Historical Events tagged with "disputation"
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Interfaith Debate at Louis IX's Instigation
An interfaith debate was initiated by Louis IX of France between a Christian monk and four prominent rabbis, focusing on theological differences and the justification of Christianity. The debate aimed to address the growing tensions between Jewish and Christian communities in medieval Europe, set against the backdrop of the increasing authority of the Church in matters of belief and doctrine. This was a significant event in the strained relations between these faiths, marking a formal platform for religious discourse, though it ultimately leaned towards a Christian perspective.
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