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King Henry II of England presents the Papal Bull to Irish clergy at the Synod of Cashel. Date: 1171
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Bull Cashel Clergy Papal Presents Synod 1171
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In this historic image from the annals of medieval Europe, King Henry II of England (1133-1189) stands before an assembly of Irish clergy at the Synod of Cashel in the year 1171. The king, dressed in regal attire and wearing a crown adorned with precious jewels, holds aloft a papal bull with both hands, its parchment bearing the seal of Pope Adrian IV (1154-1159). The pope had granted Henry the right to rule over Ireland and its church, effectively ending the rule of the High King of Ireland, Diarmait Mac Murchada, and marking the beginning of English rule in the country. The Synod of Cashel was a significant event in the history of Ireland and the British Isles, as it marked the formal establishment of English authority over the Irish church and the beginning of the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland. The Irish clergy, gathered in the royal presence, appear solemn and reverent as they witness the transfer of power. The scene is set against the backdrop of the magnificent ruins of Cashel Cathedral, a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Ireland. King Henry II's presence in Ireland was not without controversy, as his rule brought about the subjugation of the Irish people and the imposition of English law and customs. Nevertheless, the Synod of Cashel marked a turning point in the history of the island, paving the way for the complex and often tumultuous relationship between England and Ireland that would endure for centuries to come. This powerful image captures a moment of historical significance, as the transfer of power from the High King of Ireland to the English monarch was formalized before the assembled clergy at the Synod of Cashel.
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