Growth and Development of Franciscan Order Flashcards
Where had the Franciscan Order spread by the time of the meeting at Assisi in 1217?
By the time of the meeting at Assisi in 1217, the Order had spread to six provinces in Italy, and preaching campaigns were planned for Germany, France, and Spain.
Who was each province’s head minister answerable to?
Each province had a head minister who was answerable to Francis.
How effective was the structure of the Franciscan Order?
The structure was effective as roughly 30,000 men had joined the order by 1250.
What did the growth of the Franciscan Order require?
The growth of the Franciscan Order required a more complex administrative system and a more nuanced rule of life.
What issues developed as a result of the Order’s growth and development?
Issues developed as a result of the Order’s growth and development due to the need for a more complex administrative system and a more nuanced rule of life.
