Parish Priests and Their People in the Middle Ages in England (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring Parish Priests and Communities in Medieval England

Edward Lewes Cutts (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
455 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766465054-2 (EAN)

Infos

In "Parish Priests and Their People in the Middle Ages in England," Edward Lewes Cutts provides a comprehensive examination of the pivotal role that parish priests played within their communities during the medieval period. This meticulously researched work not only chronicles the social, religious, and administrative responsibilities of these clergymen but also delves into the intricate relationships they fostered with their congregations. Cutts employs a clear and engaging prose style, enriched with first-hand accounts and historical documents, placing the book within the broader context of ecclesiastical history and social change in medieval England. Edward Lewes Cutts was an eminent English church historian, whose deep-seated interest in the medieval church and its workings is palpable throughout his writings. His extensive academic background and dedication to uncovering the nuances of religious life in the Middle Ages stem from both personal conviction and scholarly curiosity. This commitment allowed him to create a nuanced portrait of the parish system, drawing upon a wealth of archival material to illuminate the complexities of clerical duties and community interplay. For anyone interested in the historical development of parish life, as well as the sociopolitical dynamics of medieval England, Cutts' work is indispensable. It serves not only as an informative historical study but also as a poignant reflection on the enduring influence of clerical leadership in shaping local communities. Highly recommended for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of medieval history alike.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.5.2021
• Einführung: Dorian Ellsworth
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Dorian Ellsworth
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Mittelalter
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie ► Christentum
• Schlagworte: 1066-1485 • 600-1500 • Catholic Church • Christianity • Christianity in England • Church Administration • Church history • Clergy • community life Middle Ages • England • everyday life priests • historical church studies • medieval clergy dynamics • Medieval England • medieval English society • medieval society • Middle Ages • parish community relationships • parish priests • religious leaders • Religious life • Religious Practices • religious roles parishioners • social history England • social life and customs • socio-religious interactions • spiritual leadership challenges