How Did Bishops Become So Powerful in This Time Period

question 50

Essay

How did bishops become so powerful in this time period? What were their areas of authority and related duties?

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Definitions:

Post-industrialization

A phase in economic development where a society transitions from a manufacturing-based economy to one focused on services and technology.

Global Consumerism

The global trend towards increasingly consumer-oriented societies, where purchasing and consumption of goods and services are central cultural values and indicators of economic success.

Integrated Financial Markets

Financial markets that are globally interconnected, allowing capital to move freely across borders, enhancing efficiency and liquidity.

Pastoral Societies

Communities whose primary means of subsistence is based on the rearing and breeding of livestock.