Understanding the Inquisition

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Inquisition

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A group of institutions within the Catholic Church aimed at combating heresy.

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Heresy

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Belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious doctrine.

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Spanish Inquisition

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A significant inquisition established in 1478 by Catholic Monarchs Ferdinand II and Isabella I.

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Tribunal

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A court of justice, especially one dealing with heresy during the Inquisition.

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Torture

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A method used by inquisitors to extract confessions from accused heretics.

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Index of Forbidden Books

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A list of publications prohibited by the Catholic Church to protect faith and morals.

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Papal Inquisition

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The first inquisition established in the 12th century to combat heresy.

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Edict of Expulsion

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1492 decree by Spanish monarchs expelling Jews from Spain.