I have to say that the Dove of Minerve was a moving experience - Minerve itself was a totally moving experience. The population of Minerve were slaughtered, burnt alive by the catholic crusade against the Cathars. Religion and politics - partners in crime. No different to Hitlers crusade against the Jews.
For some further information on Catharism in the Languedoc, this wikipedia link will offer an insight.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catharism
There are some very cruel people in this world!! Keep well Diane
ReplyDeleteDiane,
DeleteIsn't good to know that there are also many more kind people though.
I will go along with that :-) Have a good weekend, Diane
DeleteAnimals are not as cruel as humans! My son and I stopped by Minerve quickly on our way to toulouse, taking back country roads.
ReplyDeleteNadege,
DeleteI'm really sorry that you don't blog as I think you must have and also have had a very interesting life.
I've not been to Minerve but how very tragic! an entire community slaughtered.
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