HIST 315 - Heresy, Witchcraft, and Church Reform in Medieval and Early Modern Europe

Units: 3

Explores the rise of heretical movements, including witchcraft, and persecution by authorities in pre-modern Europe. Focuses on historical explanations for these movements and their persecution. Treats church authorities’ responses to the rise in heresy and witchcraft through preaching and violence. Special attention given to the socioeconomic, cultural, gender-based, religious, and political developments that triggered these heterodox persecutions. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for HIST 300 -12.