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A short history of the inquisition

The ‘inquisition’ was used by the Catholic Church to investigate the religious beliefs of its members, and correct and punish them as necessary. This article charts the inquisition from the thirteenth century to the present day

Inquisition scene (1808–12) by Francisco Goya

inquisition An organisation in the Catholic Church, set up to investigate the religious beliefs of individuals.

hierarchy Senior officials of the Church.

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