Daily Life in a Medieval Monastery - Medievalists.netMonastic life at Cluny Abbey in the Middle Ages combined rigorous schedules of prayer and work, emphasizing community service and spiritual devotion.
Tiny Edens: What Grew in a Medieval Monastery's Garden - Medievalists.netMonastic gardens were essential for self-sufficiency, featuring elements like fountains and grass for both utility and spiritual reflection.
Daily Life in a Medieval Monastery - Medievalists.netMonastic life at Cluny Abbey in the Middle Ages combined rigorous schedules of prayer and work, emphasizing community service and spiritual devotion.
Tiny Edens: What Grew in a Medieval Monastery's Garden - Medievalists.netMonastic gardens were essential for self-sufficiency, featuring elements like fountains and grass for both utility and spiritual reflection.
The Roads to RomeThe Roman road network significantly influenced travel and culture from ancient times through the Middle Ages, symbolizing Roman power and legacy.
25 Things from Everyday Life in the Middle Ages - Medievalists.netMedieval life was shaped by essential everyday items used for clothing, grooming, and tools, reflecting personal status and societal norms.
Medieval Falconry with Yannis Hadjinicolaou - Medievalists.netFalconry embodied social status and sophistication during the Middle Ages, linking leisure with nobility.
25 Things from Everyday Life in the Middle Ages - Medievalists.netMedieval life was shaped by essential everyday items used for clothing, grooming, and tools, reflecting personal status and societal norms.
Medieval Falconry with Yannis Hadjinicolaou - Medievalists.netFalconry embodied social status and sophistication during the Middle Ages, linking leisure with nobility.
New Medieval Books: Cross-dressing in the Middle Ages - Medievalists.netCross-dressing in the Middle Ages was common and challenged strict norms of gender and social status.The book delves into the complexities surrounding medieval cross-dressing and its social implications.
Dowager Queens of Korea with Alban Schmid - The Medieval Podcast, Episode 275 - Medievalists.netThe dowager queens of Korea were powerful legitimizers of the throne, influencing governance during the late Middle Ages.
fromMedievalists.net3 months agoThe Struggles of Travel in the Middle Ages - Medievalists.netThe Middle Ages experienced significant social and economic mobility contrary to traditional views of rigid feudalism.
Four Medieval Online Courses Coming in January - Medievalists.netThe Middle Ages online courses offer diverse insights into history, magic, and culture, accessible from home, starting January.
Cyber Monday Sale on Online Medieval Studies' Courses - Medievalists.netSave 25% on online medieval studies courses during Black Friday/Cyber Monday.Courses available on a variety of medieval topics, accessible live or on-demand.
Four Medieval Online Courses Coming in January - Medievalists.netThe Middle Ages online courses offer diverse insights into history, magic, and culture, accessible from home, starting January.
Cyber Monday Sale on Online Medieval Studies' Courses - Medievalists.netSave 25% on online medieval studies courses during Black Friday/Cyber Monday.Courses available on a variety of medieval topics, accessible live or on-demand.
The Perils of the Sea: A Tenth-Century Shipwreck Tale - Medievalists.netSurviving the tempestuous sea in the Middle Ages required skill, courage, and often faced the threat of storms and shipwrecks.
The History of Christmas CelebrationsChristmas has a rich history influenced by pagan traditions, evolving through different eras with added unique festive elements.
New Online Course: Medieval Education: From Schools to Universities - Medievalists.netEducation in the Middle Ages laid the foundations for modern learning and was profoundly influenced by religious and cultural transformations.
Vote for Your Favourite Medieval Studies' Open Access Resource - Medievalists.netVoting is now open for the MAFE Open Access Resources Sweet 16 competition on Middle Ages educational materials.
New Online Course: Medieval Education: From Schools to Universities - Medievalists.netEducation in the Middle Ages laid the foundations for modern learning and was profoundly influenced by religious and cultural transformations.
Vote for Your Favourite Medieval Studies' Open Access Resource - Medievalists.netVoting is now open for the MAFE Open Access Resources Sweet 16 competition on Middle Ages educational materials.
Training Royal Horses for Warfare: A Medieval Mastery - Medievalists.netRoyal horse training in the Middle Ages required a careful blend of selection, systematic training, and handling skills for effective warfare and prestige.
French women had more power in the Middle Ages than after the Revolution - Medievalists.netThe Middle Ages involved cooperation and women's power, contrary to the belief that it was just about tyranny and struggle.
Your Horoscope from the Middle Ages - Medievalists.netAstrology was widely consulted for practical guidance even during the Middle Ages, despite theological debates surrounding its legitimacy.
30 English Sayings We Got From The Middle Ages - Medievalists.netPopular sayings from the Middle Ages have significantly influenced modern English, illustrating timeless wisdom and cultural heritage.
New Medieval Books: The Book of the Deeds of the Good Knight Jacques de Lalaing - Medievalists.netThe Book of the Deeds of the Good Knight Jacques de Lalaing offers profound insights into late Middle Ages chivalry and knightly conduct.
The Battle For JerusalemThe historical significance of Jerusalem has led to major conflicts between Christians and Muslims for centuries, shaping religious and political dynamics.
Medieval Life Hacks: Hygiene and Manners from the 12th Century - Medievalists.netMedieval people cared about appearance and manners, as evidenced by ethical advice in Daniel of Beccles' 'The Book of the Civilised Man.'
Aethelred the UnreadyAethelred II's reign illustrates the difficulties faced by monarchs in uniting a kingdom under external threats and internal strife.
An Entertaining New Book Will Tell You Something You Never Knew About WitchcraftCunning Folk in medieval and early modern Europe offered magical services for a fee, which were considered legitimate and useful at the time.