The Great Western Schism greatly damaged the influence, power, and standing of both the pope and the Roman Catholic Church during the Late Middle Ages, causing numerous negative effects on European society. As said by the website The Great Schism, “The schism did untold harm to papal prestige and intensified the growth of hostility to the papacy in many parts of Europe.” Throughout European history, the position of pope was one associated with great power and respect, and whatever the pope said was thought to be the absolute truth. However, due to the emergence of multiple popes, many people began questioning the importance and integrity of the pope, as well as their religion and faith as a whole. Some people began questioning whether the pope
