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This is from the Latin title Catholicissimus, which prior to Charles V was rendered "Most Catholic Monarch" and after Charles V was rendered Most Catholic Majesty. According to Wikipedia, it is awarded to monarchs who in the eyes of that Pope embody Catholic principles in their personal lives and state policies. The title then remains attached to the monarchs descended from the original holder in perpetuity, unless withdrawn by a Pope. The reigning monarchs of Europe who currently carry that title are the monarchs of Belgium, Luxembourg, and Spain. Historically, this title is often used to refer to the Catholic monarchs Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon. And that is how you will see it used in secular history books.
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What is a Catholic monarchy?
Catholic monarchs are any monarchs who follow the Catholic faith. The term The Catholic Monarchs is a term that the pope used to give occassionally to monarchs who especially identified with the faith, the most notable examples being Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain.
Why was Spain in the Catholic Reformation?
Because Spain had the "most Catholic monarchs" who sought to preserve the faith in their country unspotted by protestant heretics.
What catholic monarchs supported columbus' voyage?
Spain
Who paid christopher Columbus to explore and why did he have to explore?
the catholic monarchs of Spain
How did the Reformation affect the authority of the Catholic Church of monarchs?
It started killing the people
Who were the monarchs of spain in 1492?
Queen Isabella I of Castile and King Ferdinand II of Aragon, together known as the "Catholic Monarchs," ruled Spain in 1492.
What factor particularly increased the power of the catholic church over monarchs?
the pope's wealth
What change did the Stuart monarchs James I and James I I attempt?
To make England more Catholic
What did the Stuart monarchs James i and James ii attempt?
To make England more Catholic
Who declared martin Luther an outlaw and heretic?
The pope and several Roman Catholic monarchs.
Why was the catholic church stronger in Spain than in many other parts in Europe?
It ruled Europe so it was strong everywhere.
Nobles had overthrown most of the monarchs by?
Most of the monarchs in the ancient world had been overthrown by 750 b.C.
