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339 - Richard Rohlin - Universal History: The Greatest Work of Western Literature

The Symbolic World

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The Investiture Controversy: Authority vs Power

Exploring the conflict between the pope and the emperor, this chapter delves into the historical significance of the investiture controversy and its impact on political life in Germany, Italy, and France. It analyzes the complex dynamics between spiritual and temporal authority, shedding light on how this historical conflict influenced the Reformation and shaped power structures in the Western Empire.

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