Why is john of montecorvino important to history?

The princes of europe believed that they were no longer obligated to remain under the authority of the church. the idea of another christian church, one outside of the pope's authority, had financial appeal as well. many european leaders began to seize church property and place it under the authority of the state. based on the text, why did another christian church appeal to european princes? it would allow them to make religious decisions. it would give them authority over people. it would allow them to expand their lands. it would allow them to influence the pope.

What should the christian's stand be concerning military involvement? is there ever justification for war? can a war ever be "just"? write your answer in a paragraph of 125 words.

What is the most celebrated piece of japanese literature and who was its author? why is it important in the literary world? (around 1000 ad by a woman)