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Name:
Tomas de Torquemada
Dates:
Born: 1420
Died: September 16, 1498
Biography:
A Dominican monk, Torquemada joined the Inquisition in 1482 and later served as the
Spanish Grand Inquisitor under Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand. He himself was
descended from Jews, but he encouraged the Spanish rulers to expel the Jews from
Spain, something they did in 1492. Higher authorities made a few attempts to restrain
him, but he pursued heresy and promoted the Inquisition with unusual force, being
personally responsible for the execution of at least 2,000 people.
Also Known As: none
Alternate Spellings: Tomas de Turrecremata
Common Misspellings: none
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