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Isabella I of Castile became queen over her siblings—particularly after the death of her half-brother, King Henry IV—due to a combination of dynastic disputes, political alliances, legal maneuvering, and military conflict. Here are the key events and decisions that led to her ascension:
Initial Succession Uncertainty: Isabella was not originally the
Henry IV of Castile (Enrique IV; 1425–1474), nicknamed "the Impotent," was King of Castile and León from 1454 to 1474. He was Isabella I's older half brother. His reign was marked by instability and weakening of royal power, as noble factions grew stronger and the kingdom became less centralized. Henry’s inability to produce a male heir, as well as
... See moreFerdinand II of Aragon
it was also used by one of her favourite martyr-saints—the now Blessed Théophane Vénard. On the manuscript of her Autobiography she set the title: "The Story of the Springtime of a little white Flower," and in truth such it was, for long ere the rigours of life's winter came round, the Flower was blossoming in Paradise.
de Lisieux Thérèse • The Story of a Soul (L'Histoire d'une Âme): The Autobiography of St. Thérèse of Lisieux With Additional Writings and Sayings of St. Thérèse
4Oholah was the name of the elder and Oholibah the name of her sister. They became mine, and they bore sons and daughters. As for their names, Oholah is Samaria, and Oholibah is Jerusalem.
C. S. Lewis • The C. S. Lewis Bible: For Reading, Reflection, and Inspiration
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