Predica de la Clermont și motivațiile teologice în declanșarea primei cruciade
The Sermon at Clermont and the Theological Motivations in the Initiation of the First Crusade
Author(s): Ioan Paraschiv OpreaSubject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, History, History of Church(es), History of ideas, Military history, Theology and Religion, History of Religion
Published by: Editura Andreiana
Keywords: First Crusade; Council of Clermont; Pope Urban II; Sermon; Holy Land; Spiritual Incentives; Ecclesiastical Authority;
Summary/Abstract: This paper explores the theological motivations behind Pope Urban II's speech at the Council of Clermont in 1095, which marked the initiation of the First Crusade. The analysis focuses on the religious rhetoric used to inspire collective action, emphasising the sanctity of the Holy Land and the promise of spiritual rewards for participants. The study also highlights the broader social and political context that amplified the speech’s impact, turning it into a unifying force for mediaeval Christendom. By examining its theological underpinnings and historical consequences, the paper provides insights into the speech’s role in reshaping Christian-Muslim interactions and the mediaeval worldview.
Journal: Studia Doctoralia Andreiana
- Issue Year: XIII/2024
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 268-280
- Page Count: 13
- Language: Romanian
