“A witch is a person who hath conference with the Devil to consult with him or to do some act.”
Quote by Edward Coke
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Edward Coke
Edward Coke was a leading legal thinker and the Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales in the 17th century. He played a crucial role in the history of English law, particularly in the development of common law. Coke is renowned for his profound understanding of the law and extensive legal reforms. more
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