Madigan explains that the cult of saints played a crucial role in medieval Christianity by playing the mediator role between the sovereign, omnipotent God and the weak, vulnerable, and often suffering human. The saints were believed to be able to wield supernatural power and perform miracles for those who needed aid. The mighty miracle acts… Continue reading →
Madigan describes two types of reform movements that became associated with heresy. The first type of reform movement had characteristics that were so completely different from orthodox Christianity that it was more than obvious that it included heretics. The groups in this category held different theological and cosmological opinions that were radically different with those… Continue reading →
Madigan presents Gregory the Great as someone who established and influenced geographical and ecclesiastical principles that, through time, would pave the way for medieval popes to grow in power and authority. Gregory viewed the role of papacy, as well as monastic life and biblical culture as an opportunity to create a better and new society.… Continue reading →
