Judas Cradle

Weird History Facts
1 min readAug 16, 2023

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Unveil the dark side of humanity’s soul as we explore the Middle Ages and its harrowing torture devices. Dive into the history of the Judas Cradle, a cruel invention of the Spanish Inquisition, and it’s terrifying effects on victims.

Women were subjected to this device, often naked, enduring unbearable pain as their weight pressed onto a pointed angle. The cruelty extended to both genders during the American Civil War, leaving victims crippled and traumatized

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Judas Torture Chair

From medieval horrors to modern-day BDSM practices, learn how these devices have shaped our understanding of pain and cruelty.

The horrors of the Judas Torture Chair extend far beyond the moment of torment. Victims were left with enduring physical and psychological scars, their bodies and minds forever scarred by this merciless device. Infections, tissue damage, and unhealed wounds haunted those subjected to this cruelty.

Reflect on the long-lasting impact of the Judas Cradle and how it serves as a haunting reminder of humanity’s capacity for sadism.

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