Historical Events from This Year 1245
Religion & Philosophy
Bishop Thomas Resigns Amid Scandal
February 21st, 1245 780 years ago
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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