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girolamo savonarola (n)
Italian religious and political reformer; a Dominican friar in Florence who preached against sin and corruption and gained a large following; he expelled the Medici from Florence but was later excommunicated and executed for criticizing the Pope (1452-1498)
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Italian religious and political reformer; a Dominican friar in Florence who preached against sin and corruption and gained a large following; he expelled the Me
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Girolamo Savonarola, a Dominican friar, emerged as a charismatic and influential figure in Florence during the late 15th century.
Savonarola's fiery sermons captivated the populace, leading him to gain significant political power in the city-state.
He advocated for religious reform, calling for a return to the simplicity of the early Church.
Savonarola's influence extended beyond Florence, inspiring similar movements throughout Italy and Europe.
