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The persecution of witches in the early modern era was partly an effort to eliminate competition and establish a Christian monopoly over spiritual life.

Persecution Of Witches

Historically, the social, economic, and judicial targeting and punishment of individuals accused of witchcraft.

Christian Monopoly

The dominance or exclusive control by Christianity over religious practices and institutions in a given society.

Spiritual Life

Spiritual life refers to an individual's personal journey, practices, and beliefs concerning their sense of connection to something greater than themselves, which may or may not be linked to organized religion.

  • Acknowledge the pivotal roles played by leading sociological scholars like Weber, Durkheim, and Marx in the analysis of religious studies.
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