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Catharism

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[kath-er-iz-uhm, kath-ahr-] / ˈkæθ ərˌɪz əm, ˈkæθ ɑr- /

noun

  1. the teachings and practices of the Cathars; characterized by strict asceticism or theological dualism.


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In the mid 13th century it provided refuge for survivors of Catharism.

From National Geographic

Always wanted to know more about Catharism and the Albigensian Crusade?

From New York Times

With the disappearance of Catharism, Languedoc became as much a part of the monarchy as l’Isle de France, and the career of its Inquisition merges into that of the rest of the kingdom.

From Project Gutenberg

The documents of the Inquisition constantly refer to “heresy and Waldensianism,” designating Catharism by the former term as the heresy par excellence.

From Project Gutenberg

The influence of Catharism on the Catholic church was enormous.

From Project Gutenberg