Historical Events tagged with "banning"
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Peter Abelard Found Guilty of Heresy
Peter Abelard, a prominent French philosopher and theologian, was found guilty of heresy by a church council led by Bernard of Clairvaux. This decision stemmed from Abelard's innovative and controversial ideas regarding theology and his interpretations, which challenged the traditional doctrines of the church. His views, particularly on the nature of God and the Trinity, drew significant opposition. Following the verdict, Abelard faced severe consequences, including the condemnation of his writings and loss of academic standing. The ruling underscored the tensions between emerging philosophical thought and established religious doctrine in the medieval period.
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