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Salem Witch Trials Insights from Mathers Accounts

Salem Witch Trials Insights from Mathers Accounts

By: Cotton Mather Increase Mather
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 Dive into the chilling firsthand accounts from 1692 that detail the notorious Salem Witch Trials. This compelling exploration includes Cotton Mathers interpretation of the Book of Revelations, which he describes as Gods last letter to the people of earth. Discover Mathers insights into the motivations behind the Devil’s actions, the military hierarchy of evil, and the methods used to identify, capture, and execute witches. With contributions from his father, Increase Mather, D.D., President of Harvard College, this edition presents a striking portrayal of superstition’s hold on society. A 1892 publishers introduction aptly refers to these pieces as remarkable monuments of the history of superstition. - Summary by Michele FryCopyright Family and Culture
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  • 037 - Postscript

    037 - Postscript
    Feb 18 2026
    Dive into the chilling firsthand accounts from 1692 that detail the notorious Salem Witch Trials. This compelling exploration includes Cotton Mathers interpretation of the Book of Revelations, which he describes as Gods last letter to the people of earth. Discover Mathers insights into the motivations behind the Devil’s actions, the military hierarchy of evil, and the methods used to identify, capture, and execute witches. With contributions from his father, Increase Mather, D.D., President of Harvard College, this edition presents a striking portrayal of superstition’s hold on society. A 1892 publishers introduction aptly refers to these pieces as remarkable monuments of the history of superstition. - Summary by Michele Fry
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    10 mins
  • 036 - Cases of Conscience Concerning Witchcrafts Argument 6 Part 3

    036 - Cases of Conscience Concerning Witchcrafts Argument 6 Part 3
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the chilling firsthand accounts from 1692 that detail the notorious Salem Witch Trials. This compelling exploration includes Cotton Mathers interpretation of the Book of Revelations, which he describes as Gods last letter to the people of earth. Discover Mathers insights into the motivations behind the Devil’s actions, the military hierarchy of evil, and the methods used to identify, capture, and execute witches. With contributions from his father, Increase Mather, D.D., President of Harvard College, this edition presents a striking portrayal of superstition’s hold on society. A 1892 publishers introduction aptly refers to these pieces as remarkable monuments of the history of superstition. - Summary by Michele Fry
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    17 mins
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