403. The Mystery of the Pregnant Pope
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Symbolism of Christ as the Groom and the Church as the Bride
The idea of Christ as the groom and the church as the bride underpins the Gregorian reform, explaining why empresses and kings are not allowed to have influence over the church. It also justifies the celibacy of priests, as married priests are seen as cheating on the church. This symbolism creates paradoxical implications for women, as it simultaneously equates them to the purity of the church while casting them as temptresses who may seduce priests from their celibate role.
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