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I vaguely remember reading about a (possibly italian) woman from the middle ages, who started a sect by claiming to be the 'female incarnation of gods spirit', does anybody here happen to know of this?

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Did Spanish settlers in the Americas intermarry with the native population more often than colonialists from other countries?

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In greek mythological texts, how are people described to react when they encounter gods? Do they pay them respect in a certain way, or do they engage them 'cassually'?

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Did only individuals get excommunicated, or also other entities like organisations, cities or even countries?

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What was the first antarctic expedition that led to the death of the explorers on the continent?

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How frequently was fire (specifically jar bombs/fire barrels) used in 11th century european warfare? How effective was it?

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Was there a particular name for the red jackets the people of austria-hungary frequently wore in portraits?

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Was it possible for a free person to marry a slave (and retaining slavestatus) in ancient Rome?

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I rember reading about a early christian sect that was fine with worshipping the emperor, but I can't find anything.

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Has anyone ever become a Saint in their lifetime?

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I vaguely remember reading about a (possibly italian) woman from the middle ages, who started a sect by claiming to be the 'female incarnation of gods spirit', does anybody here happen to know of this?	5
Did Spanish settlers in the Americas intermarry with the native population more often than colonialists from other countries?	5
In greek mythological texts, how are people described to react when they encounter gods? Do they pay them respect in a certain way, or do they engage them 'cassually'?	5
Did only individuals get excommunicated, or also other entities like organisations, cities or even countries?	4
What was the first antarctic expedition that led to the death of the explorers on the continent?	4
How frequently was fire (specifically jar bombs/fire barrels) used in 11th century european warfare? How effective was it?	4
Was there a particular name for the red jackets the people of austria-hungary frequently wore in portraits?	3
Was it possible for a free person to marry a slave (and retaining slavestatus) in ancient Rome?	3
I rember reading about a early christian sect that was fine with worshipping the emperor, but I can't find anything.	3
Has anyone ever become a Saint in their lifetime?	3