Scandalous Priest

Scandalous Priest. Jakob Immeli, a pioneer of the new faith, was the first priest in Basel to get married, causing a scandal in 1524. He married his housekeepe…

Location: St. Ulrich's Church, Basel, Switzerland

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Jakob Immeli, a pioneer of the new faith, was the first priest in Basel to get married, causing a scandal in 1524. He married his housekeeper, Margaretha Butsch, which was considered a revolutionary act at the time. This led to his suspension from his position as Leutpriester at St. Ulrich's Church.

Source: Jakob Immeli

Scandalous Priest — Basel, Canton of Zurich

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