The East-West Schism and Its Impact on Christianity

The video explores the historical East-West Schism in Christianity, highlighting key events like the 1054 excommunication, language and cultural differences, and political structures that contributed to the divide. It discusses the Philoque controversy and missionary efforts that furthered the schism. The impact of the Crusades is examined, showing how they solidified the division. The video concludes with a reflection on the ongoing challenges of church unity.

What event in 1054 is often cited as a significant moment in the East-West Schism?

• The signing of the Nicene Creed

• The Council of Nicaea

• The excommunication of Patriarch Michael Serularius

• The fall of the Western Roman Empire

What was a major language barrier that contributed to the schism between the eastern and western churches?

• Hebrew in the west and Aramaic in the east

• Latin in the west and Greek in the east

• Greek in the west and Latin in the east

• Latin in the east and Greek in the west

How did the political structure differ between the eastern and western churches?

• The west had a centralized empire, while the east was decentralized

• The east had a centralized empire, while the west was decentralized

• Both had centralized empires

• Both were decentralized

What was the Philoque controversy about?

• The authority of the Pope

• The nature of Christ

• The date of Easter

• The procession of the Holy Spirit

Which council added the term 'Philoque' to the Nicene Creed?

• Council of Toledo

• Council of Nicaea

• Council of Constantinople

• Council of Chalcedon

What was the eastern church's perception of the western council's addition of 'Philoque'?

• It was welcomed

• It was ignored

• It was viewed as an overreach

• It was seen as a necessary clarification

What claim did the popes in Rome make that was ill-received by eastern Christians?

• The pope's role as a mediator

• The pope's authority over only the western church

• The pope's role as a patriarch among equals

• The pope's authority over the entire church

What action did Cardinal Humbert take that formalized the schism?

• He reconciled with the eastern patriarch

• He called for a new council

• He placed a bull of excommunication on the altar of the Hagia Sophia

• He declared war on the eastern church

What was a significant factor in solidifying the schism during the Crusades?

• The unity of eastern and western armies

• The successful defense of Jerusalem

• The establishment of Latin churches in the east

• The peaceful negotiations between east and west

How were the Crusaders remembered in relation to the eastern orthodox counterparts?

• As unifying forces

• As successful diplomats

• As misbehaving mercenaries

• As protectors of the eastern church