Abstract
In 1553, Francesco Colonna presented himself before the Holy Office of the Inquisition in Venice. A convert from Judaism, Colonna was approached by two Levantine Jewish men who helped him financially, and over time encouraged him to renounce Christianity and return to Judaism. They offered to smuggle him to the Levant, Colonna said, and provided him with money, a place to stay, and even Levantine clothing for the trip. After Francesco was recognized on the boat, however, he repented, went to the inquisitors full of contrition, and begged to be reconciled to the church.
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