What Medieval People Thought of Different Religions: Insights from Francesco Suriano
Have you ever wondered how people in the Middle Ages viewed those of different faiths?
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Have you ever wondered how people in the Middle Ages viewed those of different faiths?
The Victoria & Albert Museum has successfully raised £2 million to acquire a rare 12th-century ivory carving of the Deposition of Christ from the Cross. This significant piece, once at risk of leaving the United Kingdom, will now join the V&A’s permanent collection.
Dover Castle’s original entrance, along with several lost towers and long-gone defensive walls, has been unveiled for the first time thanks to a state-of-the-art digital model.
Archaeologists working in Rome have uncovered a series of medieval structures beneath Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano. They believe it might be a Papal residence dating between the 9th and 13th centuries.
Given the longstanding vigour of criticisms of participation in the hunt in the 13th century, any saint’s life, which opened with a hunting scene, would have immediately signalled to readers or listeners that the unfolding story would reveal a deeper character flaw.
A new article by Andrea Maraschi examines the intriguing topic of cannibalism between Christians and Muslims from the eleventh to the thirteenth century.
We talk about how he crated his own brand-image, in part by forging closer relations with his Christian Greek subjects and also through archaeological work and use of antiquities.
Czech archaeologists are calling it one of the greatest finds of the last decade, as more than 2,000 silver coins have been discovered just outside of Prague.
‘Dante on the Move’ explores the profound connections between Dante’s ‘Divine Comedy’ and the modern refugee experience.
Locating and learning about runestones in Sweden is much easier thanks to a recently created app. “Svenska Runstena” has an interactive map to…
Missing pieces of a 6th-century Byzantine bucket have been uncovered at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk, England. The fragments were discovered following careful excavation and metal-detecting at the National Trust site as part of a a taping of the TV show Time Team.
As Warwick Castle Hotel prepares to open, they have unveiled an impressive 14-foot-tall animatronic knight and horse. This spectacle is part of the hotel’s new experience, aiming to offer guests a unique and immersive stay at England’s historic Warwick Castle.
Archaeologists in Saudi Arabia have uncovered an inscribed stone dating back to the 5th century AD. The inscription consists of three lines, two of which are written in Thamudic script and one in early Arabic script.
One of the famous works of the Middle Ages is scrutinized for its errors, missed opportunities, and not-so-great poetry.
Discover how King Magnus VI’s 750-year-old Norwegian Code of the Realm united the kingdom and laid the foundation for Norway’s modern legal trust and identity
Discover ten of the most dramatic and influential medieval assassinations that reshaped the political landscape of Europe and the Near East.
Even though some reports may blur the lines between truth, rumour, and legend, these tales of brutal medieval deaths are worth exploring.
Curious about how women in the Middle Ages enhanced their beauty? The Trotula, a 12th-century medieval text from Italy, offers fascinating insights.
Cadw, the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, is celebrating its 40th anniversary as it continues on its mission to care for Wales’ medieval and historic places.
Rouen Cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century, suffered a small amount of damage when a fire broke out yesterday in its spire. The structure was undergoing restoration work at the time.
Medieval people, much like us today, loved sharing spooky stories of the dead rising and haunting the living. One such tale involves a man named Asmund, who chose to be buried alive with his deceased friend. The most terrifying aspect of this story is how the friend returned as the undead.
The University of Toronto will be hosting a conference on Christine de Pizan: Publishing, Politics, and Reception in Premodern Europe. Taking place from August 21st to 23rd, it will feature nearly 20 speakers.
In honour of the 250th episode of The Medieval Podcast, Danièle shares some fun and favourite trivia about the Middle Ages collected over five years of podcasting.
This book offers translations of three medieval texts: The Tale of the Hogen Years, The Tale of the Heiji Years, and An Account of the Jokyu Years, all of which describe war and violence over who would rule the imperial court of Japan.
Durendal, Roland’s legendary sword, has been stolen.
We are really happy to add four more books to our Patreon Shop. They are all from Arc Humanities Press’ Past Imperfect Series. Here is what you can now buy!
Huge armies clash as the Ottoman sultan sultan Bayezid I faced off against the emir of the Timurid Empire, Timur. In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly look at the battle and the account of the fighting by Johann Schiltberger.
Archaeologists in Germany have unearthed a fascinating medieval structure during a recent excavation along the waterway. This discovery reveals a significant land reclamation effort from around 800 years ago.
Here are ten lesser-known Icelandic sagas that offer intriguing narratives and rich historical insights.
Everything you want to know about pigs in medieval Europe. It ranges from how they were farmed in the countryside and city to how they were depicted in literature and art – and of course, how they ended up on people’s dinner plates.
For anyone who visits Örebro, it is hard to miss its castle – an ancient-looking fortress made of weathered grey stones that stands on an islet in the middle of the city centre.
On the 10th of August 1628, the Vasa sank in Stockholm harbour, thus ending the career of the most powerful warship that Sweden had ever seen.
This strategic location not only makes the castle a majestic sight, but also earns it the reputation as the most modern defence fortress in its time. But, as all ancient buildings, there is always more than meets the eye. Here are the five things that you may not know about Uppsala Castle.
How do you operate a business when you can’t read and your knowledge of math is extremely limited? Making your mark on the…
Narbonne is one of those European cities with evidence of its past on every street.
The V&A Museum opened its latest medieval exhibit exhibit on Saturday: Opus Anglicanum: Masterpieces of English Medieval Embroidery. I had the opportunity to see it opening day and it was spectacular.