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Galileo Galilei Recants Heliocentric Theory

Galileo Galilei was compelled by the Holy Office in Rome to recant his heliocentric views, asserting that the Sun is at the center of the universe rather than the Earth. This occurred after considerable controversy stemming from his support of Copernican theory, which contradicted the established geocentric model endorsed by the Church. Galileo's trial highlighted the tensions between science and religious doctrine.

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