| Author |
Henry IV, King of France, 1553-1610 |
| Title |
Edict du Roy, & Declaration sur les precedents Edicts de Pacification
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| Original Publication |
France: Iamet Mettayer & P. l'Huillier, 1599.
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| Credits |
Produced by Hans Pieterse, Claudine Corbasson (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr)
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| Summary |
"Edict du Roy, & Declaration sur les precedents Edicts de Pacification" by Henry IV is a historical document written in the late 16th century. This edict was published in Paris and aims to address the civil unrest and religious conflicts that plagued France during this period, particularly between Catholic and Reformed (Huguenot) factions. It outlines the measures taken to restore peace and establish the Catholic religion while also addressing the rights of the various religious groups. The opening of the document sets a formal tone as it begins by addressing the reader and outlining the purpose of the text. Henry IV reflects on the challenging circumstances of his accession to the throne, emphasizing the necessity for unity and peace after a long period of upheaval. The edict discusses previous grievances and the need for reconciliation, stating the intent to re-establish the Catholic Church's authority while allowing the Reformed Church to coexist under certain conditions. It conveys the king's commitment to promote stability and a harmonious society through a series of legal measures and protections for both Catholics and Protestants. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
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| Subject |
Church and state -- France
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| Subject |
France. Edit de Nantes
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71298 |
| Release Date |
Jul 30, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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