The Great Schism (East-West Schism)

The Great Schism, also known as the East-West Schism, occurred in 1054, dividing Christianity into the Western Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church. The split arose from theological disagreements, cultural differences, and political tensions between the Latin West and the Greek East. Key issues included the authority of the Pope and the filioque clause in the Nicene Creed. This division fundamentally shaped Christian history, leading to distinct practices, traditions, and beliefs that persist today, influencing millions of followers worldwide.