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Horrific trials by ordeal throughout history
From walking on fire to drinking poison
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Our judicial systems have evolved over the years, and most countries have robust, lawful protocols to help determine whether a person is guilty or innocent. This, however, hasn't always been the case throughout history. Trials by ordeal would place the fate of the accused in the hands of the divine, so only those deemed innocent in the eyes of God or other divine entities would get away with it.
In this gallery, we explore some of the most bizarre trials of ordeal throughout history. Click through to learn all about them.
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