The monastries Flashcards
1
Q
What were monasteries and who inhabited them?
A
Monks and nuns ( secular clergy)
2
Q
What is a great example of a local monastery
A
Barking abbey
3
Q
Why were barking abbey and monastery important ( For the workers)
A
- It was the only option to escape poverty as there was no welfare state.
- Gave you a stable income and job
- It gave you status
4
Q
What is primogeniture?
A
The right of succession where all of the belongings/assets would go to the 1st child.
5
Q
Why was the monasteries important to the people?
A
- Charity to the public. e.g food, shelter, medical assistance
- Arts, hub for art and culture as there was no museums or art galleries
- Prayers for the dead
