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    metal tools of the village, was an essential part of the manor and of the societal organization. Feudalism, a social and political system from the Middle Ages based on loyalty and relationships, created order during a chaotic period of time and relied on specific jobs being done, such as the blacksmith. Feudalism was a system put in place in the Middle Ages which relied on everyone doing their role. It was based solely on personal relationships and connections between

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    The Middle Ages The broad-shouldered and muscular knight stood before his king, ready to take fealty. His sword glistened from being wiped clean of battle. The knight was well-known and honored throughout the kingdom. These males made different vows to protect their country. There were ceremonies for these oaths. They had special clothing for battle and everyday living. Part of this was do to the codes of chivalry. Chivalry has been around for centuries. Knights like those of the middle ages had

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    Manchester argues that it’s not. The Middle Ages, or the Dark Ages, are what Manchester calls, “The densest of the medieval centuries.” (3)* Of course, this isn’t necessarily the only way to put it. It is known that this time period is called the “Dark Ages” because of its lack of development. It cannot be considered an influential time period, as it did not have the same importance as the preceding and succeeding eras. Manchester supported the term “Dark Ages” to describe this historical era due

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    The Middle Ages can be best described as the Age of Feudalism and the Age of Faith because they both played major roles during this time period. The middle ages can be best described as The Age of Feudalism because during this time period feudalism provided for the people and is mostly based on politics. Documents 1 and 2 talks about feudalism, in document 1 it talks about how feudalism provides for the people of Europe by the nobles agreeing to their loyalty and military services and by this being

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    The Middle Ages were time advancements and downfalls. The Bubonic plague killed millions of people, causing the downfall of feudalism, and the Crusades brought many deaths and the downfall of a major empire. Many instances resulted in almn of Europe. However, the time period also contained many advancements and the church restored everything back into place. Despite many disputes between barbarians and Christians resulting in a political downfall and causing many people to think of the Middle Ages

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    The Middle Ages was a time of high achievement and also a period of despair but many of the aspects that occurred was influenced by the Roman Catholic Church. In spite of the many changes that occurred from 1000-1100 such as separation of beliefs, political power, and the forgiving of sins have affected how the Church runs society, however there were also continuities including the Pope as the center and the seeking of converting people. The separation of the Eastern Orthodox Church and Roman Catholic

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    Leper In The Middle Ages

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    Overall, the medieval leper holds significance throughout The Middle Ages, and is still being examined today. To start, the time period of the origins of the leper creates a framework for the beliefs of the cause behind it. The beliefs are often so skewed that studies are not even sure of an exact date that the concept originated. It is suggested that cases of leprosy “may have reached its apex during the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. [Experts] base this conclusion on the finding that the

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    reassurance on salvation. The illiteracy of the Middle Ages allowed the Church officials to be trusted mindlessly. Reforms were looked down upon and even resulted in the imprisonment or death of some people. The Church is responsible for taking advantage of the lower class in the Feudal system, committing the Crusades or the “Holy wars” and killing and torturing heretics during the Inquisition as the result of trying to spread Catholicism. The Middle Ages was an age where the church was at the top of the

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    A Middle Age Monastery

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    The purpose of a middle age monastery is a sacred place where a monk, priest, etc. would devote their will of serving or worship their God. It was a place to focus on the God they believe in and leaves the outside world behind. To get away from the evil of the world and become closer to God. Outsider were forbidden in the monastery because the evil from the outside will distract them from their journey with their faith. Monastery comes from a greek word that means alone or to live alone. An ordained

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    The Medieval times were encompassed by years of both prosperity and conflict. During the first years of the Middle Ages, 8th century to 13th century, the Islamic Empire was at its peak, this time period was known as the Islamic Golden age. The Islamic empire didn’t have to worry about war or conflict, so it shifted its focus towards innovation, it flourished in various fields that included science, mathematics, astronomy, engineering, and medicine. This empire was home to one of the most influential

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