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10.	From the 7th to the 13th Century: The Complete Development of the Devil	289
11.	From the 13th Century to the Bull "Desiring with Supreme Ardor" Original Latin: Summis desiderantes. This 1484 papal bull issued by Innocent VIII is often seen as the starting gun for the Great Witch Hunts of the early modern period. by Innocent VIII	317
	The Era of the Devil Proper	317
	The Trial of Satan Likely referring to the Processus Satanae, a medieval literary and legal tradition where the Devil is depicted bringing a lawsuit against humanity or Christ in a celestial court.	349
12.	The Devil on the Stage	359
	The Stupid Devil Refers to the "Outwitted Devil" motif common in medieval folklore and drama, where the personification of evil is depicted as easily tricked by clever peasants or saints.	394
	The Devil as Jester Original: Lustigmacher. This describes the transition of the Devil from a terrifying entity to a comedic, satirical figure used for entertainment in mystery plays and carnivals.	399