sacred threads of dissent: tracing the cathar movement

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07/08/23 • 35 min

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Immerse yourself in the enigmatic realm of the Cathars, a ‘heretical’ Christian sect that thrived amidst the tapestry of Western Europe during the mystical ages of the 12th and 13th centuries. Within the depths of this captivating episode, you shall be transported to the sacred domain of the grail mysteries, where secrets lie veiled in ancient wisdom. You’ll learn about Cathar beliefs and teachings, Cathar heresy and its origins, the Cathar persecution, and the Albigensian Crusade. Together, we will dive into the essence of Cathar beliefs, unraveling the profound truths that made these spiritual warriors a formidable adversary to the esteemed institution of the Catholic Church. Unveiling the shroud of history, we shall bear witness to the chilling specter of one of medieval Europe's most cataclysmic chapters—a devastating genocide that echoes through the corridors of time. Immerse yourself in this auditory odyssey, where the echoes of the Cathars' enigmatic legacy beckon us to unravel the profound significance they hold in the annals of humanity's spiritual evolution. Night night, bitch.

SELECTED READINGS // “The Cathars: Les Bons Hommes” (https://domainedepalatz.com/en/cathar-country/the-cathars/), and https://www.cathar.info/.

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SELECTED READINGS // “The Cathars: Les Bons Hommes” (https://domainedepalatz.com/en/cathar-country/the-cathars/), and https://www.cathar.info/.

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SELECTED READING: “Roman Catholic Propaganda” https://www.cathar.info/cathar_catholic.htm#propaganda

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