Religious persecution is something I find deeply offensive, particularly when persued by people who claim to be followers of the messiah, Jesus. Yet, it has happened, and if we are committed to ensuring it never happens again we must remember. So here is some archive information on the Salem witchcraft trials, something I am truly sorry for.
The Salem Witchcraft Trials of 1692 – A collection of images, documents, essays, maps, links, games, and other information pertaining to the Salem Witch Trials of 1692.
Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive – Archived documents, maps, and biographies. From the University of Virginia Electronic Text Center.
National Geographic: Interactive Witch Hunt – Experience the 1692 Salem witch hunt in a terrifying online trial: ‘Are you a witch? How long have you been in the snare of the devil? Confess!’
Salem Witchcraft History – Why did it occur in Salem? Salem was a prime spot for this event, and it the witchcraft trials were a culmination of many factors. …
Salem Massachusetts – The Witch Trials – Information about the trials, as well as upcoming events and attractions from the official site of Salem, MA.
But if we believe 80% of communication is nonverbal, verbalizing is never enough. So how about seeking reconciliation? So how about making peace with pagans, witches and goddess worshippers? They’re only a hyperlink away.
I don’t think there is any reason to feel sorry for the witch trials. You didn’t do anything wrong. It was a different time with different values and perspectives. They really felt like they were a community under attack. I deal with these issues in my book – Justice at Salem – available at http://www.justiceatsalem.com . I hope you will take a look at it.
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No, I did not do anything wrong, but the movement to which I belong did.
And as some members of my movement, Christianity, are still mistreading witches today, I am sorry for that, and I’ll do what I can.
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