Abbot

small farm, and paid a lot for Gregor’s education. His professor, Fredrich Franz, persuaded him to become a monk. He became a monk so he could continue his work in science without getting in trouble with the government or the Church. He became the abbot of his monastery and continued…

It all started with one person, Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis. Historians this day have called the time that took place in western Europe from 1000 and 1300 a peaceful time. Though wars were fought here and there throughout the other parts of Europe, it was peaceful compared to the destruction…

Within the novellas of Boccaccio's Decameron, there are countless examples of women being controlled by the men in their lives. One example is the relationship of the Marquis of Saluzzo, Gualtieri and his wife Griselda depicted in the Day 10, Story 10 novella. Pressured by his people, Gualtieri decided to marry Griselda, who was a poor farm girl. Gualtieri asked Griselda a series of questions that exemplify how women were essentially ruled by their husbands, including, “If he were to marry her,…

From 1095 to the end of the Middle Ages, the call to the Holy Land echoed across Europe as enthusiastic preachers lectured crowds upon wooden platforms, exercising all the tricks of the orator’s trade by coaxing, threatening, and promising in order to rouse up revenge upon there enemy. Preaching was the most effective way to reach the illiterate masses. Although the clergy and nobles of Europe were used to receiving letters begging aid for the Holy Land, for the most part the emotions and hopes…

The range in the 80’s was as full of them as a dog’s hair of fleas” (Abbot & Smith). Abbott’s father was a rancher and farmer in Nebraska, however he left home to become a cowboy. He spoke about the large influx of settlers in 1876, that began to diminish and overstock the open range (Abbot & Smith). Ten years later, there was a total of 7.5 million cattle on the plains (“Cattle Boom”). Just as Hardin had predicted, more and more…

Step inside anyone of the numerous Gothic cathedrals and instantly awash of transcendence is invoked. Elaborate ribbed vaulted ceilings instill a sense of awe, wonder, and obedience to the divine order. The warmth of God’s divine light illuminates the stone vaults and decorated domes of the cathedrals as it pours through stain glass windows. The aesthetically pleasing bare bones are purposely left apparent in the construction of Gothic style buildings. Additionally, in the comprising of…

a monarch or a sovereign of a place invested in bishops and abbots with a ceremonial ring and staff. “This ceremonial was extremely important both social and economically in the hierarchy because the appoint would also be a feudal lord.” This indicates the power that king gives the bishop or abbot that was chosen not only as a spiritual leader, but a feudal lord as well. Which means for the citizens of that land that the bishop or abbot has authority over other people just alike a royal…

I chose St. Thomas Aquinas because he was incredibly intelligent. St. Thomas Aquinas is known for being a philosopher and author of important books. He was knowledgeable, and he also gave up a lot to do God’s plan for him. I wanted to read his books and learn more about Jesus Christ. I want to become smart and wise like him. I believe that St. Thomas Aquinas is one of the most important saints to venerate. Learning from St. Thomas Aquinas is beneficial and meaningful. I may also become a priest…

lost before they were born (Starley). Henry had had enough. So he accused Anne Boleyn of high treason, and was sent to the Tower of London. When little princess Elizabeth was 3-years old when her mother, Anne Boleyn, was beheaded on May 19, 1536 (Abbot 31). After this, Henry never paid much attention to her, and she grew up without a mother figure to support…

given though) and one mouse once said in the book that he has a brain and can use it! (along those lines). Matthias’ role in Redwall, is that he is a commander in the Redwall Military. Matthias is the way he is as he is an orphan taken care of the Abbot. Matthias is a great warrior, as it is revealed later in the story, but his wits always are his weakness, as again he is…