medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
Diana Wright wrote:
A question from a colleague. Any comments or suggestions?
> In the spring of 1518 when your man Minio was ambassador to Rome, Leo
> tried to get a crusade going and was intent on involving all the
> nations of Europe. One of his ways of financing it was through the
> sale of indulgences. Would you happen to know if those were sold in
> the Venetian mainland state or if special incentives were given to
> those who would sign up as soldiers for the future crusade?
> Thank you for any light you can shed on this.
1518 would be a bad year to try selling indulgences :-)
John Briggs
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