The Practice of Penance, 900-1050 by Sarah Hamilton (Paperback, 2011)

Sarah Hamilton

Gain a deeper understanding of medieval history with The Practice of Penance, 900-1050 by Sarah Hamilton. This scholarly work provides a comprehensive study of penitential practices in the Holy Roman Empire during the Ottonian and Salian period. Moving beyond traditional historical narratives, Dr. Hamilton examines how penance evolved between the Carolingian era and the thirteenth-century rise of confession. By analyzing church law, liturgical records, monastic practices, and narrative sources, this book argues that significant ecclesiastical developments occurred much earlier than previously recognized. The text explores the dynamic relationship between churchmen and the laity, offering valuable insights into clerical aspirations and the realities of religious life in the pre-Gregorian era. It is an essential resource for students and historians interested in medieval church history, theology, and the evolution of European mentalities. Product Summary: Practice of Penance 900-1050 by Sarah Hamilton, historical study of medieval penance, Holy Roman Empire religious history, Ottonian and Salian era analysis, academic paperback book on medieval church practices.