Medieval Crime and the Role of Church Courts
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A source analysis worksheet focusing on the role and functioning of Church Courts in medieval crime.
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Medieval Crime and the Role of Church Courts
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Source Analysis: Church Courts in Medieval England
Source A: Record of a Church Court Case
"In the year 1348, a man named Thomas was accused of heresy for denying the authority of the Pope. The court, consisting of clergy, examined witnesses and heard the defendant's plea. Thomas was found guilty and was sentenced to penance, which involved public confession and prayer. The court emphasized the importance of maintaining religious orthodoxy and believed that spiritual discipline was necessary to preserve the community’s moral fabric. The proceedings were conducted in Latin and recorded by the clerk of the court."* Provenance: Court record, 1348, primary source from a medieval church court transcript.
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- 1/1/2026
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