Stigmata


The meaning of the word Stigmata is: plural form of stigma, denoting multiple physical or symbolic forms of disgrace which mar an individual’s reputation


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In Nathaniel Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter, Hester Prynne is forced to wear red ‘A’’s on her clothes as stigmata.

published by Tajuana on 2021-03-08 01:04:26


In Medieval times, red hair and moles were seen as stigmata because they were a metaphorical mark of Cain and his infamous betrayal.

published by Magaly on 2021-01-21 04:17:00


During Hitler’s reign, the yellow star and pink triangle were a symbolic stigmata designed to shame individuals simply for their choice of religion or sexual preference.

published by Reina on 2021-09-22 14:42:58


Freckles and moles were viewed as stigmata that signified kinship with the Devil during the Salem witch trials.

published by Ava on 2021-06-11 17:09:16


Originally, tattoos and piercings were viewed as stigmata earned through hard time in prison and prevented those with tattoos from getting hired at office jobs.

published by Wesley on 2021-06-17 16:29:54


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