When I was a kid watching Monty Python, I never “got” the Spanish Inquisition skit. I still thought it was hilarious, but I had never heard the expression “I didn’t expect the Spanish Inquisition” as an exasperated response to intrusive questioning from somebody.
Ironically, the real Spanish Inquisition sent letters to communities and individuals months ahead of time announcing their pending arrival and intent to dig up shit. And they didn’t bring comfy chairs or soft pillows!
When I was a kid watching Monty Python, I never “got” the Spanish Inquisition skit. I still thought it was hilarious, but I had never heard the expression “I didn’t expect the Spanish Inquisition” as an exasperated response to intrusive questioning from somebody.
Ironically, the real Spanish Inquisition sent letters to communities and individuals months ahead of time announcing their pending arrival and intent to dig up shit. And they didn’t bring comfy chairs or soft pillows!
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