Modern witch hunts- What are some examples of modern witch hunts?
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What were the possible causes of the Salem Witch Trials?
Theories abound about the causes of the Salem Witch Trials. Below are just some of them.
The Puritans of Salem, Massachusetts
What were the principles of life that the Puritans lived by in 1692?
1. The bible was the basis for all living. It was against the law to not attend church.
2. The Puritans lived a god-fearing life.
3. Individual differences did not matter.
4. Hard work was expected and emotions and self-expression were to be restrained.
5. Misfortunes were viewed as punishments and God's will for sins. The Puritans would not help those suffering misfortune.
6. The Devil was as real as God and searched for the weakest persons to do his evil deeds.