John goes against Gregorian Reforms by trying to ensure the elections of favourable bishops Flashcards
What did the Gregorian reform mean for bishop elections?
When a bishop died, the King would take care of his lands until a new bishop is elected by the Chapter. Then they would send representatives to Rome for the Pope’s approval
What was the King responsible for during bishop elections under the Gregorian Reforms?
Ensuring a free election by canons of a new bishop - they begin the process
Who would hold bishop elections?
The chapter
What would King Henry II (John’s dad) often do after a bishop has died to get more income?
He would forbid elections as long as he could so he could take income from the late bishop’s land
What would King Henry II and Richard I (John’s dad and brother) often do during bishop elections?
They would direct Chapters to appoint people loyal to them - more control. EG - the elction of Richard’s closest advisor Hubert Walter as Archbishop of Cantebury
Give one example where John succeeded to manipulate the elections of bishops?
He had John de Gray elected as bishop of Norwich after a visit
Give one example where John failed to manipulate the elections of bishops?
He failed to get his nomination elected as Bishop of Lincoln even after a visit
