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Posthumous burning of David Joris

When
1559
Where
Basel
Episodes
1

Following the revelation of his theology to Basel authorities in 1559, David Joris was posthumously convicted of heresy. His body was exhumed and burned in Basel on 13 May 1559.

Episodes

  1. 13 May 1559 · BaselPosthumous Conviction and Burning

    Joris was convicted of heresy in Basel after his theology was revealed to authorities, leading to the exhumation and burning of his body.

Background and detail

Posthumous Punishment. In 1559, Joris' theological views were revealed to the authorities of Basel. This disclosure led to his posthumous conviction for heresy. As a result, his remains were exhumed and subjected to burning in the city on 13 May 1559.

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Sources

  1. David Joris Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-03

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