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SALEM WITCH TRIALS, 1692. The trial of a witch at the First Church of Salem, Massachusetts
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SALEM WITCH TRIALS, 1692. The trial of a witch at the First Church of Salem, Massachusetts
SALEM WITCH TRIALS, 1692.
The trial of a witch at the First Church of Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. Etching, American, late 19th century
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Media ID 12226360
1692 Church Colonist Colony Congregation Court Discrimination Faint Massachusetts Mystic Mysticism Podium Puritan Salem Salem Witch Trials Settlement Settler Trial Witch
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the haunting era of the Salem Witch Trials in 1692. The image captures a pivotal moment during the trial of a witch at the First Church of Salem, Massachusetts. As we gaze upon this etching from the late 19th century, we are transported to an interior scene filled with tension and uncertainty. The dimly lit church reveals a congregation that is both fascinated and fearful as they witness this historic event unfold before their eyes. Men and women, dressed in Puritan attire, fill every corner of the room, their expressions ranging from curiosity to trepidation. At the center stands a podium where justice will be served or denied. Intriguingly, this snapshot does not only depict discrimination against women accused of practicing witchcraft but also sheds light on mysticism prevalent during that time. It serves as a reminder of how fear can lead communities astray and tear them apart. As we delve into history through this thought-provoking image by Granger Art on Demand, let us remember those who suffered unjustly during these trials – innocent settlers caught up in hysteria and paranoia. May it serve as a solemn reminder for future generations to uphold fairness and compassion above all else.
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