Renaissance Papacy Family Trees

The video explores the influence of three prominent families—the Borgias, Della Rovere, and Medici—on the papacy during the Italian Renaissance. It covers the Western Schism, the rise of nepotism, and the controversial reigns of popes like Alexander VI. The video also highlights the patronage of the arts by Pope Julius II and the impact of the Protestant Reformation initiated during Pope Leo X's time. The Medici family's influence extended beyond the church, affecting European royalty and politics.

Discuss the significance of the Sistine Chapel and its connection to the popes of the Renaissance.

Explain the relationship between the Medici family and the papacy.

What were the consequences of Pope Clement VII's refusal to annul King Henry VIII's marriage?

What led to the end of the Renaissance Papacy?