Aix-en-Provence Witch Trials Flashcards
What year did these trials occur?
1611
What country did these trials take place in?
France
Name one of the people who was accused in this trial, her age and her occupation
Madeleine De Demondolx, a 17 year old nun
Why was the accusation brought against them? (2 reasons)
Emotiotional instability and destroying a crucifix
What year did Madeleine De Demondolx experience emotional instability?
1609
What year did Madeleine De Demondolx destroy a crucifix?
1611
What happened when Madeleine was observed for the Devils mark?
It was found on her body twice
What did Madeleine do when she was trialled?
She accused Father Gaufridi of being a Devil worshipper
Who was Father Gaufridi?
Someone who had been close to Madeleine since a young age
What was the outcome for Father Gaufridi?
He was found guilty and dragged around Aix for 5 hours until he was executed
What was the outcome for Madeleine De Demondolx?
She was dismissed and lived until she was 77
Which of the four factors does this case come under?
Religion
Why does this case come under the factor of Religion?
Because the original reason for conviction was due to Madeleine destroyign a crucifix
Why does the case for Father Gaufridi’s part in it come under the factor of Religion?
Because Madeleine De Demondolx claimed that he was a Devil Worshipper
What website is this case documented in?
witchcraftandwitches.com