The Church and Society
Francis of Assisi
Religion shaped the culture of medieval Europe. The Catholic Church played an important role and used its power to uphold its teachings.
Many people, both men and women entered religious orders and lived a simple life of prayer and hard work.
Francis of Assisi founded the first order of friars. They became known as the Franciscans.
Many people, both men and women entered religious orders and lived a simple life of prayer and hard work.
Francis of Assisi founded the first order of friars. They became known as the Franciscans.
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Medieval Architecture
Religion was a very important part of life in the Middle Ages. Wealthy merchants and Church leaders paid to have new churches built. They called them cathedrals.
Cathedrals were built in either the Romanesque, or Gothic styles.
Learn about Romanesque and Gothic styles of architecture and then try the quiz below.
Cathedrals were built in either the Romanesque, or Gothic styles.
Learn about Romanesque and Gothic styles of architecture and then try the quiz below.