The Life and Times of Hildebrand, Pope Gregory VII, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Arnold Harris Mathew

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9781440068348: The Life and Times of Hildebrand, Pope Gregory VII, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

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Explore the power, faith, and turmoil that shaped the medieval church and empire under Gregory VII. This studied portrait follows the life of Hildebrand from his rise to papal power to his crucial battles over investiture, excommunication, and the authority of the Church. The text centers on key moments in Germany and Rome, including synods, legates, and the fight for church reform, offering a clear window into how papal decisions redirected European politics.

- A focused account of the Lent Synod of 1078 and its lasting impact on papal policy.
- Insight into the use of legates to negotiate between kings, bishops, and princes.
- Examination of excommunications and their effect on rulers, clergy, and communities.
- Profiles of major figures and events that defined Gregory VII’s era, tying local actions to wider reform efforts.

Ideal for readers of medieval church history, papal biographies, and studies of church‑state power struggles during the Gregorian reform era.

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Forgotten Books

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2018

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English

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1440068348

ISBN 13

9781440068348

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Paperback

Number of pages

344

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The Life and Times of Hildebrand: Pope Gregory VII (Classic Reprint)

Arnold Harris Mathew

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and times of Hildebrand, Pope Gregory VII, a pivotal figure in the history of the Papacy. Set against the backdrop of a resurgent Holy Roman Empire in the 11th century, the narrative traces Hildebrand's rise from humble beginnings to his influential role as a reformer and power broker within the Church. The author meticulously examines the political and religious landscape of the era, exploring the complex relationship between the Papacy and the Empire. The book sheds light on the critical struggle for power between these two institutions, with Hildebrand at the heart of the conflict. Through detailed accounts of synods, papal elections, and Hildebrand's own actions and pronouncements, the book delves into the theological and political debates that shaped the Church. Issues such as simony, clerical celibacy, and the authority of the Pope are explored with depth and nuance. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling portrait of a man who left an enduring mark on the Papacy and the course of European history. By illuminating Hildebrand's vision and the lasting impact of his reforms, the author invites us to reconsider the foundations of papal power and its complex relationship with secular authority. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781440068348_0

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