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The Portuguese Inquisition in Goa: Faith, Fear, and Assimilation
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Portuguese Inquisition in Goa, a lesser-known but brutal chapter of colonial history. They discuss how the Inquisition was established in 1560, targeting converts from Hinduism and Islam suspected of secretly practicing their old faiths. Lucas details the role of St. Francis Xavier, who requested the Inquisition, the auto-da-fé ceremonies in the streets of Old Goa, and the destruction of temples and manuscripts. He explains the concept of 'crypto-Hindus' and how the Inquisition used informants and forced conversions to enforce Catholic…
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