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The Portuguese Inquisition in Goa: Faith, Fear, and Empire
In 1560, the Portuguese Inquisition arrived in Goa, transforming the vibrant multicultural port into a crucible of religious persecution. This episode explores how the Inquisition targeted Hindus, Muslims, and even newly-converted Christians, destroying temples, burning books, and using public autos-da-fé to enforce Catholic orthodoxy. We examine the role of the Jesuit missionary Francis Xavier, who called for the Inquisition before his death, and the political calculations of the Portuguese crown, which saw religious uniformity as essential to colonial control. Through the stories of victims…
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