Inquisitors

Inquisitors were officials within historical religious institutions, particularly during the Middle Ages, tasked with identifying and prosecuting heresy—beliefs or practices contrary to the church's teachings. They conducted investigations, gathered evidence, and, if necessary, enforced correction or punishment. While their role aimed to preserve religious orthodoxy, their methods could be strict and controversial. Today, the term is often associated with historical contexts, but it reflects a period where religious authorities actively sought to control beliefs and maintain doctrinal unity.