Discuss Specifically the Role of Monastic Orders, Old and New

question 30

Essay

Discuss specifically the role of monastic orders, old and new, in shaping the politics and culture of medieval Europe.

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Definitions:

Delegation

The act of assigning responsibility or authority from one person or entity to another, typically from a higher to a lower authority.

Obligation

A legal or moral duty to do something or to abstain from doing something.

Donee Beneficiary

A third party who benefits from a contract made between two other parties, specifically where the intent is to benefit the third party.

Creditor Beneficiary

A person or entity that benefits from a contract made between two other parties, particularly where one party promises to pay a debt owed to the beneficiary.