Goat's tongue torture reveals bizarre methods of medieval punishment

A lesser-known method of torture called "goat's tongue torture" involved tying a victim's feet and coating them with salt. A goat would then lick the salt off, causing painful skin damage as its rough tongue scraped away at the soles. Historical references to this practice are limited, but it is believed to have been used in medieval Europe and the Middle East. It was mentioned in various texts, including a 1502 treatise cautioning against torture. This method was typically used for minor offenses, inflicting humiliation rather than death. It highlights the cruel creativity of historical punishment methods, reminding us that even innocent animals can be involved in darker practices.