The Poor Clares Flashcards
Who were the Poor Clares inspired by?
The Poor Clares were women inspired by Francis’ message.
Why was it difficult for women to follow voluntary poverty?
Voluntary poverty was a very masculine privilege during the period, which made it difficult for women to follow.
Who formed an ascetic women’s community in San Damiano?
Chiara of Assisi formed an ascetic women’s community in San Damiano.
What did the Poor Clares become known as after Chiara’s death?
After Chiara’s death, the order became known as the Poor Clares.
What was the significance of the Poor Clares in relation to the Franciscan Order?
The Poor Clares were significant in relation to the Franciscan Order as they were a community of women who were inspired by the message of St. Francis and sought to follow his teachings despite the difficulties that women faced in embracing voluntary poverty.
What did voluntary poverty represent in the period during which the Poor Clares emerged?
Voluntary poverty was seen as a masculine privilege in the period during which the Poor Clares emerged, which made it difficult for women to embrace it. However, the Poor Clares sought to follow the teachings of St. Francis and embrace voluntary poverty despite the social and cultural obstacles that existed.
