Of Popes and Kings

Objectives and Standards I can understand the power of the pope’s and kings during the Middle Ages So that we can understand the cooperation and conflict between the pope and king 7.34 Demonstrate understanding of the conflict and cooperation between the Papacy and European monarchs, including Charlemagne, Gregory VII, and Emperor Henry IV.

A power shift In early Middle Ages nobles and knights held the most power As time went on Kings and Popes both gained power Kings – Political power Popes – Religious Power

The Power of the Popes Head of the Christian church Which pretty much all of Europe belonged to Was seen as God’s representative on Earth Decided what the church would teach If you went against the church you would be excommunicated Cast out from the church

The Power of Kings Ruled their lands Controlled everything political Tax rates Armies Land distribution Laws Created alliances Power was passed down through family

The Holy Roman Empire Grew out of Charlemagne’s empire Emperor could only take the throne with the approval of the Pope Would be elected by nobles Squabbles between the King and Nobles were settled by the Pope

A Study in Cooperation What examples show that Charlemagne ruled as a Christian Leader? How did Charlemagne and the pope cooperate with each other? What were the advantages to Charlemagne of cooperating with the pope?

A Study in Conflict What was the conflict over power that began with the coronation of Charlemagne?

A Strong Willed Pope and A Defiant Ruler How did Pope Gregory’s rules challenges the authority of Henry IV? What two things did Pope Gregory do to force Henry to accept his authority? What actions did Henry IV and Pope Gregory take as they competed for power?