Woman under Monasticism / Chapters on Saint-Lore and Convent Life between A.D. 500 and A.D. 1500

Name: Woman under Monasticism / Chapters on Saint-Lore and Convent Life between A.D. 500 and A.D. 1500
Author: Lina Eckenstein

By Lina Eckenstein

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The study analyzes the roles and influence of women within Western monasticism from A.D. 500 to A.D. 1500, with emphasis on English and German examples. It surveys the cult of women-saints and relates saintly legends to pre-Christian folk traditions while distinguishing probable historical figures from legendary accretions. It describes representative phases of convent life, the intellectual, moral, and economic opportunities monasteries afforded women, and the functions of abbesses and literary nuns. It also examines the impact of Reformation-era dissolutions that curtailed female avenues for public activity and argues that cloistered ideals contributed to later social and moral developments.

About the Author

Lina Eckenstein

Lina Eckenstein was a notable scholar and author whose work spanned various subjects, including history, nursery rhymes, and monastic life. She is particularly recognized for her book "A History of Sinai," which explores the historical significance of the Sinai Peninsula. Eckenstein also contributed to the understanding of children's literature through her "Comparative Studies in Nursery Rhymes," where she analyzed the cultural impact of these traditional verses. Her interest in religious life is evident in "Woman under Monasticism," which examines the roles of women in monastic settings from the early Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Through her diverse writings, Eckenstein has made significant contributions to both historical and literary studies.