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Galileo's clash with the Catholic Church

The complex and nuanced historical event involving Galileo's conflict with the Catholic Church, including the 1616 and 1633 episodes, and the subsequent reinterpretation of the event by modern historians.

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How has historical interpretation of Galileo's treatment by the Church changed over time?

Historical readings of Galileo’s clash with the Catholic Church have swung from a straightforward “science vs. religion” martyr narrative popularized by Enlightenment and 19th‑century commentators to ...