The Church Flashcards
1
Q
Why did Henry II and Thomas Becket disagree?
A
To Henry surprise, Thomas wanted the Cathedral to rule the country,NOT the monarchy.
2
Q
Who was to blame for the murder of Thomas Becket?
A
Both Henry AND his knights. If Henry hadn’t said for someone to rid him of the priest the knights wouldn’t have gone after them, but it was none of the knights’ business to eavesdrop on what Henry had said.
