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Trial By Ordeal.
Trial By Ordeal - as a noun
A primitive method of determining a person's guilt or innocence by subjecting the accused person to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under divine control; escape was usually taken as a sign of innocence
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ordeal7Example Sentences
"In ancient times, trial by ordeal was a common practice to determine guilt or innocence."
"The accused had to undergo the trial by ordeal as a means of proving their innocence."
"The judicial system of that era relied heavily on trial by ordeal."
"The concept of trial by ordeal was rooted in the belief that the gods would protect the innocent."
"Surviving the trial by ordeal was seen as a sign of innocence."
