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Philippe Iv / Boizot
PHILIPPE IV LE BEL ( the Fair ) King of France, a ruthless and ambitious ruler who inter alia suppressed the Templars and installed popes at Avignon
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1268 1314 Alia Ambitious Avignon Installed Inter Philippe Popes Ruler Ruthless Suppressed Templars Boizot
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Philippe IV, also known as Philippe the Fair, was a significant historical figure in French and European history as the King of France from 1285 until his death in 1314. Known for his ruthless ambition and determination, Philippe's reign was marked by several pivotal events that shaped the political and religious landscape of Europe. In this striking portrait, Philippe IV, depicted by an unknown artist, exudes an air of regal authority. The King is shown wearing a richly embroidered robe and holding a scepter, symbolizing his power and sovereignty. The image captures Philippe at the height of his reign, a time when he wielded immense influence over the Church and the secular world. One of Philippe's most notable achievements was the suppression of the Templar Order in 1307. Accused of heresy, the Templars were a powerful military and religious organization that had amassed significant wealth and influence. Philippe, with the support of Pope Clement V, ordered the arrest of thousands of Templars and seized their assets. The Templar suppression marked the end of an era and paved the way for the rise of the Hospitallers and the Knights of Malta. Another significant event during Philippe's reign was the installation of popes at Avignon, a move that marked the beginning of the Papal Schism. In 1305, Philippe invited Pope Clement V to Avignon, France, to resolve a dispute with England over the appointment of a new pope. Clement eventually decided to make Avignon his permanent residence, leading to a split in the Church and the establishment of the Avignon Papacy. Despite his ruthless methods, Philippe IV is remembered as a key figure in French and European history, whose actions shaped the political and religious landscape for generations to come.
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