Go to Canossa. Meaning, origin, examples of the use of phraseological units

Free technical library

WINGED WORDS, PHRASEOLOGICAL UNITS
Directory / Winged words, phraseological units / Go to Canossa

Winged words, phraseologism. Meaning, history of origin, examples of use

Winged words, phraseological units

Directory / Winged words, phraseological units

Comments on the article

Go to Canossa

Henry IV

Phraseologism: Go to Canossa.

Meaning: Come with a guilty head to the triumphant enemy, admit your mistakes, repent of them and ask for forgiveness for them.

Origin: Canossa is an ancient mountain castle in the northern Italian province of Reggio Emilia. The name of the castle became widely known during the struggle of the German Emperor Henry IV (1050-1106) with the power of the Pope (1073-1085) Gregory VII, who claimed not only ecclesiastical, but also secular power in Christian countries. Refusing to submit to papal authority, Henry IV convened a council of German bishops, which declared the pope deposed (1076). The pope responded by cursing the German emperor and excommunicating him from the Church. The German princes took advantage of this to overthrow Henry from the throne. The emperor realized that he had lost, and, in order to maintain his power, he went (January, 1077) to Italy to bow to the pope - to ask for forgiveness. The pope, who was then in the castle of Canossa, forced the German emperor to undergo a special ritual in order to receive this forgiveness: Henry had to put on the clothes of a penitent sinner, come to the papal palace and wait for the head of the Catholic Church to deign to accept him and forgive sins. The German emperor stood under the windows of the castle for three days before the pope gave him a sign to enter and receive absolution.

Random phraseology:

And the thread, twisted three times, will not break soon.

Meaning:

About the power of unity, about the great possibilities of joint efforts.

Origin:

From the Bible. Old Testament (Book of Ecclesiastes, 4:12): "And if one begins to overcome one, then two will stand against him: and the thread, twisted three times, will not soon break."

We recommend interesting articles Section Winged words, phraseological units:

▪ Like chickens in cabbage soup (get in)

▪ Grab the stars from the sky

▪ What's in a name?

See other articles Section Winged words, phraseological units.

Read and write useful comments on this article.

<< Back

Latest news of science and technology, new electronics:

Artificial leather for touch emulation 15.04.2024

In a modern technology world where distance is becoming increasingly commonplace, maintaining connection and a sense of closeness is important. Recent developments in artificial skin by German scientists from Saarland University represent a new era in virtual interactions. German researchers from Saarland University have developed ultra-thin films that can transmit the sensation of touch over a distance. This cutting-edge technology provides new opportunities for virtual communication, especially for those who find themselves far from their loved ones. The ultra-thin films developed by the researchers, just 50 micrometers thick, can be integrated into textiles and worn like a second skin. These films act as sensors that recognize tactile signals from mom or dad, and as actuators that transmit these movements to the baby. Parents' touch to the fabric activates sensors that react to pressure and deform the ultra-thin film. This ... >>

Petgugu Global cat litter 15.04.2024

Taking care of pets can often be a challenge, especially when it comes to keeping your home clean. A new interesting solution from the Petgugu Global startup has been presented, which will make life easier for cat owners and help them keep their home perfectly clean and tidy. Startup Petgugu Global has unveiled a unique cat toilet that can automatically flush feces, keeping your home clean and fresh. This innovative device is equipped with various smart sensors that monitor your pet's toilet activity and activate to automatically clean after use. The device connects to the sewer system and ensures efficient waste removal without the need for intervention from the owner. Additionally, the toilet has a large flushable storage capacity, making it ideal for multi-cat households. The Petgugu cat litter bowl is designed for use with water-soluble litters and offers a range of additional ... >>

The attractiveness of caring men 14.04.2024

The stereotype that women prefer "bad boys" has long been widespread. However, recent research conducted by British scientists from Monash University offers a new perspective on this issue. They looked at how women responded to men's emotional responsibility and willingness to help others. The study's findings could change our understanding of what makes men attractive to women. A study conducted by scientists from Monash University leads to new findings about men's attractiveness to women. In the experiment, women were shown photographs of men with brief stories about their behavior in various situations, including their reaction to an encounter with a homeless person. Some of the men ignored the homeless man, while others helped him, such as buying him food. A study found that men who showed empathy and kindness were more attractive to women compared to men who showed empathy and kindness. ... >>

Random news from the Archive

Qualcomm 8-core chip 22.05.2014

The American processor manufacturer Qualcomm will soon launch mass production of the first eight-core mobile chip in its range - Snapdragon 615. The company announced this at the Qualcomm Reference Design (QRD) 2014 conference, which was held in China. It also became known about the chipmaker's plans for flagship solutions.

Built on a 64-bit SoC architecture, Snapdragon 615 is designed for mid-range smartphones and includes an LTE module, eight Cortex-A53 processor cores, an Adreno 405 GPU and support for screens with a resolution of 2560x1600 pixels.

64-bit chipsets Snapdragon 810 (eight CPU cores) and Snapdragon 808 (six cores), according to DigiTimes, Qualcomm will start producing before the end of this year. Chips using the 20nm process technology will be produced at the production facilities of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC).

It is reported that eight-core platforms will not be able to stop the fall in smartphone prices. Moreover, you can already find handsets equipped with eight-core processors, costing less than $163. But the Snapdragon 810 series is able to set the technical capabilities of powerful smartphones to an even higher level.

Other interesting news:

▪ PHILIPS has updated its line of LCD TVs

▪ Created plant honey

▪ Black box for man

▪ Touchpad Airboard

▪ Analog to Digital Converter LTC2255

News feed of science and technology, new electronics

Interesting materials of the Free Technical Library:

▪ site section Low frequency amplifiers. Article selection

▪ article by Jean de La Bruyère. Famous aphorisms

▪ article How did Canada get its name? Detailed answer

▪ article carob tree. Legends, cultivation, methods of application

▪ article Analogue of a high-voltage zener diode. Encyclopedia of radio electronics and electrical engineering

▪ article FM Transverter 144/27 MHz. Encyclopedia of radio electronics and electrical engineering

Leave your comment on this article:

All languages of this page

Home page | Library | Articles | Website map | Site Reviews