... the punishments done, for the crimes committed. Presentism is a major idea to remember when reflecting on the actions taken during colonial times. The below excerpt is taken from The Body of Liberties of 1641 and can add to the understanding of why and how such punishments discussed were carried out. Perhaps the magistrates in power took things too far; Possibly the law enforcers took the word of ... adulterers to wear cut or letters (AD) on their sleeve or back, the Bay colony did not follow the same law. Nevertheless, The Scarlet Letter exemplifies the courage and strength of an accused...

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