What caused the christian church to divide into two branches - the eastern orthodox church and the catholic church? a. the rise of the byzantine empire in the east b. disagreements by church leaders on interpreting the scriptures c. differences in language, liturgy, and views on religious icons d. the fall of the western roman empire

The rise of the Byzantine Empire in the East caused the Christian church to divide into two branches.

Therefore we can conclude that the rise of the Byzantine Empire in the East led to the division of churches into two.

Thus option A. is correct answer.

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