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Manorial System & Feudalism
Is there a unifying idea behind all of these terms below? Turn to page 40, read top of page to “The Medieval Christian Church on page 41 …” Record definitions to … Feudalism … Vassals … Fiefs … Manor … Serfs …
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From “Life in Medieval Times”
A statement from a man in the 8th Century pledging loyalty to a Lord: “Inasmuch as it is known to all that I lack the wherewithal to feed and clothe myself, I have asked for your pity, and your goodwill has granted to me permission to deliver and commend myself into your authority and protection. In return you have undertaken to aid and sustain me, while I have undertaken to serve you as far as lies in my power. And for as long as I shall live, I am bound to serve you and respect you, and during my lifetime I have not the right to withdraw from your authority and protection, but must, on the contrary, for the remainder of my days remain under it.”
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Gregorian Chant ** Sacred song of the western Roman Catholic Church, developed in 9th – 10th Century, a chant unaccompanied by musical instrumentation.
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Influence of the Roman Catholic Church
Provides cultural continuity at a time of social / political instability. Baptism Eucharist Confirmation Reconciliation Anointing the sick Marriage Holy orders
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Handout – “Alcuin and Carolingian Renaissance”
(1) – What is interesting or surprising? (2) – What questions do you have about this information?
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Clovis (A.D. 466-511) A.D. 508 – converts to Christianity
Eventually, this leads to widespread conversions of peoples in modern-day France, Belgium, and Germany.
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Charlemagne (A.D ) Like Clovis, conquers land and encourages spread of Christianity. A.D. 800 – Charlemagne is crowned “Holy Roman Emperor”
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Holy Roman Empire Holy Roman Empire in 1517, ruled by Charles V at the time of Luther’s “95 Theses”
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Middle Ages Overview … A.D. 500 to 1000 – “Dark Ages”
A.D. 800 to 12000, effect of the Vikings upon Europe … The Catholic Church & political power … The “Reconquista” … A.D to 1450 – “Late Middle Ages” Formation of banking … 1300’s – 1400’s, Bubonic Plague …
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