Schism – a split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief.
synonyms: division, split, rift, breach, rupture, break, separation, severance; chasm, gulf; discord, disagreement, dissension
Before the Protestant Reformation
Western Schism (1378 to 1418) refers to a papal succession crisis that divided the Catholic church that lasted from 1378 to 1418.
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