Philip II favored the secular over the regular clergy because

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Philip II favored the secular clergy over the regular clergy because he was concerned about the independence of spirit shown by the regular clergy, especially in their dealings with indigenous peoples. The regular clergy (members of religious orders) often had more sympathetic attitudes towards indigenous peoples and were sometimes critical of Spanish policies that exploited them. This independence and criticism did not align with Philip II's goals for a unified and controlled approach to colonization and conversion efforts in the New World.

Philip II Favored the Secular Over the Regular Clergy Because