Lanfranc’s Reform Flashcards
1
Q
Why was the Norman takeover of the church so important?
A
It was a key part of consolidating William as king
2
Q
Who lead the take over( second Norman invasion) of the church?
A
Lanfranc
3
Q
What were reformers looking to stamp out? And what were they
A
Priests marrying
Pluralism- holding more than one position in the church at a time
Simony- buying and selling of roles in the church
4
Q
What did lanfrancs reform entail?
A
1.Reinforced hierarchy abd discipline
2. Increased number of monasteries
3. Reasserted authority of church courts
