Friedrich Spee: Biography, Facts and Career
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Friedrich Spee (also Friedrich Spee von Langenfeld; February 25, 1591 – August 7, 1635) was a German Jesuit priest, professor, and poet, most well known as a forceful opponent of witch trials and one who was an insider writing from the epicenter of the European witch-phobia. Spee argued strongly against the use of torture, and as an eyewitness he gathered a book full of details regarding its cruelty and unreliability. He wrote, "Torture has the power to create witches where none exist."
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- Full name: Friedrich Spee
- Born: 1591-02-25
- Nationality: Germany
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q77283
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Who is Friedrich Spee?
Friedrich Spee (also Friedrich Spee von Langenfeld; February 25, 1591 – August 7, 1635) was a German Jesuit priest, professor, and poet, most well known as a forceful opponent of witch trials and one who was an insider writing from the epicenter of the European witch-phobia.
What nationality is Friedrich Spee?
Friedrich Spee is Germany.
When was Friedrich Spee born?
Friedrich Spee was born on 1591-02-25.
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