Monastic Hospitality: The Benedictines in England, C.1070-C.1250

by Julie Kerr

How guests were cared for in medieval monasteries, exploring the administrative, financial, spiritual and other implications.

Hospitality was an integral part of medieval monastic life. In receiving guests the monks were following Christ's injunction and adhering to the Rule of St Benedict, as well as taking on an important role within society andproviding a valuable service for fellow religious.
This book draws on a wide range of sources...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1843833263
• ISBN13: 9781843833260
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Boydell Press
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 1.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.5" x 9.5"