Louis IV tried to depose John XXII and install what?
A regency
An emperor
An anti-pope
A new cardinal
Answer
The antipope, a rival claimant to the papal throne, is an individual put forward by various factions or powers as an alternative to the canonically elected pope. This concept emerged in the context of medieval Christianity, particularly during periods of conflict and dispute over ecclesiastical matters, and aimed to challenge the authority of the sitting pope.
Conquering the Crown: Unveiling the Reign of Louis IV, Holy Roman Emperor
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