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145. Martyrs of Gorkum
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In the 16th century, Dutch Calvinists made the Netherlands a very inhospitable place for Catholics. Not only were churches, altars, and statues attacked, but 19 Franciscans and other Catholic priests were tortured & murdered for holding firm in their belief in the Real Presence.
In this episode, Scott treks thru their story, and the background for the anti-Catholic hatred in the Netherlands.
("Martyrs" series no. 2, Martyrs of Gorkum)
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163 episodes
Manage episode 409652355 series 3548840
In the 16th century, Dutch Calvinists made the Netherlands a very inhospitable place for Catholics. Not only were churches, altars, and statues attacked, but 19 Franciscans and other Catholic priests were tortured & murdered for holding firm in their belief in the Real Presence.
In this episode, Scott treks thru their story, and the background for the anti-Catholic hatred in the Netherlands.
("Martyrs" series no. 2, Martyrs of Gorkum)
To help Catholic History Trek, please consider donating via PayPal (CatholicHistoryTrek@gmail.com)
Thank you for your support!
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