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What did Gelasius 1 say about the roles of the pope and the emperor?
The pope had one symbolic sword and the emperor had another, with the pope bowing to the emperor for political matters and vice versa for religion.
What was the basis of power in the church?
Power was based on CLERGY, which includes ranks like bishops, priests, etc.
Why was the church important during warfare?
It brought people together and made them feel like part of a community through SACRAMENTS.
What is CANNON LAW?
CANNON LAW is the law of the church, with courts established to enforce it.
What was the purpose of excommunication by the pope?
To deny salvation and indirectly prevent sacraments from being held on the king’s land.
How did Otto limit the nobles’ strength?
By forming a close alliance with the church and the clergy.
What was the HOLY ROMAN EMPIRE?
The empire before the German Roman Empire.
What is LAY INVESTITURE?
When kings and nobles crowned clergy.
What happened when Gregory banned Lay Investiture?
Henry tried to get Gregory banished but was excommunicated for 3 days.
What agreement was reached regarding the appointment of bishops?
The church appointed bishops, but emperors had the power to veto the appointments.
What military skills did Fredrick have?
He dominated German territories with his Holy Roman Empire but was eventually defeated.
What issues did many kings face when trying to revive Charlemagne’s empire?
Warfare with Italian cities and clashes with the Pope.
What was the significance of monasteries in Cluny, France?
They led the spiritual revival.
What were the three main issues in the church at the time?
- Priests were in marriages against church rule
- SIMONY: Bishops sold positions in the church
- Kings appointed bishops by lay investiture.
What is the papal curia?
A group of advisors to the pope that developed canon law on matters such as marriage, divorce, and inheritance.
How did friars contribute to the spread of Christianity?
By preaching it around, living in poverty, and helping the poor and sick.
What were examples of orders of friars?
- Dominicans
- Franciscans.
What was the representation of the city of God?
The cathedral.
What style of architecture evolved through medieval Europe?
Gothic architecture.
Where did Gothic cathedrals become more popular?
In France.
