Lindsey Perlman Timeline 600-1550

By perlmanl19
  • Period: 600 to 1550

    Religious Events

  • 622

    Muhammad's Emigration (Hegira)

    Muhammad's Emigration (Hegira)
    Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Medina to escape persecution. In Medina, he was able welcomed and aided by the people there; through listening to Muhammad's teachings, they formed a distinct group of Muslims that would eventually spread its influence through conquest and cultural contact.
  • 732

    Battle of Tours

    Battle of Tours
    Charles Martel defeats Muslim invaders. This is significant because it halts Muslim expansion and the spread of Islam into Western Europe. This allowed Christendom to remain in Western Europe for years and years.
  • 800

    Pope Crowns Charlemagne the New Roman Emperor

    Pope Crowns Charlemagne the New Roman Emperor
    The Pope proclaimed Charlemagne as the new Roman Emperor. This signifies the alliance between the Church and the State. Through this event, the Pope was able to gain more political power, and Charlemagne was able to legitimize his rule to his religious citizenry.
  • 1095

    Crusades

    Crusades
    Series of religious wars instigated by the Church to win back the Holy Land. Through traveling to Jerusalem, crusaders encountered new cultures and customs. This created a period of cross-cultural contact and cultural blending.
  • 1120

    King Henry IV Excommunicated by Pope Gregory VII

    King Henry IV Excommunicated by Pope Gregory VII
    Pope Gregory VII retaliated against King Henry, as King Henry refused to give him the power to appoint bishops. The Pope's harsh response of excommunicating King Henry and stripping him of his influence shows how during this team period, religious leaders were held in the same regard as political leaders.
  • 1200

    Innocent III is Elected Pope

    Innocent III is Elected Pope
    Pope Innocent III was instrumental in unifying Christendom. He ordered the Fourth Crusade, expanded the influence of Christianity across the Papal States, and challenged heresy. Pope Innocent III's political tactics in securing his power exemplify the authority of a Pope during the time period.
  • 1305

    Babylonian Captivity of the Popes

    Babylonian Captivity of the Popes
    French Kings force the Popes to leave Rome and live in France. The Popes became political prisoners of the Kings that serve their wishes. This further exemplifies the struggle between the Church and the State.
  • 1500

    Caesaropapism

    Caesaropapism
    The Emperor of the Byzantine Empire ruled not only as a political leader, but also as the head of the Church. This applies to the reign of King Henry VIII in England, as well as other civilizations in Russia and across Europe. It shows the the power of religion in politics.
  • 1517

    Protestant Reformation

    Protestant Reformation
    Martin Luther criticizes the Church's practice of selling indulgences. Eventually, he broke from the Church and created a new religious sect of Protestantism. His beliefs led to a more egalitarian view of religion for decades to come.
  • 1519

    Cortéz Commits Atrocities in the Name of "Christianity"

    Cortéz Commits Atrocities in the Name of "Christianity"
    Hernan Cortéz violently overthrew the Aztec Empire. He captured their leader, Montezuma, in an effort to achieve religious conversion, and burned the city. This shows how religion can easily be distorted to justify unjust actions.