After the collapse of the Roman Empire, most social institutions were lost. The only European institution to rise from this was the Catholic Church, and because of this, it was able to exert its power over most of Europe unchallenged.
During the High Middle Ages, the Catholic Church became organized into an elaborate hierarchy. It established the supreme power of its leader, the Pope. It also adopted most of the duties that we now associate with government. This model was not challenged until the late medieval period.
After the collapse of the Roman Empire, most social institutions were lost. The only European institution to rise from this was the Catholic Church, and because of this, it was able to exert its power over most of Europe unchallenged.
During the High Middle Ages, the Catholic Church became organized into an elaborate hierarchy. It established the supreme power of its leader, the Pope. It also adopted most of the duties that we now associate with government. This model was not challenged until the late medieval period.
They hung up a sign above his head saying, “King of the Jews.” And one soldier pierced Jesus’ side with a spear and saw that his blood had already separated
Art helps make that happen by making sure that identities and their cultures are given due recognition around the world. This is why artists believe that art is a form of creative human expression, a way of enriching the human experience.
