This particular pamphlet enhanced my understanding of medieval women’s lives and their relation to Christianity. To be more specific, I found tales W1 through W4 very interesting. These tales explain how it was a considered a sin for women to have fashionable and extravagant attire. Women dressing fancy were a religious sin connected to pride. The people during this time felt that the cost of a fashionable dress might be better used to clothe the poor. I do agree that it is important to think of others and be charitable; however, a woman should not be judged by her attire or fashion. Tales W3 and W4 are excellent examples of females being judged and considered sinners for their
This particular pamphlet enhanced my understanding of medieval women’s lives and their relation to Christianity. To be more specific, I found tales W1 through W4 very interesting. These tales explain how it was a considered a sin for women to have fashionable and extravagant attire. Women dressing fancy were a religious sin connected to pride. The people during this time felt that the cost of a fashionable dress might be better used to clothe the poor. I do agree that it is important to think of others and be charitable; however, a woman should not be judged by her attire or fashion. Tales W3 and W4 are excellent examples of females being judged and considered sinners for their