The Feud between King Philip and pope Boniface

King Philip began to rule

Oct 5, 1285

King Philip started to rule in 1285. After he had conflict with Pope Boniface he took control of the french bishops.

Pope Boniface becomes the Pope

Dec 24, 1294

Directly after Boniface became Pope he disagreed with King Philip.

The feud begins

Dec 9, 1300

King Philip controled the bishops which angered Pope Boniface because he thought that Popes should rule all kings like in the past. Pope Boniface wrote an official document telling King Philip to step down and give the pope power over him. Philip decided to disregard this document which began the feud.

Who won the feud

Dec 9, 1303

The pope was let out of jail but died a month later. As a result never again would a pope have more power than the king.

How the feud was fought

Dec 9, 1303

King Philip held Pope Boniface prisoner and attempted to bring him to trial. He did this to get the monarchy and the pope to obey him.