2. It would be all Catholic kingdoms during that time which the Pope has power over. 5. They want to take over or control it because it serves as a symbol of their fate and prestige over the other faiths or kingdoms. 6. Religious reasons - to retake the holy land - to exterminate or kill the infidels who stand in their way - convert the infidels - salvation of all sins Political reasons - new land -increase of trade and spices from the East - increase prestige and power