FAQ About Giordano Bruno
What was the role of the Roman Inquisition in Giordano Bruno's trial?
The Roman Inquisition played a crucial role in Giordano Bruno's trial. Founded to combat heresy within the Catholic Church, the Inquisition interrogated, tried, and punished individuals whose beliefs were deemed dangerous. Bruno's espousal of ideas considered heretical, such as his rejection of key Catholic doctrines and his support for the concept of an infinite universe, brought him into direct conflict with the Inquisition, which ultimately led to his execution after a prolonged trial that lasted several years.
