In this thought-provoking book, Boileau examines the practice of flagellation throughout history, exploring its use as a religious tool and a form of punishment and self-mortification. He delves into the various cultures and time periods where flagellation was prevalent, shedding light on the social, cultural, and moral implications of this controversial practice.
History of Flagellation Among Different Nations
A narrative of the strange customs and cruelties of the Romans, Greeks, Egyptians, etc., with an account of its practice among the early Christians as a religious stimulant and corrector of morals. Also anecdotes of remarkable cases of flogging, and of ce
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Am 13. August 2026 von Project Gutenberg veröffentlicht.
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