Monothelitism is a theological doctrine that emerged in the 7th century, primarily within the context of the Byzantine Empire. It posits that Jesus Christ has two natures—divine and human—but only one will, the divine will. This belief was an attempt to reconcile differences between the Chalcedonian and Non-Chalcedonian Christians regarding the nature of Christ. The doctrine was officially promoted by the Emperor Heraclius as a means to unify the empire's religious factions. However, it faced strong opposition from various church leaders, leading to its eventual condemnation at the Third Council of Constantinople in 681 AD, which reaffirmed the belief in two wills in Christ.