The Horrors of the Malleus Maleficarum

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The discussion revolves around historical practices and beliefs related to witchcraft, referencing the Malleus Maleficarum, a treatise on witch hunts. Participants express a mix of humor and skepticism about modern interpretations of witchcraft, with a focus on the distinction between witches and warlocks, suggesting that witches are not inherently evil. There is a playful exploration of the effectiveness of traditional rituals, such as using holy water, in a digital context, indicating a lighthearted approach to the topic. The conversation also touches on the absurdity of certain beliefs, such as the notion of Ewoks being evil, contributing to a whimsical tone throughout the discussion.
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The things they used to do are just so terrible :biggrin:

http://www.malleusmaleficarum.org/mm00e.html

I hope there no modern day ones about :rolleyes:
 
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Well, we'll just have to wait for Benny's 16. dictum, mustn't we?
 
arildno said:
Well, we'll just have to wait for Benny's 16. dictum, mustn't we?

I used to be friends with a white witch, she never mentioned 16 dictums though.
 
Witches are not evil, its the evil warlocks:rolleyes:
 
hypatia said:
Witches are not evil, its the evil warlocks:rolleyes:

Hmmm , now will it work over the internet :confused: :devil:
 
Ewoks are evil, too..
 
wolram said:
Hmmm , now will it work over the internet :confused: :devil:

I drench my PC with holy water from the river Styx, on the full moon of every month.
 
arildno said:
Ewoks are evil, too..

Blast, so it doesn't work over the net, maybe some modifications are needed.
 
hypatia said:
I drench my PC with holy water from the river Styx, on the full moon of every month.

So that's why your script is all blurred, i thought my eyes were playing tricks on
me.:rolleyes:
 
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