Secular Authority
5 articles tagged with "Secular Authority"
The Investiture Controversy and Struggle for Papal Independence
Explore the Investiture Controversy's impact on Church-state relations during the Middle Ages.
The Investiture Controversy and Religious Reform in Medieval Europe
Explore the Investiture Controversy's impact on church reform and power dynamics between rulers and the Catholic Church from 1075-1122.
Papal Authority in the Ninth Century
Explore the ninth-century papal authority struggles against secular powers, marked by figures like Pope Nicholas I and the Donation of Constantine forgery.
The Papal Empire and Royal Coronations: A Shifting Balance of Power
Explore the intricate relationship between papal and royal powers in medieval Europe through key events like Pepin's grant and coronation ceremonies.
The Akkadian Empire and the Evolution of Secular Authority in Mesopotamia
Explore how Sargon of Akkad established centralized rule in Mesopotamia, separating secular from religious authority.