Unraveling the Spanish Inquisition

This chapter explores the historical context and complexities surrounding the Spanish Inquisition, shedding light on its royal and ecclesiastical duality. It emphasizes the misconceptions about its nature and operations, highlighting the Inquisition's role as an instrument of royal power rather than merely a church-led endeavor. The discussion also critiques the simplifying narratives that portray the Inquisition as solely a brutal institution, revealing a more nuanced understanding of its practices and implications.