbs; Methods Of Making A Formal Pact With The Devil; How Witches Deprive Men Of Their Vital Member; And Many Others. Methods Of Destroying And Curing Witchcraft, Such As Remedies Against Incubus And Succubus Devils, Are Exemplified And Weighed By The Authors.Formal Rules For Initiating A Process Of Justice Are Set Down: How It Should Be Conducted And The Method Of Pronouncing Sentence; When To Use The Trial By The Redhotiron; How The Prosecutor Should Protect Himself; How The Body Is To Be Shaved And Searched For Tokens And Amulets, Including Those Sewn Under The Skin. As Summers Says, It Was The Casebook On Every Magistrate'S Desk.Montague Summers Has Given A Very Sympathetic Translation. His Two Introductions Are Filled With Examples Of Witchcraft And The Historical Importance Of Malleus Maleficarum. This Famous Document Should Interest The Historian, The Student Of Witchcraft And The Occult, And The Psychologist Who Is Interested In The Medieval Mind As It Was Confronted With Various Forces Which Could Be Explained Only By Witchcraft.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'The Malleus Maleficarum'? A: 'The Malleus Maleficarum' primarily discusses the beliefs and practices surrounding witchcraft during the late 15th century, serving as a manual for witch hunters.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'The Malleus Maleficarum'? A: The book was written by Heinrich Kramer and James Sprenger, both of whom were notable Inquisitors of the time.
- Q: When was 'The Malleus Maleficarum' first published? A: 'The Malleus Maleficarum' was first published in 1487 and has undergone various translations and editions since then.
- Q: What is the significance of 'The Malleus Maleficarum' in historical context? A: The text is significant as it influenced the perception of witchcraft and the judicial processes related to witch hunts in Europe for centuries.
- Q: Is 'The Malleus Maleficarum' a fiction or a historical document? A: 'The Malleus Maleficarum' is a historical document that reflects the beliefs and judicial practices of its time regarding witchcraft.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'The Malleus Maleficarum' have? A: This edition of 'The Malleus Maleficarum' is bound in paperback.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Malleus Maleficarum' have? A: 'The Malleus Maleficarum' contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading 'The Malleus Maleficarum'? A: Historians, students of witchcraft, and those interested in occult studies will find 'The Malleus Maleficarum' valuable for understanding historical beliefs and practices.
- Q: What are some themes explored in 'The Malleus Maleficarum'? A: Themes include the nature of witchcraft, the justification of witch hunts, and methods for both identifying and combating witchcraft.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'The Malleus Maleficarum' that is recommended? A: Montague Summers' translation is often recommended for its sympathetic approach and comprehensive introductions that provide context for the text.