Catharism in the Twelfth Century: Secular and Ecclesial Responses to Heresy Open Access
Brooks, Neil (Spring 2026)
Abstract
Catharism was the primary set of heretical beliefs that the Catholic Church faced in the twelfth century within the region of Languedoc in Southern Francia. For more than two decades in the early part of the century, the Catholic Church engaged in various methods of repression of these ideas. The Albigensian Crusade, the first military conflict of its kind within Western Europe, marked a turning point in how the Church sought to enforce orthodoxy. The Albigensian Crusade had a lasting impact on the people living in southern Francia. Large swaths of the area were brought under the direct control of the Capetian king after the Treaty of Paris was signed in 1229. This treaty also laid the groundwork for the inquisitorial process to expand greatly within the region, as Raymond VII was forced to agree to grant the church authority to find and persecute heretics within his lands.
Table of Contents
Section Not Used
About this Honors Thesis
| School | |
|---|---|
| Department | |
| Degree | |
| Submission | |
| Language |
|
| Research Field | |
| Keyword | |
| Committee Chair / Thesis Advisor | |
| Committee Members |
Primary PDF
| Thumbnail | Title | Date Uploaded | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Catharism in the Twelfth Century: Secular and Ecclesial Responses to Heresy () | 2026-05-01 08:47:35 -0400 |
|
Supplemental Files
| Thumbnail | Title | Date Uploaded | Actions |
|---|