... "truths" that accompanied this system that went unquestioned for years. These "truths" were backed by teachings of the Church and standard educational systems. The Church held its power throughout the Renaissance but with great power comes great responsibility and some fell victim to greed. "The Pope, who had the responsibility of running the Catholic Church as well, ruled Rome. As the ... seat of an international politician rather than a spiritual leader, and many pontiffs fell prey to the vices of corruption and nepotism that often accompanied a position of such power."(Spark - Italia...

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