Reading Cathar Imagery — Context and Care

Understand medieval images in context: who made them, why, and how to interpret them responsibly.

1/28/2026

12 min read

Historical images can be powerful and difficult. Approach with context.

Conflict depiction

Apocalyptic themes

Campaign chronicle

Note: These depictions reflect their makers’ perspectives and agendas. Modern scholarship helps balance the view.

Images are sources — not verdicts. Read them with care.

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