Papal Persecutions | John Foxe
Deep Dive into Foxe's Book of Martyrs by John Foxe - Papal Persecutions
The historical record shifts from ancient pagan persecution to severe medieval measures enacted by the papal Church during the Dark Ages. Early reform efforts began with leaders like Berengarius and Peter Bruis, who preached scripture-based doctrines in purity. The storm subsequently fell upon the Waldenses in France, followers of Peter Waldo, who opposed popery and sought to restore primitive Gospel principles. To suppress these movements, Pope Innocent III authorized inquisitors, establishing the Dominican order to…
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