Historians may lay a great deal of negative influence at the door of the Roman Catholic Church, but it offered a bit of breathing room for local Scottish beliefs and traditions.

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We just published our latest article on the #Bywgraffiadur.

GWEN ferch ELLIS (c. 1552 - 1594), first victim of execution for #witchcraft in #Wales
'Gwen ferch Ellis was a cloth spinner, who was well-known in the community for practising the art of healing using charms, 'salves, drinke and plasters', for which people compensated her with wool, corn, butter, and other items which constituted her main source of income. [...] The brief transcript of Gwen's examinations shows her bravely defending herself against the combined forces of the Church, the court, and the gentry. She frankly admits to using charms and proceeds to recite one in Welsh before the court. She states that she has been healing for around ten years, having been taught the art by her sister' -- Lisa Cowan
https://biography.wales/article/s15-GWEN-FEL-1552
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Step into the shadows of history as we uncover the mysterious world of witchcraft. From ancient spells to the modern Wiccan wave, join us on a spellbinding journey through time. 🧙‍♀️✨ #HistoryOfWitchcraft #MysticalJourney #WiccaRevival

https://soniamrompoti.com/2024/04/28/the-enigmatic-journey-of-witchcraft-from-ancient-rituals-to-modern-beliefs/

I'm fascinated by Shropshire Witchcraft, especially the fascinating story of Nanny Morgan- 'The wicked witch of Much Wenlock' I've written about her and her tragic murder below.

https://nearlyknowledgeablehistory.blogspot.com/2022/08/nanny-morgan-and-shropshire-witch.html

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