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The Portuguese Inquisition in Goa: Fear and Fire
In this episode, Lucas and Luna delve into the darker corners of Portugal's empire in Asia, focusing on the Goa Inquisition. They explore how the Inquisition, established in 1560, targeted not just New Christians but also Hindus and Buddhists, using tactics like the auto-da-fé to enforce religious uniformity. The conversation covers the role of figures like Alessandro Valignano, who clashed with the Inquisition over missionary methods, and the lasting impact on Goa's multicultural society. They also touch on the decline of the Inquisition under the Marquis of Pombal and its eventual…
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