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Crusade Against the Cathars
Rejecting the wealth and temporal activities of the Catholic Church, the Cathar movement adopted beliefs that denied core Catholic teaching, hence enduring persecution.
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The Cathar & Albigensian Crusade
When Rome was threatened with the usurpation of it's influence in matters of knowledge and learning, it began the first crusade against local Europeans.
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Women in Cathar and Gnostic Communities and Some Conclusions
This is a discussion of the role of women in Cathar and Gnostic communities, as well as the appeal of Catharism and Gnosticism to women. This is the final article in the series on Catharism.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism Part 4
This is a short discussion of the organization of the Cathar church, including their beliefs regarding creation and their preaching activities. Citations are available upon request.
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Carcassonne – Enchanting Fortress in France
This medieval chateau situated on the banks of the Aude river in the South of France attracts thousands of tourists each year with its sheer beauty and mystique.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism Continued
This is an introduction to the behaviors common to Catharism and Gnosticism.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism Part 3
This is a short introduction to the material available and sources for the study of Catharism in the Middle Ages. Citations are available upon request.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism Part 3
This is a short introduction to the material available and sources for the study of Catharism in the Middle Ages. Citations are available upon request.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism, Continued
This is a discussion of ritual parallels between the Cathars and earlier dualistic groups, including the gnostics and bogomils.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism: Part 2
This article briefly introduces several other possible origins for the Cathar heresy, including the Paulicians and Bogomils. Citations are available upon request.
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Cathar Connections to Gnosticism: Part: 1
This is a brief introduction to the Cathar heresy and its possible origins in the Gnosticism of the Early Christian Era. Citations are available upon request.
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Labyrinth by Kate Mosse
"Labyrinth" tells the story of an archeology volunteer and her discovery about a family secret, a secret society and a connection to the Holy Grail.
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The Cathars
A Catholic sect of the Roman Catholic Church which fought hypocracies present in their time, the Cathars were slaughtered and eliminated during the crusades.
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Luxury in the Languedoc
If you fancy a luxury break in France, head for Carcassonne in the Languedoc. It not only has a sumptuous hotel, it was also the historic heart of Cathar Country.
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Montaillou: The Promised Land of Error
In Emmanuel Le Roy Ladurie's work, Montaillou: The Promised Land of Error, the author conducts an in-depth examination of the medieval French town of Montaillou.
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The Sentier Cathare Long Distance Footpath
The French 'Sentier Cathare' hiking trail runs for two hundred and forty kilometres, from the Mediterranean coast to the Pyrenees foothills.
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Passion of the Christian: Literal Thinking and Violence Portrayed
A commentary on the new Mel Gibson film, The Passion of the Christ.
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Montsegur and the Cathars
Cathar oppostion to the Church of Rome culminated in an act of barbarism which still brings hundreds of visitors to a remote commune in the foothills of the Pyrenees
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Star Wars Cloak of Deception Book Summary
Cloak of Deception is a Star Wars Expanded Universe novel by James Luceno.
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The First General Council of Nicaea
Many of the earliest General Councils were formed to define dogma and remove heresies.
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The Fourth General Council of the Lateran
There is little order in the timing of the General Councils of the church.
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The Top Five Best Sacred Buildings in Toulouse
Toulouse, in the Cathartic heart of South West France, has a passionate religious history which perhaps explains why it has so many splendid sacred building.
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Things to See and Do in Narbonne, France
Narbonne's compact size, range of sights and proximity to other attractions make it a worthwhile destination for visitors to the South of France.
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Canal cruising in France
Take a vacation on board a boat and you'll see a different side of France. Explore Burgundy or the south, the dramatic Lot river or Celtic Brittany's forests and marshes.
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Gnosticism and Its Affect on Christianity
Rejecting the spheres of good and evil, Gnostics turned within themselves to experience Christ on a deeper level by emphasizing positive spirituality.
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The Third General Council of the Lateran
Another task of the General Councils was to supply a common understanding between the different languages spoken by those attending.
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