The role that saints had in the lives of Christians during the medieval times was very important. The saints were seen as a necessary mediator between the humans and God. Madigan explains how it is possible that some people were extremely afraid of the journey from earth to heaven after death occurred, and so they… Continue reading →

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 →