Durand Huesca and the Poor Catholics Flashcards
What were the Poor Catholics?
A group of reconciled Waldenses led by a Catalan Cleric, Durand of Huesca. They preached against Dualist heresies like Catharism, and also preached to ‘friends’ – typically artisans or merchants who attached themselves to local schools.
Who led the reconciled Waldenses known as the ‘Poor Catholics’?
Durand of Huesca
What were the ‘Poor Catholics’ preaching against?
Dualist heresies like Catharism
Who were the ‘friends’ of the Poor Catholics?
Artisans or merchants who attached themselves to local schools
What event led to the reconciliation of the “Poor Lombards”?
The restoration of their schola in Milan in 1209, which was destroyed by the bishop
What happened at Elne near Perpignan?
The preaching of the Poor Catholics led to clashes with local clergy
What were the clergy’s complaints against the Poor Catholics?
The sermons of the Poor Catholics were more popular than those of ordained priests
How did Innocent III react to the situation in Elne?
He stressed the importance of keeping true believers in the Church
What was the outcome of Bishop William’s investigation of Durand’s followers at Elne?
Durand’s followers were found to be living according to their propositum
What did Innocent III write to the clergy in Narbonne about Durand and his followers?
They were good Catholics who accepted confessions of faith
Who was Bernard Prim and what did Innocent III approve about him and his Waldensian followers?
Bernard Prim and his Waldensian followers had their ‘propositum’ approved by Innocent III in 1212, committing them to a life of voluntary poverty. They were prohibited from celebrating the Eucharist without an ordained priest.
What was the Poor Catholics’ agreement with the Church, as defended by Innocent III? | | |
They would follow a life of regular prayer in a semi-monastic community, wear simple habits, and observe traditional monastic vows
How did the excommunication of Waldensians affect the movement? |
It created a divide between those who wished to remain within the Church and those who wished to challenge its authority | | The Inquisition targeted both the reconciled Poor Catholics and the more radical Waldensians, often treating them as one heretical group |
What role did the Inquisition play in dealing with the Poor Catholics?
The Inquisition targeted both the reconciled Poor Catholics and the more radical Waldensians, often treating them as one heretical group |
