jan 1, 1233 - Heretical Inquisition
Description:
A papal bull by Gregory IX established a new branch of the inquisition in Toulouse, France, to be led by the Dominicans. It was intended to prosecute Christian groups considered heretical, such as the Cathars and the Waldensians. The Dominicans eventually evolved into the most zealous prosecutors of persons accused of witchcraft in the years leading up to the Reformation.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1233
Now
~ 793 years ago