Prohibition of Simony

The Prohibition of Simony was a key aspect of The Gregorian Reform, initiated by Pope Gregory VII in the 11th century. It aimed to eliminate the practice of simony, which is the buying or selling of church offices and positions. This reform sought to ensure that church leaders were chosen based on merit and spiritual qualifications rather than financial transactions. The goal was to enhance the integrity and moral authority of the Church, reduce corruption, and restore the legitimacy of its institutions, thereby aligning the church's functions with its spiritual mission.