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Henry II was indirectly responsible for Thomas Becket's martyrdom due to his tumultuous relationship with the Archbishop of Canterbury. Their conflict stemmed from Becket's commitment to the Church's independence and his opposition to royal authority over ecclesiastical matters. While Henry II famously expressed a desire to rid himself of Becket, he did not directly order his murder; however, the king's words and actions created an environment that led to Becket's assassination by knights who believed they were acting in the king's interest. Ultimately, this tragic event highlighted the struggle between church and state during Henry's reign.
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Why did Henry ask the archbishop of york to crown his son not Becket?
it was because Thomas Becket an Henry II had an argument( not sure when) and Henry II then decided that he had enough and mad the Archbishop of York do the honour when actually it was supposed to be Thomas Becket (the Archbishop of Canterbury's) job.
How did becoming archbishop change Thomas Becket's life?
Henry II and Thomas Becket fell out. (IDK what that means, but it was on a historical paper...)
What were the arguments between Thomas becket and king Edward 2?
None, since Edward II lived long after Thomas Becket died. Thomas lived at the time of king Henry II.
Who is Tomas a becket?
Thomas Becket, also known as Thomas à Becket, was the Archbishop of Canterbury in the 12th century. He clashed with King Henry II over the rights and privileges of the church. Becket was ultimately murdered by followers of the King, which led to his sainthood and the veneration of his memory as a martyr.
Archbishop of Canterbury appointed by Henry II and later murdered was?
Thomas Becket
Who was most responsible for Thomas Becket's death?
Thomas was murdered by followers of King Henry II after the King hinted broadly that he wanted Becket removed from his life.
Why did King Henry II get angry with Thomas Becket?
King Henry II got angry because Thomas Becket betrayed him by kicking out all the loyal people in the church of England and also kicked out the Archbishop of York. So king Henry II sent out knights to search and to kill Thomas Becket. Then King Henry II tried to stop the nights but it was too late. So that is why King Henry II got angry with Thomas Becket.
Who instituted the constitutions of clarendon?
Henry II to Thomas Becket
Who was executed by Henry II?
Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury.
Why did Henry ask the archbishop of york to crown his son not Becket?
it was because Thomas Becket an Henry II had an argument( not sure when) and Henry II then decided that he had enough and mad the Archbishop of York do the honour when actually it was supposed to be Thomas Becket (the Archbishop of Canterbury's) job.
How were Henry ll and Thomas Becket similar?
Henry II and Thomas Becket were both powerful, Henry as a king and Becket as Archbishop of Canterbury. They were both trying to consolidate or maintain the power of their organizations. And they were both very stubborn.
Why was Thomas Becket punished?
Henry II hated him for not lettin him rule
What was thomas becket before he became archbishop?
he was a friend to henry II!
How old was Thomas Becket when he met King Henry II?
about 34
How did becoming archbishop change Thomas Becket's life?
Henry II and Thomas Becket fell out. (IDK what that means, but it was on a historical paper...)
Why did Henry II fall out with thomas becket?
Thomas Becket fell out with Henry II because Henry chose Thomas to be arch bishop because he wanted the church on his side. But it all went wrong for him. Thomas went to the church's side and forgot all about Henry. that made Henry angry.
Who were all the suspects for Thomas Becket's death?
King Henry II was the untimate person responsible for the death of Thomas. He would have been the person to order, or approve, his execution.
