Urban II's Sermon

Urban II's Sermon, delivered in 1095, was a call to Christians to unite and undertake a holy war to reclaim Jerusalem and the Holy Land from Muslim control. He framed the Crusade as a religious duty, emphasizing spiritual rewards and the importance of defending fellow Christians and Christian sites. He also depicted it as a moral obligation to combat evil and protect Christendom. The speech inspired many to join the expedition, leading to the First Crusade, which aimed to secure Christian access to sacred locations and promote religious unity across Europe.