how were the crusades from a christian perspective or from a crusader's perspective, what did they truly believe? Are there any primary sources to prove that they were doing it for the love of god?
2007-03-12 04:15:44 · 6 answers · asked by blubbablub 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
Sure there are primary sources - look for 'Chronicles of the Crusades' by Joinville & Villehardouin
Penguin Classics, 1963
2007-03-12 04:23:17 · answer #1 · answered by WMD 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Crusades were solely a political move. Although they proclaimed it in the name of God, it was clearly a move created by none other than the Pope.
2007-03-12 05:03:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They were motivated primarily by hatred for Muslims and belief in the principles of Christianity was of secondary importance.
2007-03-12 04:22:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The pope promised them eternal salvation for what they were doing. They believed in their cause to capture the Holy land...
2007-03-12 04:19:34 · answer #4 · answered by Mountain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pretty much the same way suicide bombers view what they do. They believed their were doing God's work and had his blessings in all they did no matter what!
2007-03-12 04:22:46 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
with both of hope end fear.
2007-03-12 04:25:19 · answer #6 · answered by sofista 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋