Historical Events tagged with "monasticism"
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Constitution of the Augustinian Monastic Order
Pope Alexander IV issued the papal bull Licet ecclesiae catholicae, constituting the Augustinian monastic order at the Lecceto Monastery, located near Siena, Italy. This official recognition by the Pope brought together various earlier groups of hermit communities under a unified rule. The bull established guidelines for the order, encouraging members to lead communal lives, focused on prayer and service. The formation of this order marked a significant development in the Catholic Church's monastic landscape during the 13th century.
Continue ReadingFoundation of Abbey of La Roë Confirmed
Pope Urban II confirmed the establishment of the abbey of La Roë, led by Robert of Arbrissel, as a community of canons regular. This decision solidified the abbey's role in the reform movement within the Church, emphasizing monastic life and clerical conduct.
Continue ReadingConstantine VII Becomes Sole Emperor of Byzantium
Constantine VII overthrew co-emperors Stephen and Constantine, forcing them into monastic life. This political maneuver solidified his control over the Byzantine Empire and marked a notable shift in leadership dynamics. With their removal, Constantine aimed to consolidate power and restore stability amid internal strife.
Continue ReadingCarloman Retires, Pepin Becomes Sole Ruler
Carloman, the mayor of the palace of Austrasia, abdicated his position and chose to retire to a monastery near Rome. This decision allowed his brother, Pepin the Short, to take on the role of de facto ruler of the Frankish Kingdom. The transition of power marked a significant development in the leadership of the Merovingian dynasty.
Continue ReadingNestorius Exiled by Emperor Theodosius II
Nestorius, the deposed Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, was exiled to a monastery in Egypt by the Roman Emperor Theodosius II. His exile stemmed from theological conflicts regarding the nature of Christ and the Virgin Mary, which led to the formulation of what came to be known as Nestorianism. This theological stance was deemed heretical by the Council of Ephesus in 431, culminating in Nestorius' removal from his position of authority. Egypt, being a significant location for monasticism, became his new place of residence.
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