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Heretic
01
someone with beliefs against the doctrines of a particular religion
02
a person who holds unorthodox opinions in any field (not merely religion)
Example
During the Inquisition, heretics were often subjected to the brutal torture of the scourge as punishment for their beliefs.
The archbishop solemnly cursed the heretics who refused to recant their beliefs.
The bishop decided to curse the heretic who spread false teachings among the congregation.
Various Crusades targeted perceived enemies of Christianity beyond the Holy Land, including heretics and political rivals.