Sanchez’s trial takes place during a seven-year period, from 1553 – 1660, with his original vision of the Virgin Mary appearing three years before his trial begins in 1550. However, Mad for God does not only take place within this decade; Chapter 4 “Lessons Learned at Home” explains in great detail the time period that Sanchez grew up during and the issues that the citizens of Cardenete faced. This chapter, while seemingly misplaced, allows for better understanding of Sanchez’s thought process, his religious theories, and the environment that he lived in – one centered around religion and the beliefs of the Holy Catholic…