Medieval Popular Religion
This course will explore the "lived" religious experience of medieval people through their actions, behaviors and artifacts. "Folk" (or pagan) survivals, pilgrimage, music and arts, devotion to saints, magical beliefs and practices, and attitudes to the natural/supernatural world[s] may be covered, depending on subtitle.
Outcomes: Students will appreciate the complex world view and agency of regular medieval people; they will acquire research skills and be able to critically assess primary and secondary source materials.
Outcomes: Students will appreciate the complex world view and agency of regular medieval people; they will acquire research skills and be able to critically assess primary and secondary source materials.