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The War on Heresy
Faith and Power in Medieval Europe
Book • 2016
In *The War on Heresy*, R.I.
Moore delves into the complex dynamics of medieval Europe, arguing that the persecution of heretics was often driven by political and social anxieties rather than purely theological concerns.
The book examines the rise of Catharism and the Church's response, revealing how heresy was used as a tool for consolidating power and authority.
Moore delves into the complex dynamics of medieval Europe, arguing that the persecution of heretics was often driven by political and social anxieties rather than purely theological concerns.
The book examines the rise of Catharism and the Church's response, revealing how heresy was used as a tool for consolidating power and authority.
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