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Originally Posted by kindlekitten
that was the whole deal though with Harry right? that he broke off with Rome, began the church of england, placing himself (and all other future monarchs) as the head of the church, therefore putting himself in the place of the pope and giving himself the religious power and right to rule. sort of an endless logic loop.
I don't know what to tell you Florence, like I said before, any college level 101 entry to European Studies textbook starts with discussing the church (papacy) in Europe. that book I mentioned will give a good look at the Crusades, the power of the church, the monarchs of several nations and the Templars which were a major player during the time. otherwise, just enter the google phrase I gave you and start reading.
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Since Europe was so influenced by the Papacy, a good book to start with is 'Vicars of Christ' by Peter de Rosa. The Crusades were a form of jihad, and were an excuse for barbarity that killed thousands.
Cheers.