The Puritans were very conservative when it came to religion. They viewed witchcraft as the work of the devil.
The Puritans were very conservative when it came to religion. They viewed witchcraft as the work of the devil.
Jacobean beliefs about witchcraft were based on the Catholic Church's beliefs. They condemned witchcraft as evil and as of the devil.
puritans
Yes they did. They so believed in witchcraft that they persecuted and killed anyone they felt was practicing witchcraft. See the link below.
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The Puritans living in Salem were known for their strict religious beliefs, emphasis on morality, and fear of witchcraft. They were focused on establishing a devout community and adhered to a disciplined lifestyle. The Salem witch trials highlighted their deep-seated beliefs in the supernatural and the consequences of living in sin.
Witchcraft For witchcraft denotes more of a grouping of beliefs by common practices, and or terminology.
The difficulties faced by the Puritans back during the 1600-1700s was mainly having to follow and uphold all of their beliefs.The Puritans believed in Witchcraft.
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maybe According to records it was not uncommon for Cunning Folk as well as Puritans and even Catholics to be accused of witchcraft.
It would be helpful to know exactly whose beliefs you are interested in?