Maria Renata Singer
Maria Renata Singer
Where was she executed?
Where was she executed?
Zell, Germany
Zell, Germany
Why was she accused of witchcraft?
Why was she accused of witchcraft?
Singer spent years as a seemingly devout nun in a Bavarian convent. After a sister became possessed by demons, priests found poisons and demonic robes in Singers room. She confessed to being a witch sent to infiltrate the convent during questioning.
Singer spent years as a seemingly devout nun in a Bavarian convent. After a sister became possessed by demons, priests found poisons and demonic robes in Singers room. She confessed to being a witch sent to infiltrate the convent during questioning.
Other Information:
Other Information:
- Singer's favorite poison was Aqua Tofana, composed mostly of arsenic and lead.
- After her execution, intellectuals began casting doubt on witch trial's and the logic often used.