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A concordat is a formal agreement between the Holy See (the central governing body of the Catholic Church) and a secular government. It typically concerns the legal status and privileges of the Catholic Church within the territory of the government.
Concordats have been used throughout history to regulate the relationship between the Church and the state. They were particularly common in Europe during the 19th and early 20th centuries, when many countries experienced religious tensions.
The first known concordat was the Concordat of Worms in 1122, which resolved a conflict between the Holy Roman Emperor Henry V and Pope Calixtus II over the investiture of bishops.
Concordats typically cover matters such as:
Concordats are not legally binding on the Church, but they are generally respected by both parties. They can be modified or terminated by mutual agreement.
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