Introduction

At an auto da fe in 16th century Portugal, Diego Lopes was chained to a stake and a pyre was lit. Then, according to both Christian and Jewish witnesses, he mysteriously disappeared in front of thousands of astonished spectators. What really happened? And can love, strong enough to cross a religious divide, survive the fires of the Inquisition? The answers to these questions are the story of Acts of Faith.

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Chapter 1

Few members of the Society of Jesus, at that time, were more distinguished than Antonio Vieira who… characterized the Holy Office of Portugal as a tribunal which served only to deprive men of their fortunes, their honor, and their lives, while unable to discriminate between guilt and innocence; it was known to be holy only in name, while its works were cruelty and injustice, unworthy of rational beings, although it was always proclaiming its superior piety. ... view entire excerpt...

Discussion Questions

Was Ari a loyal or subversive Catholic?

Was Maria's interest in Judaism primarily a protest against the Inquisition?

Was Chico more a man of science than he was a man of faith?

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