Monks in Middle Ages

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This paper discusses the pivotal role of monasticism in society and politics in Western Europe in the eleventh century. The paper discusses the reasons why it took seven centuries, since the establishment of monasticism, for the monasteries to make an impact on society and it then goes on to describe the impact that it made following that time.

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"The Pivotal Role of Monasticism in Western Europe during the Eleventh Century Introduction During the eleventh century in England and France, monasticism played a pivotal role in society and politics. As Cantor (373) states, "By the end of the eleventh century the church had achieved the imposition of its ideals on society". Monks made that feat possible. However, since monasticism was founded in the fourth century and Benedict "regarded his monastery as a microcosm of society" (Cantor 151), why was it that monasticism failed to make its greatest impact for another seven centuries? The answer is found in an arborescent analysis since Benedict "did not intend to establish an institution that would provide leadership in medieval society" (Cantor 149)."

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