Francisco Javier Mier Campillo facts for kids

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal family name is Mier and the second or maternal family name is Campillo.

Francisco Javier Mier Campillo (1748–1818) was a Spanish bishop. He was also the leader of the Spanish Inquisition in Spain from 1814 until 1818. This role was called the Grand Inquisitor.

His Life and Role

Francisco Javier Mier Campillo was born in a town called Alles in Spain. This was on February 18, 1748.

He became a bishop for the Diocese of Almería on May 24, 1802. A bishop is a high-ranking leader in the Christian church. He officially took on this role in September 1802.

Later, in 1814, the Spanish Inquisition was brought back. This was a special court run by the church. Its job was to make sure people followed the rules of the Catholic faith. Francisco Javier Mier Campillo became the Grand Inquisitor of Spain. This meant he was the main leader of this church court. He held this important position until he died.

He stopped being the Bishop of Almería on December 16, 1815.

Francisco Javier Mier Campillo passed away on May 20, 1818.

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