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To understand why the conflict between the church and state aroused, we need to go back to the origins of this union. Otto I, son of the Henry I, Duke of Saxony was able to seize a large amount of land from the east of Elbe River, comprising Croatia, the Czech Republic, Poland, all the way to North Italy and parts of southern France. Thus due to his aid to the Church, Pope John XII crowned Otto I as an emperor of the Holy Roman Empire (406 Bentley, Ziegler). This alliance helped to gain control…

Throughout the world, many families get together and create traditions for Christmas. Each family I know goes about the same traditions, but they add their own spin to them to make it their own. As the year progress and gets closer to Christmas, my family gets anxious waiting for the perfect time to begin our annual traditions. When the time finally arrives, my family and I do the same thing every year. For our family traditions, we decorate the tree together, we make holiday cookies, and we…

We all love birthdays as it brings with it the joy of eating cakes and gifting or receiving birthday gifts! Planning a surprise birthday party or a get-together for your loved one can be an exciting affair. It could be for your boyfriend/girlfriend, parents, colleagues, or your spouse. No matter how much you know them, planning a surprise birthday can be a little tricky. To make it easier, we have some easy and cool birthday surprise ideas to bring happiness on this wonderful occasion. Birthday…

There are many different holidays for different countries and religions, but thanksgiving is at the top of my list for favorite holidays. It’s one day of the year that can be filled with nothing but thanks for all that I have, and I can share it with the people I care about most. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because my mom cooks delicious food, my family comes from all over for Thanksgiving dinner, and every year, when dinner is done, I get to go Black Friday shopping with my…

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8-Year-Old Teaches Lesson on the True Meaning of Christmas In an age when consumerism, greed, selfishness, and self-centered lifestyles are prevalent, it is nice to see an example of someone marching the other way, especially during the Christmas season. This time of year used to be about cheer, goodwill, and celebrating the birth of Christ. It has become all about receiving gifts, shopping, partying, stress, loneliness, and depression. What a gift when a young person does not just choose to…

“It is the most wonderful time of the year!” Crowded malls, family sleeping in your bed, scratchy sweaters from Grandma, what is not to love! I will never understand the appeal behind Christmas. Christmas is a time meant to bring people together; however, for me it has the opposite effect. I absolutely dread Christmas time each and every year. Before I begin this article I would like to set a few things straight. I am not anti-happiness. I encourage everyone to find something they are…

During my time spent in retail and an office environment, I have observed a common theme that happens at the end of every year. The common saying “Merry Christmas”, has been replaced with the saying “Happy Holidays”. Growing up, as far back as I can remember, the day after Thanksgiving; me and my parents would wake up and put up our Christmas tree, lights, and Christmas decorations. The last decoration that always went up was a sign that lit up and read “Merry Christmas”, that would be put up…

From humble beginnings to an oppressive doctrine, the Holy Catholic Church truly underwent change throughout the course of Medieval history. Seen in these two letters, Clericis Laicos and Unam Sanctam, are what would seem to be the culmination of all this history: the responses of Pope Boniface VIII to the continued pressures of secular rule and its jurisdiction in relation to the Church and its functioning. With the Church’s rapid increase in size and influence over the past several centuries,…

Along with Christmas and New Year’s, Halloween is celebrated all around the world, and it just so happens to be the best holiday ever and others agree. According to the Theodysseyonline.com, “Regardless of religion or nationality, Halloween is for everyone. But the greatest thing of all -- if you’re not into it, you do not have to participate!” It’s the perfect excuse to dress up and act like a kid. This holiday has the best events, food, parties, and decorations. Halloween is a great excuse…