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King John (1167-1216) kneeling before the Popes legate, 1213
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King John (1167-1216) kneeling before the Popes legate, 1213
King John (1167-1216) kneeling before the Popes legate, 1213. Following a dispute between King John and Pope Innocent III regarding Johns insistence on his sole right to elect a new Archbishop of Canterbury (following the death of Hubert Walter in 1205), John was excommunicated in 1209 and, in 1213, Innocent threatened stronger measures unless John submitted. The papal terms for submission were accepted in the presence of the papal legate Pandulph in May 1213. In addition, John offered to surrender the Kingdom of England to God and the Saints Peter and Paul for a feudal service of 1000 marks annually, 700 for England and 300 for Ireland. With this submission, John gained the valuable support of his papal overlord in his new dispute with the English barons
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This print captures a significant moment in history, depicting King John of England kneeling before the Pope's legate in 1213. The image symbolizes the culmination of a bitter dispute between King John and Pope Innocent III over the appointment of a new Archbishop of Canterbury. Excommunicated in 1209 for his defiance, John faced dire consequences unless he submitted to the papal authority. In May 1213, with the presence of Papal Legate Pandulph, King John accepted the terms set by Innocent III. To demonstrate his commitment, John offered to surrender the Kingdom of England to God and Saints Peter and Paul while pledging an annual feudal service payment of 1000 marks. This strategic move not only secured papal support but also strengthened his position against rebellious English barons. The engraving showcases this pivotal moment as it highlights themes such as acceptance, submission, religious power dynamics, and political maneuvering within medieval Europe. It provides a glimpse into an era where monarchs sought divine endorsement for their rule through alliances with influential religious figures. Created by an unknown artist during that time period, this monochrome print preserves historical significance while offering us insight into one chapter of King John's tumultuous reign. As we observe him humbly kneeling before the representative of papal authority, we are reminded that even kings were subject to higher powers during this era dominated by religion and monarchy.
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