22 June 1633Galileo AbjurationGalileo Galilei
Galileo is formally condemned and required to sign an abjuration of the Copernican position.
Historical records for Italy in 1633, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Galileo is formally condemned and required to sign an abjuration of the Copernican position.
The Holy Office permits Galileo to return to his villa at Arcetri while maintaining restrictions on his contacts and scientific discussion.
Placed under House arrest
Sentenced to life imprisonment, commuted to house arrest
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