WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Religious practice in medieval Europe (c. 476-1500) was dominated and informed by the Catholic Church. The majority of the population was Christian, and “Christian” at this time meant “Catholic” as there was initially no other form of that religion.

Detailed explanation-2: -During the Middle Ages, the Church provided education for some and it helped the poor and sick. It was a daily presence from birth to death. In fact, religion was so much a part of daily life that people even said a certain number of prayers to decide how long to cook an egg!

Detailed explanation-3: -The Church was one of the main distributors of charity during the medieval period and gave out alms – such as money or food – to the poor and needy. Hospitals, run by religious orders, cared for the sick and poor, and gave shelter to travellers. As to where the money came from, the Church possessed endowments.

Detailed explanation-4: -The two leading practices of Monasticism in the medieval church were celibacy and prayer life. The role of the clergy, including priests, monks, and bishops, were recruited or filled voluntarily by those wanting to dedicate their lives to God.

Detailed explanation-5: -Monks and nuns provided food and shelter for travelers. Priests recorded births, married people, and performed burial services. The church played a role in politics. Church officials, kings, and nobles governed western Europe.

Detailed explanation-6: -In England during the Middle Ages, nearly everyone believed in God. They followed the Roman Catholic religion led by the Pope in Rome. It was the only religion in England at this time. People also believed that Heaven and Hell were very real places – as real as Spain or France.