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The symbol of the Pentacle became a popular and predominant symbol of witchcraft in 1949. This symbol of a five pointed star is meant to represent earth, wind, fire, air, and spirit, encircled in the bond of witches. 

These categories for witches were used to determine a witch’s punishment, as well as the work she did for those who sought her assistance illegally. 

A witch could be defined as an “outcast in her community,” usually living alone in a secluded and generally earthy area, like a cave or wooden hut in the woods. Witches were expected most commonly in rural areas with farmland as this was an integral part of her craft. 

Isidore of Seville was a saint, scholar, and for nearly 30 years, Archbishop of Seville. 

“coloring and molding religious, political, and social situations and attitudes.” 

Theologian turned scientific investigator Albertus Magnus was prosecuted in the 13th century

were usually expository or violently condemnatory