Council of Paris

The Council of Paris in 1212 was a significant church meeting that aimed to address various issues within the Catholic Church. It was convened by Pope Innocent III, focusing on reforming church practices and resolving conflicts, particularly regarding the Albigensian Crusade against heretical groups in southern France. The council emphasized the importance of doctrinal unity and the need for moral integrity among clergy. It sought to strengthen the Church's authority and promote the suppression of heresy, reflecting the period's religious tensions and the Church's efforts to maintain control over Christian beliefs and practices.