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Grand Inquisitor

Noun: A highly ranked official in the Spanish Inquisition who was responsible for investigating, interrogating, and punishing heretics and citizens deemed to be threats to the orthodox Catholic faith.

Example sentence: The Grand Inquisitor, with his black robe and stern gaze, instilled fear in the hearts of those accused of heresy.

Book: The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Description: In Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel "The Brothers Karamazov," the character of the Grand Inquisitor appears in a parable recited by Ivan Karamazov. The Grand Inquisitor represents the embodiment of religious authority and power, raising thought-provoking questions about faith, freedom, and the nature of God's love.

Example sentence: The chapter in "The Brothers Karamazov" where Ivan tells the story of the Grand Inquisitor is considered one of the most influential passages in literature.

Movie: The Name of the Rose

Description: Set in the 14th century, "The Name of the Rose" is a movie adaptation of Umberto Eco's novel. It tells the story of a Franciscan friar investigating a series of mysterious deaths inside a medieval abbey. The character of the Grand Inquisitor plays a significant role in the film, representing the Catholic Church's strength during the time of the Inquisition.

Example sentence: The Grand Inquisitor's relentless pursuit of heretics in "The Name of the Rose" adds suspense to the gripping narrative.