The Western Church claimed authority over the Eastern Church because the Pope wanted the Eastern Church to remain Christian. wanted the Eastern Church to move to Rome. believed he had power over both churches. believed he had power over European kings.

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9 July, 06:41

The Western Church claimed authority over the Eastern Church because the Pope wanted the Eastern Church to remain Christian. wanted the Eastern Church to move to Rome. believed he had power over both churches. believed he had power over European kings.

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Ty Macias · Answer 1

The Western Church claimed authority over the Eastern Church because the Pope " believed he had power over both churches"--his argument was that the Church originated in the west, so that would always be its center power.