1. Of Popes and Kings

2. 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.

3. 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

6. 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

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

9. 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

11. 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?

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

13. 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?