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By k.kolyada@benaur.com
09 May 2025
LA
A Glimpse into a Painful PastThroughout history, justice systems have employed harsh measures to maintain order, but few periods were as openly brutal as the Middle Ages. The historical use of torture during this time wasn’t limited to extracting confessions or punishing crimes-it was also a form of mass entertainment. Torture as public spectacle drew […]
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Unmasking the Torturer’s Mind: Why Do People Torture?Torture is not just a brutal act - it’s a complex psychological phenomenon. Understanding why people torture unveils dark truths about human nature, power, and the psychology of cruelty. From medieval dungeons to modern conflict zones, those who inflicted pain often justified their actions through perceived necessity, authority, […]
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By k.kolyada@benaur.com
09 May 2025
Chicago
The Dual Nature of Pain and PurposeIn medieval society, torture was more than just a brutal act; it was a complex ritual steeped in symbolism and authority. The use of historical torture devices was a direct reflection of society’s values in medieval torture - a world where justice, control, and fear were woven together.Devices of […]
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By k.kolyada@benaur.com
02 May 2025
LA
In the dark and gruesome history of medieval punishment, executioners were feared and revered, their role essential to maintaining the law through violence and terror. Behind every seasoned executioner, however, stood an apprentice - someone trained in the delicate, brutal craft of inflicting suffering. This chilling education, steeped in tradition and cruelty, shaped the next […]
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