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RE: LeoThread 2025-02-23 19:09

in LeoFinance8 months ago

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The Investiture Controversy epitomized this conflict, with Pope Gregory VII asserting the Church's authority to appoint bishops—clashing with Emperor Henry IV, who believed in Imperial rights over church roles. The lengthy battle strained both institutions, ultimately highlighting the complexity of governance within the Empire. This ongoing tension further eroded the central authority of the Emperor, as both the clergy and the nobles vied for influence.

The Rise of Nobility: The Staufers and Decentralization