Church and State in Visigothic Spain (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025556567)

"Church and State in Visigothic Spain" provides a comprehensive scholarly examination of the intricate relationship between ecclesiastical and civil authorities during one of the most formative periods of Iberian history. Covering the era from the conversion of King Reccared to the fall of the Visigothic monarchy, Aloysius K. Ziegler explores how the Catholic Church influenced the legal, political, and social structures of the Visigothic kingdom.

The work delves into the significance of the Councils of Toledo, which served as pivotal assemblies where religious and secular leaders collaborated to shape the governance of the realm. By analyzing the legislative contributions of the bishops and the king's role in church affairs, the author illustrates the emergence of a proto-theocratic state that significantly impacted the development of medieval European law and politics. This study is an essential resource for those interested in the history of Late Antiquity, the evolution of Canon Law, and the foundational elements of the Spanish nation. Ziegler's meticulous research offers profound insights into the synthesis of Roman heritage, Germanic custom, and Christian doctrine that defined the Visigothic era.

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