Man As Witch: Male Witches In Central Europe Page

: Many were seen as "weak" or "different," including those who were elderly, disabled, or mentally ill.

: In certain areas of the Holy Roman Empire between 1530 and 1730, the percentage of male victims ranged from 13% to 27%. In some specific regions like Carinthia, men formed the majority at 68% of those accused. Man as Witch: Male Witches in Central Europe

: Accusations often targeted men who did not fit the era's ideal of traditional masculinity; being called a witch was frequently an attack on a man's virility or social standing. Common Accusations and Legal Context : Many were seen as "weak" or "different,"

: Approximately one in four (25%) accused witches in Central Europe was male. " including those who were elderly