The medieval period refers to the medieval age time period between the 5th and 15th century. Medieval witchcraft, common sorcery, and folk magic with roots from the ancient period was heavily practiced during this time. As a result, it created several roles such as wise women, who would create herbal remedies and cast spells for their neighbors and communities. They were valuable members of their community.
However with the rise of Christianity, negative connotations and propaganda began to surface. St. Augustine of Hippo stating that all pagan magic and religion were invented by the devil. With the intention of lure people away from the “truth”. He vocalized that the practice of magick and witchcraft was an “error of the pagans”, and mainly dismissed the practice and allegations of witchcraft.