THE SCHISM OF 105410/11/10

World History

What is a schism?

Let’s ask an expert…

Jared Allen, defensive end, Minnesota Vikings

When asked if there was a schism between teammates, Allen responded

“I don’t think most guys on this team know what the word ‘schism’ means, let alone know how to use it in a sentence.”

Why was there a schism in the church?

Increasing disagreements between popes and emperors. Popes considered themselves to be the

boss of the Church. Emperors considered themselves the boss

of everyone, including the church. They sometimes disagreed over religious

issues, like the use of icons.

What are icons?

Icons are religious images used by some Christians in prayer or worship.

The emperor banned the use of icons.

The pope responded by supporting icons and banning the emperor from the church. (excommunication)

The Schism of 1054

Tensions continue to rise between Eastern and Western Christians.

Finally they split into two groups Western- Catholic

Church (pope) Eastern- Eastern

Orthodox Church (emperor and patriarch)

Comparing and Contrasting the 2 religions