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The Role of Monks in Europe

The Role of Monks in Europe. Page 391. Monks. Studied Christianity Worked in libraries Copied religious manuscripts (books written by hand). Cared for sick people Worked in the monastery gardens. Took a vow of chastity (cannot get married and no personal relationships)

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The Role of Monks in Europe

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  1. The Role of Monks in Europe

  2. Page 391 Monks

  3. Studied Christianity • Worked in libraries • Copied religious manuscripts (books written by hand)

  4. Cared for sick people • Worked in the monastery gardens

  5. Took a vow of chastity (cannot get married and no personal relationships) • Took a vow of poverty and obedience • Vowed to be a monk until death

  6. Diary of a Monk • Directions – You are a monk and you write in your diary every night before bed. Write a diary entry explaining what your life is like and what you did today. You must include the follow: • The date (remember it’s the middle ages) • Opening (Dear Diary, …) • 5 things you did today (use your circle map) • Any extra details (be creative!) • Closing (sign your name)

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