Fashion and Dress in the Middle Ages
Sumptuary laws established in the middle ages restricted clothing expenditures to maintain class structure.
English laws governing fashion and dress were first recorded in...
Significance of Graduation Regalia
The cap and gown is considered standard dress for graduates at commencement ceremonies. The outfit has an interesting meaning and contains lots of...
Why the Protestant Reformation Succeeded
The “success” of the Protestant Reformation in the 16th Century may be a relative concept. The Reformation is generally associated with Martin Luther and...
St. Cyril of Alexandria
Failed-monk-turned-theologian Cyril of Alexandria (c.378-444) was a special embarrassment to the Church, though his role in the Christological Controversy over the nature of Christ’s...
Cleanliness and Sanitation in the Middle Ages
The Middle Ages are often seen as a time when there was little knowledge about health and sanitation. But, attempts were made to keep...
The Lives of Monks in the Middle Ages
The life of a medieval monk followed a strict pattern. The days consisted of a routine of religious services, manual labour, and sleep,...
Ordeals in Medieval Europe
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The Occupation of Chandler in the Middle Ages
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Thomas Fuller and the Crusades
Perhaps before entering into any analysis of both the character and craft of Thomas Fuller, it would be a good idea to provide some...
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