After learning about the early medieval civilizations- the Byzantines, Islamic society, and the Germanic peoples- (Chapter 7 lecture), answer the following question. Follow the directions carefully in order to receive full credit. Chapter 7 Lecture Question: In this lecture, we saw that religion often served as a good political tool for rulers. How did Byzantine, Islamic, and Germanic rulers combine religion and politics in their approach to governing? Directions for Answering the Question: Using information from the lecture, Fully describe 1 example for how Byzantine rulers combined religion and politics. If you discuss an event like the Iconoclastic Controversy, make sure you fully explain why it happened and what it was in addition to which rulers started it and ended it. Fully describe 1 example for how Islamic rulers combined religion and politics.’ If you give the example of Muhammad, make sure you explain where he became a political leader (in addition to a religious one) and how this helped him take charge of Mecca and Medina. Fully describe 1 example for how Germanic rulers combined religion and politics. If you discuss a specific ruler (like Clovis or Charlemagne) make sure you explain specifically (be descriptive!) how they used religion to further their goals. If you discuss the political roles of religious leaders, make sure you explain why they were given political responsibilities, in addition to what those political roles were. Important Rules for all Lecture
