Inquisition
From the persecution of religions and beliefs to the torture and execution of witches, it chronicles the atrocities that have been perpetrated in the name of faith.
- 2014-2014
- 1 season
- Documentary
From the persecution of religions and beliefs to the torture and execution of witches, it chronicles the atrocities that have been perpetrated in the name of faith.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2014
Episode 1
Templars & Cathars
Episode 2
Spanish Inquisition
Episode 3
The Tudor Heretics
44 mins
It's not clear if the process against the Templars was initiated by the Inquisition or if the Inquisition was exploited by the king of France, Philip the Fair, but in 1307 the King ordered the arrest of all Knights Templar across Europe. Some fled to South West France, some to Italy and some to Scotland, and units of the King's army were dispatched to hunt them down and kill them if necessary.
Episode 4