Historical Events tagged with "eugene iv"
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Council of Basel Suspends Pope Eugene IV
The Council of Basel convened to address various church issues and declared Pope Eugene IV's policies and actions as unconstitutional, leading to his suspension from the papacy. This was a pivotal moment demonstrating the increasing authority of church councils over papal decisions, marking a significant shift in the balance of power within the Catholic Church.
Continue ReadingPope Eugene IV's Decree on Guanche Enslavement
Pope Eugene IV issued the bull 'Sicut Dudum', which prohibited the enslavement of Guanche natives in the Canary Islands who had converted or were converting to Christianity. This decree aimed to protect the indigenous population from exploitation by Spanish settlers, emphasizing their newfound faith's significance. The bull represented a response to the burgeoning plantation economy in the islands and the treatment of the indigenous people, reinforcing the Church's position on ethical treatment and conversion.
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