The Sufferings of John Coustos for Freemasonry and for His Refusing to Turn Roman Catholic in the Inquisition at Lisbon

Originally published in 1746

The Sufferings of John Coustos for Freemasonry and for His Refusing to Turn Roman Catholic in the Inquisition at Lisbon is a book written by John Coustos. It tells the story of his experiences with the Inquisition in Lisbon, Portugal, where he was imprisoned and tortured for his refusal to renounce his beliefs as a Freemason and convert to Roman Catholicism. The book details the brutal methods used by the Inquisition to extract confessions from its prisoners, including Coustos, who endured years of physical and emotional torment before finally being released. Coustos' account provides a rare glimpse into the workings of the Inquisition and the persecution of non-Catholics during the 18th century. The book is an important historical document and a powerful testament to the courage and resilience of those who stood up for their beliefs in the face of extreme adversity.1746. Where he was sentenced during four years, to the Galley; and afterwards released from thence by the gracious Interposition of his present Majesty King George II. To which is annexed the Origin of the Inquisition, with its establishment in various Countries. A distinct account of that tribunal, and with many examples of its injustice and cruelty; and the practice of the primitive church, in bringing over heretics, compared with that of the inquisition. The famous account of torture at the hands of the Portuguese Inquisition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.