They took it upon themselves to punish someone for their sins and have them repent
They felt in this way was the only way they would be cleansed and forgiven
i don't know, that's why i was asking you!
The Puritans used a device known as the "stocks" to punish lawbreakers. This wooden frame typically had holes for the offender's legs and sometimes their hands, restraining them in a public place for humiliation. Offenders would be exposed to public ridicule and sometimes pelted with rotten food or other objects. Additionally, the "pillory," which held the head and hands, was also used for similar purposes of public shaming.
The Puritans believed in strict discipline and punishment for moral offenses. They utilized public humiliation, fines, imprisonment, and in extreme cases, capital punishment for crimes they considered to be severe. The purpose was to maintain social order and enforce religious adherence.
Legally no, but it depends on the type of humiliation. There is sexual humiliation that could qualify as torture, but just public humiliation is not
Public humiliation.
The Puritans established the first public school in Roxbury, MA.
The Puritans organized public education in the state of Massachusetts.
Excommunication and Fines. They could also use public humiliation.
Excommunication and Fines. They could also use public humiliation.
Public Humiliation
The public humiliation by the teacher was deliberate.
What humiliation practice does Alabama use