Waldenses (Valdenses, Vaudois, Valdesi) Christian sect originating in 12th century France. Devotees followed Christ in simplicity and poverty. Persecuted by Rome. Waldenses missionary roubador showing his vernacular Bible to a trusted visitor, c1170. 19th century engraving.
Waldenses (Valdenses, Vaudois, Valdesi) Christian sect originating in 12th century France. Devotees followed Christ in simplicity and poverty. Persecuted by Rome. Waldenses missionary roubador showing his vernacular Bible to a trusted visitor, c1170. 19th century engraving.