Normans - Durham Cathedral Flashcards
Which river runs past Durham Cathedral?
River Wear
What other prominent building is near Durham Cathedral?
Durham Castle
How did the Bishop of Durham’s title change in 1075?
He became “Prince Bishop”
What powers did the bishop acquire?
Raise an army, raise taxes, mint coins
Why were the Bishops of Durham given this power?
Buffer zone along the Scottish border
What did the bishop do in return for these privileges?
Defended the border with Scotland
Who was the last Anglo-Saxon bishop?
Aethelwine
When was he replaced? By whom?
Bishop Walcher, 1071-80
Who was the first Norman Bishop?
William St Calais
Who was the second Norman Bishop who succeeded in 1099?
Ranulf Flambard
Whose shrine was contained in Durham Cathedral?
St Cuthbert
When was the wooden church replaced by a stone building?
995
What was the first stone building called?
White Church
When did the building of the Norman Cathedral begin?
1093
Under which bishop did the building of the Norman Cathedral begin?
William St Calais
What is the name given to the style of architecture of Durham Cathedral?
Romanesque
Where is Durham Cathedral influenced by?
St Peter’s Basilica in Rome
What is special about Durham Cathedral’s roof?
First high ribbed/rib vaulted roof
Why is this advantageous?
Can build higher, looks more impressive/imposing, closer to God
Which monastic order did William St Calais order Durham to convert to?
Benedictine
