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Episcopal emotions: tears in the life of the medieval bishop.
- Source :
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Historical Research . Nov2014, Vol. 87 Issue 238, p591-610. 20p. - Publication Year :
- 2014
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Abstract
- This article explores the significance of weeping in the lives of late medieval English bishops ( c.1100− c.1400). It considers the lachrymose devotions of saintly bishops alongside tears of grief, friendship and self-pity, and asks how such displays of emotion were understood by contemporary onlookers. It is argued that a bishop's tears were key to perceptions of his masculinity, sexuality and physical body, which in turn had significant implications for his reputation both as a prelate and as a potential saint. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09503471
- Volume :
- 87
- Issue :
- 238
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Historical Research
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 98898882
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/1468-2281.12077