Visions in Late Medieval England

Visions in Late Medieval England

Author: Gwenfair Walters Adams

Publisher: BRILL

ISBN: 9789004156067

Category: History

Page: 303

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This volume is the first to explore the breadth of vision types in late medieval English lay spirituality. Analyzing 1000+ accounts, it proposes that visions buttressed five core dynamics (relating to purgatory, saints, demons, sacramental faith, and the Church's authority).