Enlarged Rule Of Chrodegang; The Capitula Of Theodulf; Epitome Of Benedict Of Aniane (1916) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436504980)

The book ""Enlarged Rule of Chrodegang; The Capitula of Theodulf; Epitome of Benedict of Aniane"" is a historical text edited by Arthur S. Napier and published in 1916. The book includes three different texts that provide insight into medieval religious and legal practices.The first text, the Enlarged Rule of Chrodegang, is a set of regulations for the conduct of the clergy in the Frankish kingdom. It was written in the 8th century by Chrodegang, the bishop of Metz, and was intended to improve the moral and spiritual standards of the clergy. The text includes rules for daily life, such as prayer and fasting, as well as regulations for the administration of the church.The second text, the Capitula of Theodulf, is a collection of laws and regulations written by Theodulf, the bishop of Orleans, in the 9th century. The text covers a wide range of topics, including the duties of bishops and priests, the administration of justice, and the treatment of slaves.The third text, the Epitome of Benedict of Aniane, is a summary of the Rule of St. Benedict, a set of guidelines for monastic life written in the 6th century. The Epitome was written by Benedict of Aniane, a monk who was instrumental in the reform of monasticism in the Carolingian period.Overall, the book provides a valuable resource for scholars and students of medieval history, particularly those interested in the history of religion and law in the Frankish kingdom.The Old English Version, With The Latin Original Of The Enlarged Rule Of Chrodegang; An Old English Version, With The Latin Original, Of The Capitula Of Theodulf; An Interlinear Old English Rendering Of The Epitome Of Benedict Of Aniane.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Arthur S. Napier
ISBN-10: 1436504988
ISBN-13: 9781436504980
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 148
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.86lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d