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The historical period from about AD 500 to about AD 1500 is referred to as the Medieval period or the ___________ __________.
Middle Ages
A building where monks or nuns live and work in community is a ___________.
monastery
Saint Francis of Assisi formed a religious community of __________ who begged for what they needed to live.
Friars
Saint Thomas Aquinas, an important figure in the __________ __________, emphasized arriving at the truth through dialogue with different points of view.
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A major break that causes division is a __________.
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What is the difference between Friars and Monks?
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How many times was Benedict almost killed?
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Where did the Rosary come from?
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What were the two groups of the Church?
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What was one of Jesus' teachings?
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What is Monasticism?
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Who was Benedict?
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What does 'Work and pray' refer to?
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Who was St. Bernardo of Clairvaux?
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What did Nuns and Monks do?
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What are Guilds?
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Who was the Western empire invaded by?
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What was the Scholastic movement?
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Who was Saint Thomas Aquinas?
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What does 'Truth cannot contradict truth, faith cannot contradict faith' mean?
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What are stained glass windows?
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Who were Angela Merici and the Ursulines?
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What is the Carolingian Renaissance?
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_______ can also refer to events, people, traditions, or anything else from the Middle Ages, whether it's religious, political, artistic, or educational.
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Later in the Middle Ages, a few holy monks and nuns __________ existing monasteries to help focus on prayer.
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Who was Pope Urban II?
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In the year 800, the Pope __________ recognized Charlemagne's importance to Christendom by crowning him as the Holy Roman Emperor.
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A movement known as the _________ Renaissance brought new advances in art, writing, architecture, and literacy.
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What was the only successful crusade?
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Who was the Children's Crusade led by?
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In this case, the _________ was ultimately caused by a refusal to submit to the pope's _________.
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Up until ________, the _________ Church had still accepted the authority of the _________ as the successor of Saint Peter.
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In the __________, both leaders _________ each other.
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What does Excommunication mean?
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Yet hope for ________ still springs up: In _______, Saint John Paul II and _________ Bartholomew I of __________ celebrated the _________ together!
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Muslims conquered areas previously controlled by _________.
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Through their contact with ________ scholars, the Crusaders also brought back advances in astronomy, mathematics, and science to Europe.
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If a ________ had been committed, the defendant was given a Church punishment - such as fasting, making a pilgrimage, attending Mass more frequently, or wearing a distinctive piece of clothing.
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What was the Spanish Inquisition?
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These issues included ______, which is the purpose of buying and selling Church roles or spiritual privileges; priests having wives, either publicly or secretly, and lay investiture.
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What is Investiture?
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St.________ of Siena was a _______, meaning that she had a very intense, _______ experiences of God's presence.
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When did the Bubonic Plague reach Europe?
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Unlike monks, however, _____ move around in order to ______ and teach, instead of staying in one _________.
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Who was Pope Benedict?
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What is the Era of Christendom?
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What are the two aspects of the Church?
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Leo III- crowned Charlemagne as emperor of the Romans.
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Who was Urban II?
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What do Callistus II & Henry VI represent?
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What is Investiture?
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Nero is known for his __________.
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Why was the Council of Nicaea called?
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What is the Holy Spirit?
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What did the Council of Ephesus declare?
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What does God do?
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What was the first Ecumenical Council?
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What were some of the rules in the Eastern Church?
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What was the main goal of the Crusades?
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What did the Crusades do that Jesus didn't want them to do?
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What was the Council of Chalcedon about?
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Who was St. Jerome?
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What was the Council of Nicaea about?
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Who was St. Catherine of Siena?
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Who was St. John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople?
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Who was St. Augustine, Bishop of Hippo?
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What was the significance of the 4th and 5th centuries?
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What is an apologist?
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What happened to the Church?
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What are icons?
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What was a 'Lay investiture'?
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What did the Eastern Empire want/need?
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Who was St. Francis?
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What was the Council of Ephesus?
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What was the first inquisition?
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What was the second inquisition?
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When was the Edict of Milan issued?
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Who was Saint Teresa of Avila?
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What are the three evangelical councils?
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What year did the Roman Empire collapse?
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Why were the crusaders called the holy wars?
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What did Saint Basil do to make an impact in the South?
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What symbol did Constantinople put on their shields?
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What made Christianity legal?
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Who was described as a monster in revelation?
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What are the Catacombs?
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When did the Black Death/Barbaric Plague rise?
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What are the Fathers of the Church (Church Fathers)?
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Study Notes
Medieval Period and Church Structure
- The Medieval period, also known as the Middle Ages, spanned from approximately AD 500 to AD 1500.
- A monastery is a community where monks or nuns live and work together.
- Friars, established by Saint Francis of Assisi, travel and beg for their living needs unlike monks who remain in monasteries.
Key Religious Figures and Movements
- Saint Thomas Aquinas was significant in the Scholastic movement, promoting truth through dialogue and reasoning.
- Pope Urban II instigated the First Crusade in 1095, calling Christians to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslims.
- Saint Jerome translated the Bible into Latin (Vulgate), making it more accessible.
Events and Concepts
- A schism refers to a significant division or break, particularly within the Church.
- Monasticism embodies a spiritual lifestyle focused on contemplation and community.
- The Carolingian Renaissance was marked by advancements in art, writing, architecture, and literacy initiated by Charlemagne.
The Crusades
- The First Crusade was the only successful expedition, aimed to retake Jerusalem.
- The Children’s Crusade was led by Stephen of Cloyes and involved young participants.
- Crusaders encountered Muslim scholars, facilitating the return of advancements in various sciences to Europe.
Church Authority and Conflict
- The schism of 1054 resulted from a refusal to submit to papal authority, leading to mutual excommunication between church leaders.
- The Spanish Inquisition targeted converted Jews and Muslims to ensure sincerity of faith.
Theological Developments
- The Council of Nicaea addressed Arianism, declaring the full divinity of Christ, leading to the Nicene Creed.
- The Council of Chalcedon affirmed the hypostatic union of Christ’s two natures—human and divine.
Social and Cultural Impact
- Guilds were associations of merchants or artisans aimed at protecting economic interests and passing on trades.
- The Black Death, peaking in 1347, had devastating impacts on Europe, affecting social and religious structures.
Exploration of Faith
- Icons are holy images used in veneration but can be viewed as idolatry.
- Apologists defend the faith against criticisms and misconceptions.
- St. Augustine and St. John Chrysostom significantly shaped Christian thought and pastoral practices.
Final Notes
- The period saw complex tensions between spiritual and physical realities within the Church, as exemplified by lay investiture scandals and internal advancements in monastic reforms.
- The Edict of Milan in 313 legalized Christianity, transforming its status within the Roman Empire.
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