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465 – Anselm Arrives

The British History Podcast

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The Power Struggle and Divine Appointment: Anselm's Reluctance

This chapter explores the tension between monarchy and the church as King Rufus hastily appoints Anselm as Archbishop of Canterbury. Anselm's refusal underlines the clash between divine authority and political manipulation amid a backdrop of personal conviction and royal resentment.

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