bloodwite (Meaning)
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bloodwite (n.)
Alt. of Bloodwit
Synonyms & Antonyms of bloodwite
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bloodwite Sentence Examples
- Bloodwite, an ancient legal concept, was often enacted to resolve disputes in early societies.
- The payment of bloodwite was a customary means of compensating for offenses against individuals or families.
- In some cultures, bloodwite could be paid in livestock, land, or other valuable goods.
- Failure to fulfill the bloodwite could lead to feuds between families or clans.
- The exact amount of bloodwite required varied depending on the severity of the offense.
- Bloodwite served as a form of restitution for injuries inflicted upon others.
- The imposition of bloodwite was overseen by tribal or community leaders.
- Bloodwite played a crucial role in maintaining peace and order within communities.
- The payment of bloodwite was considered a matter of honor and obligation.
- Bloodwite ceremonies often involved elaborate rituals to ensure the proper resolution of disputes.
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Alt. of Bloodwit
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Bloodwite, an ancient legal concept, was often enacted to resolve disputes in early societies.
The payment of bloodwite was a customary means of compensating for offenses against individuals or families.
In some cultures, bloodwite could be paid in livestock, land, or other valuable goods.
Failure to fulfill the bloodwite could lead to feuds between families or clans.
