Witchcraft

over Witchcraft. Many people were accused of Witchcraft resulting in many court trials and hangings. Accusations were made with hate and jealousy rather than actual evidence of Witchcraft. Arthur Miller’s play written in 1953 called The Crucible focuses on this event. The author intends for the themes of hysteria, reputation and power showcased in the play to reflect upon current events in 1953. Throughout 1692, a mass hysteria was sweeping through Salem. This hysteria focuses on Witchcraft, a…

crime of practicing witchcraft. By putting her to death, we are purifying our town. Let us rejoice.” Sir William got up onto the platform behind Jessica. Within seconds, she was pronounced dead. Her lifeless body hung from the rope. Sir William nervously looked around, almost as if he was looking out for someone. “Well, there we have it. That is all for today. You all may go.” “Not so fast, Sir William, I have found a person who needs to be tried for practicing witchcraft!” Sir…

The salem witch trials took place February of 1692 and May of 1693. By the end of the trials, hundreds were indicted of witchcraft and more die in prison awaiting trial or hanging. These events are indicated as the Salem witch trials, several countries suffered the inflicting hands of the community. While these were not the first examples of execution for witchcraft in England. The Puritan town was home of most of the which traits and became the center of attention. Our American government…

Residents in Salem are denied to practice any other religion or else it will be considered defiled and corrupted. The irony is that their fathers had been persecuted in England because the theocracy government are not allowing free religion. For residence in Salem, the are doing what the theocracy did to their ancestors. The witch hunt years are considered the time for revenge because it supports spectral evidence that one could accuse others for supernatural reasons without providing evidence.…

Reverend Hale is present as man who’s word is so when talking about witchcraft. In act one Reverend Hale says, “No, no. Now let me instruct you. We cannot look to superstition in this. The Devil is precise; the marks of his presence are definite as stone, and I must tell you all that I shall not proceed unless you are prepared…

doing this, fanfiction is breaking new ground, but it's also trying to retake ground that was lost centuries ago. (Jamison and Grossman) Witchcraft is not shown as their religion but rather a spiritual belief. Unlike the olden stereotype of the witch being a representation of the devil and against religion and god, the contemporary depiction of the witch views witchcraft as a…

Once Elizabeth is accused by Abby she speaks to John saying ,”’it is her dearest hope, John, I know it. There be a thousand names; why does she call mine?” ( Miller, pg. 61). From this point in the play Elizabeth has to deal with being accused of witchcraft. This relates to…

evil image of Richard is lost. A charge of witchcraft in this time period carried a sentence of death, and not only for the which but all known associates. Richard plays to his advantage, knowing that Hastings and Mistress Shore are lovers, and Hastings both cares about her and will defend her. These feelings that Hastings possesses creates for Hastings a giant blind spot. Richard, knowing both of these things, lays a trap accusing Mistress Shore of witchcraft for which there is no Defence.…

hold power, though some hold more than others. One character that holds an extensive amount of power is Reverend Hale. Reverend Hale has come to the town of Salem to find out the truth behind these praises of witchcraft in the town. His expertise and legitimacy in the knowledge of witchcraft are what will allow him to do so. Since Reverend Hale holds knowledge that many others do not have in this town this give him power. Not only this but his charismatic personality and semi standing…

anything by putting the blame on others. At the beginning of the play, Abigail and her friends are dancing in the forest when two girls faint. The Puritan town believes that this has to do with witchcraft. The gullible town members believe the words of Abigail when she accuses innocent people of witchcraft. Abigail believes that it is important to keep a good reputation as a young Puritan girl in her community and for her former lover, John Proctor. Towards the end of the play, Abigail accuses…