Normans and Christianity Flashcards
1
Q
What was religion like in Norman times?
A
The Normans were Christian and very religious, but also very violent and focused on warfare. They reconciled this by doing ‘penance’, praying and building churches to gain forgiveness for their sins.
2
Q
What abbey did William the Conqueror build as an act of Penance?
A
Battle Abbey, he built this for the blood he shed at the battle of Hastings
3
Q
What did William De Warrene build as an act of Penance?
A
Castle Acre Priory
Lewes Priory
