Genius of Mediaeval Christianity

Mediaeval Christianity

A continuation of ancient Catholicism and preparation for Protestantism.

Papacy

The office of the Pope, which reached its height during the medieval period.

Monasticism

A religious way of life characterized by communities living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.

Scholasticism

A method of dialectical reasoning prevalent in medieval universities, integrating faith and reason.

Dark Ages

A term describing the early medieval period, often characterized by a decline in cultural and economic activity.

Training school for infant nations

A metaphor for how Christianity helped establish order and morality among developing nations.

Ages of Faith

A term used by Roman Catholics to describe the medieval period, highlighting its emphasis on faith.

Blind faith

A type of faith that is unreasoning and accepts beliefs without question, characteristic of the medieval period.

Control of Life

The church's authority over all aspects of life from birth to death during medieval times.

Church's Role in the Dark Ages

Although often blamed for the darkness, the church gradually dispelled ignorance and preserved classical texts.