Historical Events tagged with "torture"
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Papal Bull Authorizes Torture of Heretics
Pope Innocent IV issued the papal bull ‘Ad extirpanda’, which gave ecclesiastical authorities the power to use torture against heretics. This document outlined conditions for the application of torture, aiming to maintain the integrity of faith and enforce religious conformity. The bull responded to escalating concerns about heresy and was a pivotal moment in the history of the Medieval Inquisition, influencing judicial practices for years to come.
Continue ReadingBishop Thomas Resigns Amid Scandal
Thomas, the first known Bishop of Finland, confessed to serious crimes including torture and forgery. Following his confession, he was granted resignation from his ecclesiastical position. The implications of his actions had a profound impact on the Church's authority in the region, highlighting issues of morality and governance within clerical leadership.
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