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Divine Right of Kings
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The belief that God gives monarchs the right to rule.
King Henry went against this when he was excommunicated. |
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Chivalry
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The medieval knight's code of ideal behavior, including bravery, loyalty, and respect for women.
They learned this as a page. |
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Hierarchy
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A system of organizing people into ranks, with those of higher rank having more power and privileges.
Ex: The U.S. is a hierarchy. (president ~ citizens) Our school is a hierarchy (principal ~ students) |
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Manor
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A large estate, including farmland and villages, held by a lord.
Lord gave strips of land to peasants. Everything they needed was inside their manor. |
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Noble
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A person if high rank by birth or title.
Ex: Monarchs Richard the Lionheart |
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Pope
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The bishop of Rome and supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church.
Ex: Pope Urban II, Pope Gregory (claimed power over the church from King Henry) |
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Monarch
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A ruler, such as a king or queen.
Ex: King Henry, Queen Elizabeth |
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Christianity
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A religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
Jesus was a Jew. Jerusalem is a Holy City to Christianity because Jesus was crucified there. |
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Roman Catholic Church
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The Christian Church headed by the Pope in Rome.
Church Hierarchy: Pope, Cardinals, Archbishops, Bishops, Priests, Monks, Nuns, Friars. |
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Barbarian
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A person belonging to a tribe or a group that is considered uncivilized.
Europe was scattered with Barbarian groups after the downfall of Rome. |
