What did the religious leaders in salem believe was the reason for the trials?

During which period in egyptian history did the theocratic government began to decrease in power while the local leaders took control of their territories

Is karma the same as destiny, in the sense that everything that happens to you is predetermined? do you believe that "what goes around comes around," and if so is this the same as karma? does everyone get what they deserve, in the end?

How did communism during the age of totalitarian control affect religion? a. citizens were permitted free practice of any religion. v. atheism became the official state policy. c. the government increased the number of russian orthodox churches in the country. d. catholicism became the official national religion