Pope Urban II — "It is no longer a matter of avenging just the injuries made to men, but rather t…"

It is no longer a matter of avenging just the injuries made to men, but rather those made to God. It is no longer a matter of attacking a city or a castle, but of conquering the Holy Places. If you triumph, the blessings of Heaven and the kingdoms of Asia will be your reward.
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Elevating the conflict to a divine cause and promising both spiritual and earthly rewards. (Attributed in a historical summary)

Date: 1095

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