Catharism

[kath-er-iz-uhm, kath-ahr-]

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.

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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.

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

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The influence of Catharism on the Catholic church was enormous.

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