Evil person
Tomas de Torquemada
Born in Spain in 1420, his name is synonymous with the Christian Inquisition's horror, religious bigotry, and cruel fanaticism. He was a fan of various forms of torture including foot roasting, use of the garrucha, and suffocation. He was made Grand Inquisitor by Pope Sixtus IV. Popes and kings alike praised his tireless efforts. The number of burnings at the stake during Torquemada's tenure has been estimated at about 2,000. Torquemada's hatred of Jews influenced Ferdinand and Isabella to expel all Jews who had not embraced Christianity.
Just to cheers us up
SM
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blue lantern / Website (3.1.07 20:32) Damned. 
Fortunately I know very nice people. thanks God Human beings aren't all perverse. |
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Strandman / Website (4.1.07 09:02) Indeed- Most people are decent and kind. This and others (prompted by the Saddam Hanging) remind me of the imperfect world we live in. |
