Reason for the Crusades

Reason for the Crusades

1. Both were succesful religions

   • which one was more successful?
   • who was the correct religion?

2. Christians wanted the Holy land to themselves

   • Muslims were tolerant of christians
   • They wanted more land
     • more money

3. Christians told horrible stories about Muslims

   • They killed Christians
   • Killed kittens
   • Gave Christians a reason to hate Muslims

4. Different beliefs

   • Mosques/church
   • God/Allah
   • Koran/Bible

5. Help Christians in the East

   • Those already fighting

6. Forgiveness of sins