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Lemia (Witch)

Lemia was a witch from Athens, Greece, who, according to the writings of Demosthenes, was executed for enchanting, charming, and causing the death of livestock. This act was considered a serious crime in ancient Athens, which had established a court specifically to prosecute those accused of witchcraft. The historical context of ancient Greek society and … Read more