10th century Christianity

In the 10th century, Christianity was centered around the Catholic Church in Western Europe, with the Pope as its spiritual leader. The church influenced daily life, politics, and culture, fostering monasticism and religious reform movements. During this time, there was increased effort to strengthen church doctrine, expand monasteries, and combat heresies. Meanwhile, the Eastern Orthodox Church thrived in the Byzantine Empire, maintaining its own traditions and leadership under the Patriarch of Constantinople. Overall, Christianity was a unifying force across Europe and Byzantium, shaping society through religious practices, theological developments, and increased institutional coherence.