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Title:
The Church and the Empire
Being an Outline of the History of the Church from A.D. 1003 to A.D. 1304
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_clash_between_the_Church_and_the_Empire
Credits: Produced by David King, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Church and the Empire" by D. J. Medley is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the intricate relationship between the Christian Church and the secular powers of the medieval period, particularly from 1003 to 1304. It delves into the conflict and cooperation between the ecclesiastical and imperial authorities, highlighting key figures, events, and the evolving political theories surrounding Church-state relations. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of the dynamics between the Church and the Empire during the Middle Ages. Medley outlines the historical context, emphasizing the ideological struggle between the papacy and secular rulers, and introduces significant themes such as lay investiture and clerical reform. The narrative begins with a discussion of early Church reform efforts to eradicate corruption and maintain ecclesiastical integrity, which were necessary to combat the encroachment of secular powers on spiritual leadership. This foundation promises an insightful examination of how these pivotal conflicts shaped not only the Church's authority but also the broader political landscape of medieval Europe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Medley, D. J. (Dudley Julius), 1861-1953
EBook No.: 7343
Published: Jan 1, 2005
Downloads: 102
Language: English
Subject: Church history -- Middle Ages, 600-1500
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Church and the Empire
Being an Outline of the History of the Church from A.D. 1003 to A.D. 1304
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_clash_between_the_Church_and_the_Empire
Credits: Produced by David King, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Church and the Empire" by D. J. Medley is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the intricate relationship between the Christian Church and the secular powers of the medieval period, particularly from 1003 to 1304. It delves into the conflict and cooperation between the ecclesiastical and imperial authorities, highlighting key figures, events, and the evolving political theories surrounding Church-state relations. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of the dynamics between the Church and the Empire during the Middle Ages. Medley outlines the historical context, emphasizing the ideological struggle between the papacy and secular rulers, and introduces significant themes such as lay investiture and clerical reform. The narrative begins with a discussion of early Church reform efforts to eradicate corruption and maintain ecclesiastical integrity, which were necessary to combat the encroachment of secular powers on spiritual leadership. This foundation promises an insightful examination of how these pivotal conflicts shaped not only the Church's authority but also the broader political landscape of medieval Europe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Medley, D. J. (Dudley Julius), 1861-1953
EBook No.: 7343
Published: Jan 1, 2005
Downloads: 102
Language: English
Subject: Church history -- Middle Ages, 600-1500
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.