An Esan adage states that it is better to be barren than to give birth to a witch. Another saying warns that a foolish son brings heartache not only to his parents but to the entire community. The presence of such a person yields nothing but sorrow and despair. The Bible, in Exodus 22:18, commands, “Thou shalt not suffer a witch to live.” This underscores the gravity of the damage such individuals can inflict upon their people if left unchecked. But who is a witch? A deeper understanding from…
