The brutal history of Witch Hunts - Mitsi Studio

Were they witches… or victims of hysteria? In this episode we dive into the grim reality of the Inquisition and the witch trials that haunted history. Check out Cyberghost via this link: https://cyberghostvpn.com/MitsiStudio Did you know that the **witchcraft origins** are much older than you think? This video explores **witches history**, debunking common myths and revealing the **truth about witchcraft**. From ancient beliefs to modern **witchcraft practices** and **witchcraft mythology**, we'll examine the significance of **witchcraft symbols** and the **history of witchcraft**. Subscribe to our Patreon or become a Youtube member: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=35130109&fan_landing=true&view_as=public Youtube Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuXCgyOCMXic7j0_wghXnRA/join Subscribe to our channel and share our videos. We appreciate all your support! Chapters: 0:00 – Origins of Witchcraft: Ancient History & Global Practices 0:18 – Early Perceptions: Witchcraft in Egypt and Ancient Cultures 0:45 – Medieval Europe: Church Views on Magic and Paganism 1:13 – Rise of Witch Persecution: 12th–13th Century Europe 1:50 – Witchcraft Myths: Devil’s Pact, Spells & Shapeshifting 2:32 – Modern Comparison: Surveillance Then vs. Now 3:29 – The Inquisition: Witch Trials Begin 4:02 – Who Could Be Accused? Women, Men & Social Status 4:19 – Case Study: The Northampton Witch Trials 5:03 – Torture Methods Used in Witch Trials 5:55 – Execution Methods: Hanging, Burning, Drowning & Pressing 6:40 – Gender & Witch Hunts: Why Most Victims Were Women 7:11 – Geography of Witch Trials: Europe, Germany & Beyond 7:36 – Modern Witch Hunts: Africa and Ongoing Beliefs 8:22 – Conclusion: Lessons from Witchcraft History