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The Role of Christian Bishops in Early Medieval Francia: A Q&A Discussion

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The Role of Christian Bishops in Early Medieval Francia: A Q&A Discussion Summary The role of bishops in Francia during the seventh and eighth centuries shifted from primarily a religious figure to a political and military one. This period also saw an increase in church land ownership, and aristocratic virtues became associated with the expansion …

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Monasticism, Cults of Saints, and Church Building in the Fourth Century: A Lasting Impact on Religious Practices

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Monasticism, Cults of Saints, and Church Building in the Fourth Century: A Lasting Impact on Religious Practices Summary Religious practices were significantly impacted in the fourth century by the emergence of cults of saints, monasticism, and the construction of churches. Christian communities focused on commemorating martyrs and creating a Christian past through the cult of …

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