Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Various
- Abstract:
- The Palafox mss., 1639-1658, consist of documents and correspondence signed by and related to Juan de Palafox y Mendoza, a major figure of the Mexican Colonial era.
- Extent:
- 1 Box (1 standard)
- Language:
- Materials are in Spanish.
- Preferred citation:
[Item], Palafox mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
Background
- Biographical / Historical:
Juan de Palafox y Mendoza was one of the most interesting and controversial figures to reside in Mexico during the 17th century. Born in 1600, in Fitero, Navarre, Spain, he was the illegitimate but recognized son of Jaime Palafox, the Marques of Ariza. Palafox rose in the service of the Church in Spain through his own abilities and his father's connections. In 1640, he was appointed the Bishop of Puebla, Mexico, with special powers to serve concurrently as a visitador, or special investigator. He was specifically charged with reforming various religious orders that were operating in the area, including Jesuits, Dominicans, and Franciscans.
- Scope and Content:
The Palafox mss., 1639-1658, consist of documents and correspondence signed by and related to Juan de Palafox y Mendoza, a major figure of the Mexican Colonial era. It includes information regarding the Puebla de los Angeles, Mexico City, Madrid, and elsewhere.
- Acquisition information:
- Purchase: 1999
- Physical location:
- Lilly - Stacks
Indexed Terms
Access
- RESTRICTIONS:
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This collection is open for research.
Many collections are housed offsite; retrieval requires advance notice. Please make an appointment a minimum of one week in advance of your visit.
- TERMS OF ACCESS:
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Photography and digitization may be restricted for some collections. Copyright restrictions may apply. Before publishing, researchers are responsible for securing permission from all applicable rights holders, then filling out the Permission to Publish form.
- PREFERRED CITATION:
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[Item], Palafox mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
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1200 East Seventh StreetBloomington, Indiana 47405-5500, USA
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- CONTACT:
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(812) 855-2452liblilly@indiana.edu