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Popes
The Protestant Reformation marked a time of great religious, social and
political upheaval. For the first time in history the Christian church was
permanently shattered. The Reformation originated from a trend in returning to
the biblical days of Christianity and a renewal of morality. Unfortunately the
Catholic religious leaders didn't share in the renewal of morality. The
Renaissance popes were partially responsi ....
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.... in the eyes of the public.
Papal status was further weakened by Innocent's successor Alexander VI.
Alexander thrived on simony. He acquired the office of pope by buying out his
chief rivals and openly boasted about this feat. Alexander went on to sell a
total of 43 cardinalships, including to his own family. After the murder of his
eldest son, Alexander was inspired in a proposed Bull to try to reform the
church by reducing the incomes of the cardinals as well as mend other w ....
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ADDITIONAL FEATURED ESSAYS
The Catacombs And Christian Persecutions
The catacombs are the ancient underground cemeteries used by the Christians
and the Jewish people
Italy
is a country located in southern Europe. occupies a boot-
shaped peninsula that extends into the
The Middle Ages And The Renaissance
The word "renaissance" refers to the time period in which, described by Jules Michelet, was "disco
Popes
The Protestant Reformation marked a time of great religious, social and
political upheaval. For the
Nostradamus's Prophecies
For four centuries have inspired fear and controversy. His followers say he predicted the French R
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