Bernard Gui

Inquisitor and author of inquisitorial manuals

Bernard Gui - Inquisitor and author of inquisitorial manuals
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None
None years ago

Died

December 30th, 1331
693 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Born in the early 1260s, played a significant role in the medieval Inquisition as a Dominican friar and inquisitor in France. Served as the Inquisitor General for the Diocese of Carcassonne and focused on combating heresy. Authored 'Manual for Inquisitors,' a detailed guide on the procedures and methods of conducting inquisitions. His work influenced the framework of inquisitorial processes in the later medieval period. Played a key role in the trials of various accused heretics, contributing to the broader efforts of the Church during this time to maintain doctrinal orthodoxy.

Authored 'Manual for Inquisitors'

Served as Inquisitor General in Carcassonne

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