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Influence of the Catholic Church
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What is the primary focus of the section titled 'Subliminal Rome'?

  • Psychological impacts of Roman ideology on followers (correct)
  • Influence of Roman culture on modern society
  • Hidden themes in Roman architectural design
  • The historical significance of Roman governance

    • Which chapter discusses the implications of the 'Immaculate Conception'?

  • Chapter 17
  • Chapter 19
  • Chapter 22 (correct)
  • Chapter 24

    • In which chapter is 'The Madness of King George III' analyzed?

  • Chapter 10
  • Chapter 5
  • Chapter 3
  • Chapter 15 (correct)

    • What key element does Saussy argue identifies the group that runs the world?

    <p>Signs, mottos, and monuments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is likely explored in the chapter titled 'Tweaking the Religious Right'?

    <p>How religion adapts to modern political landscapes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific statue is mentioned as occupying a high point on the U.S. Capitol building?

    <p>The Statue of Freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chapter 13, 'The Secret Bridge', likely address?

    <p>Unveiling hidden alliances in history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Saussy, what happens when people learn about the true rulers of America?

    <p>They gain a deeper understanding of history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical timeframe does Saussy's analysis cover?

    <p>Six thousand years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept is likely examined in 'The Dogma of Independence'?

    <p>Philosophical underpinnings of democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Pat Shannon refer to 'Rulers of Evil' as?

    <p>An indispensable study book</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which chapter is 'Medici Learning' explored?

    <p>Chapter 4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter title suggests a focus on the interplay between death and rebirth?

    <p>Chapter 19</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Saussy suggest is necessary to begin to understand the group controlling America?

    <p>Understanding their symbols and monuments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of evidence does Saussy match historical clues against in his work?

    <p>The Bible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'American Graffiti' likely analyze?

    <p>Street art and its cultural significance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author imply about conventional perceptions of power?

    <p>They ignore visible signs of control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theme might be addressed in 'Moving In'?

    <p>Settling into new societies and adapting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main role of the Jesuits as described in the text?

    <p>To work exclusively for the Pope.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the Huguenots, as discussed in the text?

    <p>French Protestants persecuted in their homeland.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant event that led to the Huguenots settling in America?

    <p>Persecution leading them to leave France.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what century did the Jesuits reportedly become less controversial?

    <p>Nineteenth century.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'swordless army' refer to in the context of the Jesuits?

    <p>Their exclusive service to the Pope.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason given for the Jesuits getting into trouble with civil governments?

    <p>Their attempts to exert Papal authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the speaker forget about as they focused on their college career?

    <p>The troubles of the Jesuits and Huguenots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did the Huguenots reportedly settle after their persecution?

    <p>Georgia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following areas is NOT governed by the committees and subcommittees of the United States Senate and House of Representatives?

    <p>Space Exploration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the specific oversight responsibilities of these committees?

    <p>Urban Development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following issues is related to health according to the committees and subcommittees outlined?

    <p>Drug and Alcohol Abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of consumer awareness is suggested to be covered by the committees?

    <p>Consumer Protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area concerning the environment does the committee address?

    <p>Environmental Pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of these committees concerning drug-related issues?

    <p>Drug Labeling and Packaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is related to financial oversight responsibilities mentioned in the committees' roles?

    <p>Insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following individuals was NOT listed as a member of these committees?

    <p>Barack Obama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following topics is related to labor issues in the committees' areas?

    <p>Unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of economic policy is mentioned in relation to the committees' responsibilities?

    <p>Economic Stabilization Measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Bull of Indulgence issued by Pope Leo X?

    <p>To grant pardons for sins in exchange for money</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much did one have to pay for absolution from committing murder according to the indulgences?

    <p>12 ducats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major architectural project was funded by half the revenues from the sale of indulgences?

    <p>St. Peter's Cathedral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document did Martin Luther famously post in protest against the indulgence sales?

    <p>The Ninety-five Theses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Luther encourage Christians to pursue instead of purchasing indulgences?

    <p>A false assurance of peace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long was Martin Luther detained in Wartburg Castle?

    <p>Ten months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the father of Pope Leo X, a significant figure in Florence?

    <p>Lorenzo de' Medici</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the items claimed to be owned by the church that was worth millions of years of indulgences?

    <p>A lock of the Holy Virgin's hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual served as the Director of the CIA during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?

    <p>William Casey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Joseph Biden was a part of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the National Security Advisor mentioned in the document?

    <p>Richard Allen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The entire Senate Foreign Relations Committee was governed by __________.

    <p>Roman Catholics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their respective positions:

    <p>Alexander Haig = Secretary of State George Mitchell = Senate Majority Leader Tom Foley = Speaker of the House William Wilson = Ambassador to the Vatican State</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which senator was responsible for the International Economic Policy?

    <p>Christopher Dodd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The document states that Roman Catholics had no influence over federal legislative activity.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Martin Luther do while imprisoned at Wartburg Castle?

    <p>Translated the New Testament into German</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one responsibility held by the committees and subcommittees as described in the text.

    <p>Oversight of international affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inigo experienced a transformation in his attachment to Princess Catherine to a higher attachment to Mary, the Queen of Heaven.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary conflict defined by the simultaneous quests for holiness by Luther and Inigo?

    <p>Which Master Do I Serve, Rome or the Word of God?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vernon Walters held the title of __________ during this period.

    <p>Ambassador-at-Large</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inigo's attachment to Princess Catherine transformed into an attachment to Mary, the __________ of Heaven.

    <p>Queen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who among the following was not directly mentioned as part of the Roman Catholic leadership in American domestic policy?

    <p>Ronald Reagan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following figures with their actions or beliefs:

    <p>Martin Luther = Translated the New Testament into German Inigo = Had a mystical vision of the Virgin The Knights Templar = Defended the Church's honor Pope Leo X = Sold indulgences for church funds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Main Street Journal primarily report on?

    <p>Consequences of economic rights activism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Framers of the Constitution voted in favor of the monetary system being advocated in the Main Street Journal.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did James Earl Ray want to help him write his autobiography?

    <p>The author of the Main Street Journal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The MSJ was published more or less __________.

    <p>monthly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their associated descriptions:

    <p>James Earl Ray = Assassin of Dr. Martin Luther King The Framers of the Constitution = Voted against the detrimental monetary system The Supreme Court = Never ruled the monetary system constitutional The author = Launched the Main Street Journal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred two years after the author's trial?

    <p>Decision by the Supreme Court on his case</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author believed that James Earl Ray was wrongly condemned for his actions.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the governing bodies lose due to the author's activism?

    <p>Appearance of legitimacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is identified as a key figure in a Jesuit strategy that influenced the American Revolution?

    <p>Lorenzo Ricci</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Jesuits played a prominent role in encouraging New Englanders to remain loyal to Great Britain during the American Revolution.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did the journey of investigation regarding Jesuit influence in American history begin?

    <p>1987</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The events that led to Great Britain's division in 1776 were attributed to an ingenious Jesuit _____ .

    <p>strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following historical figures with their contributions or roles:

    <p>Robert Bellarmine = Influential Jesuit cardinal Joseph Amiot = Jesuit involved in American history Daniel Coxe = Worked on land claims in America John Carroll = First bishop in the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change occurred in the author's perception as a result of the investigation?

    <p>An understanding of the role of Jesuits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The investigation into Jesuit involvement was completed within two years.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one of the essential figures beside Jefferson and Adams mentioned in relation to America's constitutional origins.

    <p>Francis Thorpe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author worked on the investigation from ____ to ____ .

    <p>Florida Keys, Puget Sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The events leading to the American Revolution were solely the work of British discontent.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was declared a heresy by Pope Gregory IX in the 13th century?

    <p>Unauthorized Bible study</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inquisition punished all Christians equally regardless of their beliefs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did local priests play during the Inquisition?

    <p>They were ordered to summon their congregations to hear sermons against heresy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pope Gregory IX established the __________ to manage the persecution of heretics.

    <p>Pontifical Inquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following events to their descriptions:

    <p>Authorization of Inquisition = To control heretical movements Pope Gregory IX's decree = Declared unauthorized Bible study a heresy Dark Ages = Period of suppressed Bible readings Christian assemblies = Preserved early Church Scriptures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one consequence for those accused of heresy during the Inquisition?

    <p>They faced execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inquisition treated any departure from community life as a potential sign of heresy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the term 'Dark Ages' in relation to the Bible?

    <p>It refers to the period of suppressed intelligent reading of the Bible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pope Gregory IX's response to unauthorized Bible study was that it is the duty of every Catholic to __________ heretics.

    <p>persecute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the inquisitors' approach upon entering a town?

    <p>They required the governor's cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual served as the Secretary of State during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?

    <p>Alexander Haig</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee were Roman Catholics.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Director of the CIA mentioned in the document?

    <p>William Casey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Judge William ______ was a National Security Advisor during the Reagan administration.

    <p>Clark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their respective roles:

    <p>Joseph Biden = Subcommittee on European Affairs Paul Sarbanes = Trade, Oceans, and Environment Daniel P. Moynihan = Near Eastern and South Asian Affairs Tom Foley = Speaker of the House</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which senator was responsible for the Terrorism, Narcotics, and International Communications subcommittee?

    <p>John Kerry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The document states that there was no area of federal legislative activity not controlled by a Roman Catholic.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who served as the Ambassador to the Vatican State?

    <p>William Wilson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The National Security Advisor mentioned in the document besides Judge William Clark is ______.

    <p>Richard Allen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual was noted as a National Security Advisor and a Roman Catholic?

    <p>Judge William Clark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group did Carroll Quigley claim was focused on world domination?

    <p>A small but powerful group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    F. Tupper Saussy occupied himself with the investigation of the powerful groups while being a fugitive.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who published 'The Protocols of the Elders of Zion'?

    <p>Victor Marsden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to conspiracy theories, the world is run by __________ factions.

    <p>secret</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals or groups with their alleged activities:

    <p>Freemasons = Control of society Skull &amp; Bones = Elite secret society CIA = Intelligence operations Mossad = Israeli intelligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did many Jewish writers claim in response to the publication of 'The Protocols of the Elders of Zion'?

    <p>It was an anti-Semitic plot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Carroll Quigley was known to be a professor at __________ University.

    <p>Georgetown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    F. Tupper Saussy completed his investigation into the powers that be without facing any legal repercussions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is regarded as the apostle and patron saint of France?

    <p>Denis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Martin Luther doing during his imprisonment in Wartburg Castle?

    <p>Translating the New Testament into German</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Missionary adaptation refers to bringing the papacy's needs in line with existing social patterns.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two companions are mentioned alongside Denis in the text?

    <p>Rusticus and Eleutherius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Loyola had a spiritual experience that led him away from secular attachments.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conflict is described as defining modern life's underlying issue?

    <p>Which Master Do I Serve, Rome or the Word of God?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The adjustment of mission to cultural requirements is known as __________.

    <p>missionary adaptation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The spiritual attachment to Princess Catharina transformed into an attachment to Mary, the __________.

    <p>Queen of Heaven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their roles:

    <p>Pope Gregory IX = Founder of the Inquisition Frederick II = Holy Roman Emperor Denis = Patron saint of France Eleutherius = Deacon martyred near Paris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been a significant challenge to missionary adaptation?

    <p>Scripture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following figures with their actions or beliefs:

    <p>Martin Luther = Ninety-Five Theses against indulgences Ignatius of Loyola = Spiritual Exercises Protestantism = Challenge to the Catholic Church Mary, Queen of Heaven = Spiritual devotion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rome and the Bible have always had a harmonious relationship.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the United States and Catholicism?

    <p>The U.S. is not perceived as a Catholic system despite the influence of Rome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Every ruled society has some form of __________.

    <p>holy scripture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical figure excommunicated Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II?

    <p>Pope Gregory IX</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the charge filed against the speaker on July 31st?

    <p>Willful failure to file tax returns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Jesuits are accused of being responsible for the American Inquisition.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the speaker claim to have covered regarding tax and monetary laws?

    <p>Some truths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The charges against the speaker were filed on the Feast Day of __________.

    <p>St. Ignatius Loyola</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following figures with their roles or associations:

    <p>St. Ignatius Loyola = Founding father of the Society of Jesus John MacCoon = IRS Huguenots = Protestant group persecuted in France Roman Inquisition = Administered by the Jesuits since 1542</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term was incorrectly used by authorities to label the speaker?

    <p>Tax evader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The speaker was ultimately acquitted of charges related to 1977 tax filings.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the duration of the proceedings that followed the charges against the speaker?

    <p>Eleven months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The higher courts upheld the verdict concerning the speaker's failure in the year __________.

    <p>1977</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant action taken by the authorities against the speaker during the trial?

    <p>Ignoring exculpatory evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main charge against the narrator?

    <p>Willful failure to file income tax returns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrator believed that the charges would not be dropped.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the prosecutor introduced to the narrator?

    <p>John Mac Coon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrator was in a federal court in __________.

    <p>Chattanooga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following statements with the individuals involved:

    <p>Narrator = Scheduled to be arraigned John Mac Coon = Prosecutor and Jesuit IRS = Found no tax liability Cousin = Ordained with John Mac Coon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What made John Mac Coon visibly agitated during their conversation?

    <p>Their shared connection through relatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrator claimed to have a letter from the IRS confirming tax liability.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suggestion did the narrator make to John Mac Coon?

    <p>Drop the charges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following individuals served as the Secretary of State during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?

    <p>Alexander Haig</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Joseph Biden was not a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one of the National Security Advisors mentioned in the document.

    <p>Richard Allen or Judge William Clark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The entire Senate Foreign Relations Committee was governed by __________.

    <p>Roman Catholics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the individuals with their respective roles:

    <p>William Casey = Director of CIA Alexander Haig = Secretary of State Richard Allen = National Security Advisor Judge William Clark = National Security Advisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Senator was responsible for the Subcommittee on European Affairs?

    <p>Joseph Biden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vernon Walters served as the Ambassador to the Vatican State.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Ambassador to the Vatican State during the Reagan/Vatican conspiracy?

    <p>William Wilson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The reported conspiracy was primarily linked to the presidency of __________.

    <p>Ronald Reagan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual was NOT listed as part of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee?

    <p>William Casey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the term used to describe the period between Constantine and Gutenberg?

    <p>The Dark Ages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Professor Carol A.B. Brown criticize regarding U.S. foreign policy?

    <p>The separation of church and state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pope Gregory IX encouraged the authorized study of the Bible.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The papacy has no influence on U.S. foreign policy according to the investigations conducted.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was established by Pope Gregory IX to manage persecution of alleged heretics?

    <p>The Pontifical Inquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter that mentioned a conspiracy involving President Reagan and Pope John Paul II?

    <p>Carl Bernstein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Pope Gregory IX, unauthorized Bible study was deemed a __________.

    <p>heresy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Pope, along with President Ronald Reagan, formed a _____ that impacted the outcome of the Cold War.

    <p>secret alliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following groups with their relationship to the Bible during the Dark Ages:

    <p>The Roman Catholic Church = Suppressed Bible reading Christian assemblies = Preserved Scripture Pope Gregory IX = Declared unauthorized study a heresy Inquisitors = Executed those accused of heresy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their claims or roles:

    <p>Carl Bernstein = Investigative reporter and author Professor Carol A.B. Brown = Critic of church's influence on state F. Tupper Saussy = Author exploring historical power dynamics Pope John Paul II = Religious leader involved in U.S. politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the effect of the alliance between President Reagan and Pope John Paul II, according to claims made?

    <p>Demise of communism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    F. Tupper Saussy attributes his insights to discussions with intelligent prisoners.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long did the author spend in private investigation before forming his conclusions?

    <p>Several years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The principle of _____ is compromised when religious leaders are perceived to influence government policy.

    <p>separation of church and state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these locations did the author conduct discussions with prisoners?

    <p>California</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the name 'Rome' recorded in property records for the area known today as the District of Columbia?

    <p>1663</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Daniel Carroll was a Protestant congressman from Maryland.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appointed Daniel Carroll to head the commission selecting land for the federal city?

    <p>George Washington</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The branch of the Potomac River bordering 'Rome' to the south was called __________.

    <p>Tiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their descriptions:

    <p>Daniel Carroll = Roman Catholic congressman from Maryland Robert Brent = First mayor of Washington Notley Young = Jesuit priest and brother-in-law of Robert Brent George Washington = Protestant president who appointed Carroll</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the comfortable houses within the bounds of Washington when Congress first met?

    <p>Robert Brent's home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The information regarding Daniel Carroll was removed from the New Catholic Encyclopedia due to its irrelevance.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two fundamental documents did Daniel Carroll sign?

    <p>Articles of Confederation and the United States Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Daniel Carroll received his education at __________ Jesuit College in Flanders.

    <p>St. Omer's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Daniel Carroll's relationship to the Calverts?

    <p>He was a direct descendant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter focuses on the implications of the 'Dome of the Great Sky'?

    <p>Chapter 21</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The chapter titled 'Marginalizing the Bible' discusses the role of the Bible in society.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is discussed in Chapter 18?

    <p>The chapter discusses 'The Stimulating Effects of Tea'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chapter 15 is titled 'The Madness of King _________.

    <p>George III</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the chapters with their central themes:

    <p>Chapter 12 = Lorenzo Ricci’s War Chapter 6 = Epitome of Christian Values Chapter 3 = Marginalizing the Bible Chapter 14 = The Dogma of Independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary theme of Chapter 1?

    <p>Subliminal manipulations in history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The chapter 'A Timely Grand Tour' discusses historical travel experiences.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Chapter 10?

    <p>Definitions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence for individuals who refused to confess guilt during the Inquisition?

    <p>They faced torture and imprisonment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All accused individuals during the Inquisition were informed of the charges against them.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological invention contributed to increased literacy in communities during the time of the Inquisition?

    <p>movable type printing press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inquisitors were commanded to show no __________ during trials.

    <p>mercy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Inquisition = A church tribunal for prosecuting heresy Torture = Methods used to extract confessions Anonymous Informants = Sources of unverified accusations Papal Treasury = Fund that benefited from property forfeitures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key feature of trials conducted by the Inquisition?

    <p>The trials were conducted secretly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The property of accused individuals was often forfeited and used to pay scribes and executioners.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was assumed about the property of accused individuals during the Inquisition?

    <p>It was gained in sin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Those who balked at testifying were subjected to __________.

    <p>torture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was one of the primary beneficiaries of the wealth amassed from the Inquisition?

    <p>The Roman system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following figures was claimed to have been re-consecrated and associated with Jesus?

    <p>Mithras</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Iñigo de Loyola's birth year?

    <p>1491</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The cross of Bacchus was accepted as an official symbol of the Crucifixion.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Iñigo de Loyola was the oldest of thirteen children.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What date was celebrated as the birthday of several gods, including Jesus?

    <p>December 25</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What title did Charles Habsburg hold that reflects his power in Europe?

    <p>Holy Roman Emperor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The feast day of St. _______ was entered on the Liturgical Calendar on October 9.

    <p>Denis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following deities with their associated attributes:

    <p>Mithras = Unconquerable Sun Dionysus = God of wine and festivity Bacchus = Roman equivalent of Dionysus Saturn = Agricultural God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Iñigo served as a page in the court of King Ferdinand and Queen __________.

    <p>Isabella</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which church proclaimed that St. Peter and St. Paul replaced Romulus and Remus as Rome’s protecting patrons?

    <p>Church of Santa Martina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following historical figures with their descriptions:

    <p>Iñigo de Loyola = Founder of the Jesuits Charles Habsburg = King Charles I of Spain Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian = Grandfather of Charles Habsburg Christopher Columbus = Explorer who sailed to the New World</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Saturnalia celebration evolved into the Christian holiday of Easter.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what century did Mithras become known as the 'unconquerable Sun'?

    <p>third century BC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The papacy transformed the words ________, _______, Eleutherei, and Rusticum into a group of Christian martyrs.

    <p>Dionysus, Bacchus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the feast held every seventh day of October in honor of Dionysus?

    <p>Festum Dionysi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Desiderius Erasmus publish in 1516?

    <p>The first printed edition of the Greek New Testament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Martin Luther supported all seven Church Sacraments as being grounded in Scripture.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which translations of the Bible appeared between 1471 and 1478?

    <p>Italian, Bohemian, Dutch, French, Spanish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Desiderius Erasmus challenged the Archbishop of Mainz's anti-Bible mentality by advocating for ____ to read the Holy Scriptures.

    <p>all people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following years with the corresponding Bible translations:

    <p>1471 = Italian Bible 1475 = Bohemian Bible 1477 = Dutch Bible 1478 = Spanish Bible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What punishment did the Archbishop of Mainz impose for unauthorized Bible-reading?

    <p>Excommunication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Only two of the seven Church Sacraments were grounded in Scripture according to Martin Luther.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Luther find shocking when he read the New Testament of Erasmus?

    <p>Absence of scriptural authority for many Church traditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The five Church Sacraments invented by post-biblical councils include Confirmation, Absolution, Ordination, Marriage, and _____.

    <p>Extreme Unction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following Bible translations was published in 1477?

    <p>Dutch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Saussy assert is necessary for revealing the group that controls America?

    <p>Understanding the origins of historical signs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Saussy's analysis goes back only two thousand years.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the book that is referred to as an indispensable study?

    <p>Rulers of Evil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The highest point on the U.S. Capitol building is occupied by a statue of __________.

    <p>Freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their roles mentioned in the content:

    <p>Tupper Saussy = Author of Rulers of Evil Pat Shannon = Journalist-at-Large Pope Leo X = Issued Bull of Indulgence Martin Luther = Protested against indulgences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Saussy, what remains invisible until certain facts are known?

    <p>The group controlling America</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Saussy believes historical clues left by rulers can be ignored.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Tupper Saussy introduce his work at a Book Expo in Los Angeles?

    <p>Last spring (year not specified)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one consequence faced by individuals accused during the Inquisition?

    <p>Confiscation of their property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The accused during the Inquisition were allowed to confront their accusers and know the charges against them.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary method used by inquisitors to compel confessions?

    <p>Torture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The invention by Johannes Gutenberg that contributed to community literacy is known as __________.

    <p>movable type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Inquisition = A church-led tribunal for prosecuting heresy Forfeiture = Loss of property due to legal penalty Papacy = The office of the Pope Executioner = The person who carries out the death penalty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the author predict about the reader after engaging with the material?

    <p>They will develop a new worldview.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author's name is Peter Fleming.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Dr. Berkeley emphasize about the author's surname?

    <p>It is French and linked to Huguenots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Huguenots were French __________.

    <p>Protestants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their roles or attributes:

    <p>Peter Fleming = Author discussing worldviews Edmund Berkeley = Professor of Botany Catherine de' Medici = Ordered massacres of Huguenots Jesuits = Catholic religious order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical reference was made regarding the Huguenots?

    <p>They were massacred by soldiers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The atmosphere at orientation was described as giddy and cheerful.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key theme of the introductory lecture by Dr. Berkeley?

    <p>Connection to history and identity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author felt different after engaging with __________ material.

    <p>challenging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the author quietly deny during the conversation with Dr. Berkeley?

    <p>Their knowledge of French history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason the narrator believed the charges against him would be dropped?

    <p>He had a letter from the IRS stating he had no tax liability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The prosecutor, John Mac Coon, was originally from Chattanooga.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the profession of the narrator's cousin mentioned in the conversation?

    <p>Jesuit priest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The bailiff's announcement signified that court was now in __________.

    <p>session</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their roles:

    <p>John Mac Coon = Prosecutor IRS District Director = Tax authority The narrator = Defendant Cousin of the narrator = Jesuit priest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During their conversation, what relation did the prosecutor claim to have with the narrator’s cousin?

    <p>They were ordained together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrator felt confident that the charges of willful failure to file would not affect his case.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the nature of the charges against the narrator?

    <p>Willful failure to file income tax returns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrator was scheduled to be arraigned on charges of __________ for three years.

    <p>income tax returns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the narrator's emotional state while waiting outside the courtroom?

    <p>Calm and confident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following areas is NOT governed by the committees and subcommittees of the United States Senate and House of Representatives?

    <p>Space exploration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The committees and subcommittees oversee issues related to health and labor.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one of the responsibilities related to environmental policy outlined in the committees' roles.

    <p>Pollution oversight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The committees also oversee financial institutions, which includes __________ regulation.

    <p>bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their political role:

    <p>Joseph Biden = Senator Edward Kennedy = Senator Dan Rostenkowski = Representative Frank Annunzio = Representative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following topics is related to the oversight of health issues by these committees?

    <p>Vaccines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Frank Annunzio was a member of the committees overseeing education.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which U.S. legislative body is involved in overseeing communications and telecommunications?

    <p>Congress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The committees also address __________ economics stabilization measures.

    <p>economic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area concerning consumer protection is mentioned in the responsibilities of these committees?

    <p>Drug labeling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for the author's appearance in court?

    <p>To face charges of willful failure to file income tax returns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author believed the charges would be upheld in court.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the prosecutor introduced to the author?

    <p>John Mac Coon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author's cousin is a ________ priest.

    <p>Jesuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following years with the events associated with them:

    <p>1977 = Year of the alleged tax violation 1978 = Year of the alleged tax violation 1979 = Year of the alleged tax violation 1980 = Not mentioned as a year of violation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the IRS District Director state regarding the author's tax liability?

    <p>There were no tax liabilities found in the author's name.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    John Mac Coon expressed interest in dropping the charges against the author.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the author suggest to the prosecutor as a better idea?

    <p>Drop the charges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Iñigo trade with a beggar?

    <p>Clothes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Iñigo was riding a horse when he set out for Rome.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What vow did Iñigo make at the chapel of the Virgin of Aranzazu?

    <p>Chastity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Iñigo dedicated himself to God's service before the statue of the __________ at Montserrat.

    <p>Black Madonna</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following figures with their roles:

    <p>Iñigo = Pilgrim to Rome Adrian VI = New Pope Leo X = Former Pope Charles Habsburg = Emperor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was declared a heresy by Pope Gregory IX in the 13th century?

    <p>Intelligent reading of the Bible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inquisition treated any opposition to the papal system as a reason for persecution.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which historical period is 'the Dark Ages' referred to?

    <p>Between Constantine and Gutenberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pope Gregory IX established the Pontifical __________ to manage persecution.

    <p>Inquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Pope Gregory IX = Declared unauthorized Bible study a heresy Pontifical Inquisition = Institution for managing religious persecution Inquisitors = Enforced strict adherence to papal authority Heresy = Opposition to the papal system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What opportunity did the inquisitors offer to the local population after their sermons?

    <p>To accuse themselves of crimes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pope Gregory IX encouraged heretics to be protected and given the right to study the Bible.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was often treated as a sin worthy of death during the Inquisition?

    <p>Any slight departure from community life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By the 13th century, Christian assemblies had grown so __________ that they garnered attention from the papacy.

    <p>vibrant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the response of the governor when inquisitors presented their credentials?

    <p>Cooperation with the inquisitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main accusation against the speaker?

    <p>Willful failure to file income tax returns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The speaker was never accused of tax evasion.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event happened on July 31st, the day charges were filed against the speaker?

    <p>It was the Feast Day of St. Ignatius Loyola.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Jesuits have administered the _________ since 1542.

    <p>Roman Inquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Jesuits = Society of Jesus founded by St. Ignatius Loyola Huguenots = French Protestants persecuted for their beliefs Roman Inquisition = Judicial system that sought to eliminate heresy Tax protestor = Someone who challenges the legitimacy of tax laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the speaker's trial for the years 1978 and 1979?

    <p>They were acquitted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Prosecutorial improprieties were excused during the speaker’s trial.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group branded the speaker as a 'tax protestor'?

    <p>The IRS, John MacCoon, and the media.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The authorities found the speaker’s stand on _______ to be offensive.

    <p>Truths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What common characterization did both the speaker and their ancestors face?

    <p>Antisocial behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Martin Luther oppose in relation to the Church's teachings?

    <p>Indulgences and the papacy's authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Martin Luther, one can save oneself from sin through God's grace alone.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What financial mechanism did the Church use to sell the rights to commit sins?

    <p>Indulgences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary document that Luther posted to protest the sale of indulgences is called the __________.

    <p>95 Theses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their meanings:

    <p>Indulgences = Payments to the Church for the forgiveness of sins Celibacy = The state of abstaining from marriage Grace = Unmerited favor from God Pilgrimages = Journeys to sacred sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Pope was known for granting the indulgences that Luther protested?

    <p>Pope Leo X</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Luther believed that participation in the Sacraments was essential for salvation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What project was financed by the proceeds of the Butterbriefe indulgence?

    <p>A bridge at Torgau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Church's practice of selling rights to sin was known as the __________ economy.

    <p>indulgence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much was the annual privilege paid for under the Butterbriefe indulgence?

    <p>20th of a guilder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction

    • The author argues that the true rulers, whose influence is often ignored, reveal themselves through signs, mottos, and monuments.
    • He uses historical clues and Bible references to back his claim.
    • The book is an indispensable study resource.

    Chapter 1: Subliminal Rome

    • The author discusses the influence of the Roman Catholic Church and the Society of Jesus (Jesuits).
    • The author points out that the Vatican has a history of influencing civil governments.
    • The author is of Huguenot descent: a Protestant group targeted by Roman Catholicism for their faith. He notes the parallels between the treatment of Huguenots and Jews throughout history.
    • The author reflects on a conversation he had at 30 about the Jesuits. He compares the historical persecution of Huguenots by the Jesuits to that of Jews by the Nazis.

    Chapter 1: Subliminal Rome (Continued)

    • The author lists several prominent Roman Catholic laypersons who served in important positions in the United States government.
    • The author discusses Pope Leo X granting indulgences and the resulting controversy, which led to the Protestant Reformation.
    • indulgences were purchased to gain forgiveness for sins.
    • The revenue from indulgences funded St. Peter’s Cathedral and artistic projects.
    • The author notes that Leo's father was Lorenzo de' Medici, a wealthy banker.
    • Martin Luther protested against indulgences with his Ninety-Five Theses, challenging the Church's authority.
    • Luther was detained by the Church, but later translated the Greek New Testament into German, contributing to the growth of Protestantism.

    The Main Street Journal

    • The author published a journal called “The Main Street Journal” to document the consequences of economic rights activism

    Economic Rights Activism

    • The author details the impact of activism on the economic system
    • Based on his experience, the author believes economic rights activism is important and is defending the constitutional rights of citizens
    • His stance is controversial and faces opposition from the authorities

    The Author and James Earl Ray

    • The author interviewed James Earl Ray, the self-proclaimed assassin of Martin Luther King, while he was in prison.
    • The author thought Ray didn’t deserve being labeled as “the world’s most hated man”, and believed he was tortured into pleading guilty.

    Jesuits and American History

    • The author discovered a hidden Jesuit influence in American history, particularly in the American Revolution
    • Lorenzo Ricci is identified as a key figure in the formation of the United States

    Roman Catholic Influence on American Government

    • The author lists prominent U.S. politicians who are Roman Catholic
    • He argues that many of these individuals directly controlled the political and legislative processes in the United States, from both domestic and international levels.

    The Catholic Church, The Bible, and The Dark Ages

    • The Roman Catholic Church was against the public reading of the Bible
    • The period between Constantine’s conversion to Christianity and Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press was known as the “Dark Ages.”

    Pope Gregory IX and Bible Study

    • Pope Gregory IX deemed unauthorized Bible study a heresy and established the Pontifical Inquisition for religious persecution.
    • During this period, people were persecuted, even killed, for any deviation from the Pope’s doctrine and practices.

    Martin Luther and Ignatius Loyola

    • Martin Luther faced imprisonment for challenging the Roman Catholic Church with his Ninety-Five Theses.
    • At the same time, Ignatius Loyola was undergoing a spiritual period of transformation and preparation to lead the church.
    • Their different approaches to the Church highlight a fundamental conflict: “Which Master Do I Serve, Rome or the Word of God?”

    Ignatius Loyola’s Spiritual Transformation

    • Loyola was inspired by Saint Catherine and experienced an apparition of the Virgin Mary
    • He believed he was freed from worldly desires and was called on to serve the church.

    Jesuit Beliefs about Jerusalem

    • Based on Loyola’s belief, a journey to Jerusalem was necessary to fight against those who challenged Scriptures and Catholicism.

    Carroll Quigley

    • Carroll Quigley, Bill Clinton's favorite professor at Georgetown University, stated in his writings that world domination was planned and controlled by a small, powerful group
    • Quigley himself admitted to being part of this powerful group

    The Search for Conspirators

    • The internet abounds with conspiracy theories about who runs the world
    • Some theories point to Freemasons, Skull & Bones, various secret societies, the CIA, Mossad, and "The British"
    • A prominent theory centers around the International Banking Cartel

    The Protocols of the Elders of Zion

    • The Protocols of the Elders of Zion, a book which allegedly outlined a Jewish plan to take over the world, was published in 1906 by Victor Marsden
    • Jewish writers denied responsibility for the book, accusing Catholics of spreading the document to defame the Jewish community

    F. Tupper Saussy

    • F. Tupper Saussy, a fugitive from the Department of Justice, conducted an extensive investigation into powerful influences on the government
    • Saussy's research is documented in his book "Rulers of Evil"

    Author's Personal Experience

    • The author shares a personal story about being accused of tax evasion for criticizing the tax system, drawing comparisons to historical persecution of religious groups
    • The author found the timing of the indictment suspicious, being filed on July 31st - Feast Day of Saint Ignatius Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits)
    • The author's legal experience had similarities to the Roman Inquisition, which was administered by the Jesuits since 1542
    • The author was ultimately acquitted of most of the charges and believed that his legal ordeal suggests a possible American Inquisition

    Roman Catholics in American Politics

    • Author cites a report by journalist Carl Bernstein highlighting the key positions held by devout Roman Catholics in the Reagan administration and the US government
    • The author further emphasizes the Roman Catholic influence by stating that the Senate Foreign Relations Committee was primarily composed of Roman Catholic senators

    Missionary Adaptation

    • Missionary adaptation is a technique used by the Roman Catholic Church to spread influence by tailoring its message to conform to the existing social, cultural, and political norms of a region
    • The church's strategy has allowed it to successfully integrate into predominantly secular societies, such as the United States, to the point that the country is perceived to be largely secular when in fact it is heavily influenced by Catholicism

    Rome vs. Scripture

    • The Roman papacy has a complex and often strained relationship with the Holy Bible
    • This historical conflict between the Pope and the Bible will be explored further in the following chapter

    A Clash of Masters

    • The author contrasts the spiritual development of Ignatius Loyola, later known as Saint Ignatius, with the religious transformation of Martin Luther
    • Saint Ignatius encountered a vision of the Virgin Mary that liberated him from earthly desires and led him to spiritual devotion and the fight against the Protestant Reformation
    • Martin Luther spent a year in hiding, translating the Bible into German during a period of imprisonment for contradicting the Roman Catholic Church
    • The author uses the story to highlight a defining tension in modern life: the choice between obedience to the Roman Church and a direct connection to the Word of God

    Saint Ignatius' Journey

    • Saint Ignatius had an experience that transformed his previous admiration for Princess Caterina into a higher spiritual connection to Mary, the Queen of Heaven
    • He was also granted a vision that confirmed his purity from earthly desires and legitimized his pilgrimage to Jerusalem
    • Martin Luther, on the other hand, had a drastically different perspective on the importance of Jerusalem, seeing it as no more significant than any other location

    The Purpose of Jerusalem

    • The author contrasts Martin Luther's perspective with the perspective of a spiritual warrior
    • While Martin Luther downplayed Jerusalem's significance, a spiritual warrior preparing for a religious war against the Bible would see a visit to Jerusalem as crucial to the cause

    The Church's Role in Politics

    • The Roman Catholic Church has historically played a significant role in US politics.
    • There are several examples of Catholic individuals holding high-ranking positions in government, such as the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
    • Catholics were involved in the establishment of Washington D.C., with individuals like Daniel Carroll influential in its founding.
    • The Catholic Church has exerted control over information and knowledge throughout history.

    The Church's Suppression of the Bible

    • The Roman Catholic Church suppressed independent study of the Bible, deeming it a heresy and persecuting those who engaged in it.
    • This suppression led to a period known as the “Dark Ages” and resulted in the limitation of access to the Bible for the general public.
    • The Papal Inquisition was established to eliminate heresy and maintain control over the religious practices of the people.
    • This body would enter towns and communities, presenting their authority to local officials, and then preach against any dissent from Papal authority.

    Early Life of Iñigo de Loyola

    • Born in 1491, youngest of thirteen children to a wealthy family
    • Served as a page in the court of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain
    • Became friends with Ferdinand’s Belgian grandson: Charles Habsburg who became King Charles I of Spain and Emperor Charles V of Rome
    • Charles Habsburg was the most powerful secular figure in Europe

    Charles Habsburg, King of Spain and Holy Roman Emperor

    • Inherited Spain from Ferdinand and the Holy Roman Empire from Maximilian
    • Became King Charles I of Spain and Emperor Charles V of Rome before his 21st birthday

    Significance of Charles Habsburg

    • Was Iñigo de Loyola’s friend and a key political figure in Europe

    The Group that Controls America

    • Tuppee Saussy suggests a small group controls the world, but they cannot be called a conspiracy because they identify themselves through signs, mottos, and monuments.
    • The author claims that the group behind America's power remains invisible as long as people cannot identify the statue on top of the U.S. Capitol building.
    • Saussy has analyzed clues left by these rulers of the world and traced them back to their origins, connecting them to historical facts dating back six thousand years, drawing comparisons to the Bible.
    • The book "Rulers of Evil" is a crucial study guide, aiming to illuminate the truth about the unseen forces at play.

    The Preface: A Rule-Breaking Book

    • The book's preface is written by the author's literary agent, Peter Fleming.
    • Fleming expresses the unconventional nature of the book, encouraging readers to engage with the text in their own way, suggesting that understanding the content will lead to a transformative experience.

    Orientation: A Huguenot Connection and an Unanswerable Question

    • The author shares a personal anecdote involving his faculty advisor, who pointed out the Huguenot origin of his last name.
    • The story segues into the author's unexpected encounter with a Jesuit prosecutor in a courtroom.
    • The prosecutor's identity as a Jesuit and the author's seemingly unwarranted court appearance raise questions about the true nature of the charges against him.

    Subliminal Rome

    • The author lists a series of prominent U.S. Senators and Representatives, noting they chaired powerful committees overseeing virtually every aspect of American life.
    • The author connects these individuals to the Roman Catholic Church, suggesting a direct link to a hidden power structure.
    • The author draws parallels to the historical practice of the Inquisition, highlighting its effectiveness in isolating truth-seekers and punishing those who questioned established authority.
    • The invention of movable type by Johannes Gutenberg allowed for the spread of literacy, which ultimately made the Inquisition adapt its methods.

    The Charges

    • The author, Tupper Saussy, was charged with "willful failure to file income tax returns"
    • He was scheduled to be arraigned on charges for the years 1977, 1978, and 1979.
    • The author believed the IRS would drop the charges because he had a letter stating no tax liability, therefore no requirement to file.
    • The author's prosecutor, John MacCoon, was a Jesuit priest.

    The Jesuit Connection

    • The author was surprised to discover his prosecutor was a Jesuit priest.
    • The author believed this was a strange coincidence, as his family had a history of conflicts with the Catholic Church.
    • He was not a tax protester in the traditional sense, but rather challenged tax and monetary laws and "dared to stand on them".
    • The author's charges were filed on July 31st, which is the Feast Day of Saint Ignatius Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus.

    The Court Case

    • The author believed the court proceedings were biased and unfair.
    • He was accused of "tax evasion" despite the official charges being about failure to file.
    • The jury acquitted the author of charges related to the years 1978 and 1979, but found him guilty for the 1977 charges.
    • The author believes this case was an example of the Roman Church's suppression of biblical interpretations.

    The Roman Church and Suppression of the Bible

    • The author views the Roman Church's history as a suppression of the Bible's "intelligent reading".
    • He claims the Millennium between Constantine and Gutenberg ("the Dark Ages") was a period of suppression.
    • He cites the example of Pope Gregory IX, who declared unauthorized bible study a heresy and decreed the persecution of heretics.
    • The author connects this historical oppression to his own legal case, seeing the Roman Church's influence at play.

    The Papacy and Indulgences

    • He discusses the history of indulgences – "rights to do evil" sold by the Church.
    • This practice, which started with Pope Leo III in 800, contributed to the Roman Church's vast wealth and power.
    • The author compares this system to the modern income tax system, in terms of presumptions of liability.
    • He criticizes the Church's abuse of power and its suppression of alternative biblical interpretations.

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