Medieval Literature - Marsilius of Padua and the Attack on Papal Power
Why does society almost naturally form dramas and plays? How does this play into human psychology?
Dante took inspiration from the Greek works when he chose what punishment best fit those who were gluttonous in life, even though he condemns Homer to part of hell. What could this mean? Why is it important to look upon other cultures even in the religious mindset?
Philip the Fair disgraced Boniface VIII and manipulated Boniface's predecessor. Why is it so important that the emperors do not have this much control over the papacy? How did this take effect on today's politics in Western society?
Marsilius makes it clear the law is no longer to be backed by reason of nature or religion but is whatever someone decries, and the reason you should follow law is strictly fear of force. What are the visible and potential effects this had on Western society? How bad was this for the world? Was there any good to this turn of events?
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