Conflict between W. European govs and Catholic Church during Middle Ages Question?

Question

2. During the High Middle Ages, Western European governments and the Catholic Church came into conflict more than once. Analyze at least two incidents of church-state confrontation, giving as many relevant details as possible. Who were the people involved in each case, what were the issues, and who, in your opinion, came out the winner in each confrontation?

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Answer 1

Look up The great church scism, 14th century. There were two popes elected at one time. Countries had to choose one or the other. Then the rejected pope would excommunicate everyone against them. It added fuel to the fire of the hundred years between england and france.

And obviously King Henry II in the 1100s "who will rid me of this turbulent priest?" Thomas Becket was killed due to his insistence that the church had the authority of interfere in state matters.

Answer 2

The manner in which you've phrased the question is suspect. It seems to equate the Catholic Church with the fantasy word of warriors, wizards, orks, and dragons. <> What do you mean "enchanted"? The term 'enchanted' has a few definitions, NONE of which are in sync with Catholic beliefs: To cast a spell over; bewitch. To attract and delight; entrance Influenced as by charms or incantations Your discription of an "enchanted" Middle Ages makes it seem as if demons and angels are physical beings just like people are. <> The Church has fostered the Fullness of the Truth from the moment of it's earthly conception, to the present, and to the end of time. The Middle Ages are no different in this regard. <<- if someone can help me find this answer over the internet, or tell me directly this answer - I would appreciate it. This is a study question for my midterm from my class. My book did not have a clear answer and I thought I might ask for help.>> I certainly hope the midterm isn't phrasing the question the same way you have.

Answer 3

Read the history book for one. I can give you two incidents Emperor Henry vs the Pope in the 11th Century and the Papal scism in the early 14th centruy. Now look it up.