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Aspiring Saints: Pretense of Holiness, Inquisition, and Gender in the Republic of Venice, 16181750,Used
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Winner of an Honorable Mention in the Professional/Scholarly Publishing Awards given by the Association of American PublishersBetween 1618 and 1750, sixteen peoplenine women and seven menwere brought to the attention of the ecclesiastical authorities in Venice because they were reporting visions, revelations, and special privileges from heaven. All were investigated, and most were put on trial by the Holy Office of the Inquisition on a charge of heresy under various rubrics that might be translated as 'pretense of holiness.'Anne Jacobson Schutte looks closely at the institutional, cultural, and religious contexts that gave rise to the phenomenon of visionaries in Venice. To explain the worldview of the prosecutors as well as the prosecuted, Schutte examines inquisitorial trial dossiers, theological manuals, spiritual treatises, and medical works that shaped early modern Italians' understanding of the differences between orthodox Catholic belief and heresy. In particular, she demonstrates that socially constructed assumptions about males and females affected how the Inquisition treated the accused parties. The women charged with heresy were nonelites who generally claimed to experience ecstatic visions and receive messages; the men were usually clergy who responded to these women without claiming any supernatural experience themselves. Because they 'should have known better,' the men were judged more harshly by authorities.Placing the events in a context larger than just the inquisitorial process, Aspiring Saints sheds new light on the history of religion, the dynamics of gender relations, and the ambiguous boundary between sincerity and pretense in early modern Italy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Aspiring Saints'? A: 'Aspiring Saints' explores the intersection of holiness, gender, and the Inquisition in Venice from 1618 to 1750, focusing on how societal norms influenced the treatment of visionaries by ecclesiastical authorities.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Anne Jacobson Schutte, who provides an in-depth analysis of the historical and cultural context of the period.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Aspiring Saints'? A: 'Aspiring Saints' has a total of 360 pages, offering a comprehensive examination of its subject matter.
- Q: In what format is the book available? A: 'Aspiring Saints' is available in hardcover format, ensuring durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was 'Aspiring Saints' published? A: 'Aspiring Saints' was published on May 18, 2001.
- Q: What types of sources does the author use in the book? A: Anne Jacobson Schutte utilizes inquisitorial trial dossiers, theological manuals, spiritual treatises, and medical works to provide a detailed understanding of the era's beliefs and practices.
- Q: Is the book suitable for academic research? A: 'Aspiring Saints' is well-suited for academic research, having received an Honorable Mention in the Professional/Scholarly Publishing Awards, indicating its scholarly value.
- Q: What historical period does the book cover? A: 'Aspiring Saints' covers the historical period between 1618 and 1750 in Venice, focusing on the Inquisition's impact on individuals accused of heresy.
- Q: Does the book address gender dynamics? A: Yes, the book examines how gender dynamics influenced the treatment of accused parties during the Inquisition, highlighting differences in the experiences of men and women.
- Q: What audience would benefit from reading 'Aspiring Saints'? A: The book is beneficial for scholars, students of history, and anyone interested in the intersection of gender, religion, and societal norms in early modern Italy.