The Norman Church
I can discuss the extent to which the Church changed under the Normans.
The Norman Church
I can discuss the extent to which the Church changed under the Normans.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The Normans changed many aspects of the English Church.
- Norman personnel were installed in senior Church positions.
- The English Church was brought in line with ideas of the Reform Papacy.
Keywords
Veneration - to show great respect and honour to something
Common misconception
The Norman conquest was a brutal military occupation which resulted in wholescale change of the English Church.
Whilst there were significant changes, the English Church retained its basic structure and liturgy.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
This aligned the Church more closely with Norman rule.
William needed to reward the Church for its support for his invasion.
This was to remove corrupt practices.
This was to create a more disciplined clergy.