A letter written by French philosopher Rene Descartes will be returned by Haverford College, Philadelphia, to the Institut de France.
Religion and PhilosophyHistory of religious and philosophical institutions, beliefs, and customs
The spiritual life of the Vikings
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2008-11-24 13:36
Recent discoveries of Viking burial sites have led researchers to rethink previously-held beliefs about the lives of the Norse, especially in regard to their spiritual life.
Pilgrimage discussion group created
Submitted by Racaire on Sat, 2007-12-15 15:25
Leonor from Drachenwald has created a new discussion list for those interested in talking about pilgrims and pilgrimages, with special focus on Santiago.
Halloween weddings
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2007-09-22 07:56
This month's feature article on the Renaissance Store's website deals with Halloween weddings, a popular new theme for brides and grooms. The site also offers sources for handfastings and gothic weddings.
Interview with historian Natalie Zemon Davis
Submitted by Vallawulf on Sun, 2007-06-10 18:21
Medievalists.net features an interview with Dr. Natalie Zemon Davis, Professor Emeritus of History at Princeton University, who currently teaches at the University of Toronto. Davis is the author of nine books and more than 80 articles, "many of which focus on the social and cultural history of 16th century France.
Godchecker
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2007-01-31 11:18
Need some information on an obscure religion? Looking for the mythology of gods and goddesses? Try Godchecker.
Undead Mummies Endangered by Modern Crowding
Submitted by Ursula on Tue, 2006-12-26 18:56
The Onion reports on factors diminishing the numbers of walking mummies traditionally found among Egyptian tombs.
Today in the Middle Ages: Christmas Legends
Submitted by Ursula on Mon, 2006-12-25 09:58
In addition to the birth of Jesus, Christmas Day is associated with many other period beliefs and tales.
Curse Tablet Expands Knowledge of Roman Britain
Submitted by Ursula on Wed, 2006-12-06 12:05
Archaelogists from the University of Leicester have found a fragment of lead that greatly adds to their knowledge of the city's Roman past. The "curse tablet" bears a list of 18 names; until now, only a few names of Roman residents of the city were known.
Today in the Middle Ages: September 28, 551 BCE
Submitted by Ursula on Thu, 2006-09-28 09:42
September 28, 551 BCE is the traditional date for the birthday of Confucius (K'ung-fu-tzu). Although not a medieval figure, Confucius exercised a profound influence over the subsequent development of Chinese culture in all periods.
Cosmologists Find Truth in Medieval World View
Submitted by Ursula on Fri, 2006-08-11 16:00
In The View from the Center of the Universe, Joel R. Primack and Nancy Ellen Abrams point out the similarities between ancient beliefs about a terracentric universe and recent discoveries about the results of the Big Bang.
Today in the Middle Ages: July 13, 1527
Submitted by Ursula on Thu, 2006-07-13 17:01
John Dee, scholar, mystic, and astrologer to Queen Elizabeth I, was born on July 13, 1527.
Today in the Middle Ages: May 18, 1593
Submitted by Ursula on Thu, 2006-05-18 12:20
On May 18, 1593, just days before his death, playwright Christopher Marlowe was arrested on charges of atheism.
Today in the Middle Ages: April 20, 161
Submitted by Ursula on Thu, 2006-04-20 10:18
The Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius was born on April 20, 161 CE.
Italian Leader Hopes to Reopen Pilgrim Road
Submitted by Vallawulf on Sun, 2005-12-04 15:31
Former European Commission president Romano Prodi, who is running for election as Italy's prime minister next year, says if elected he will try to revive the 1,200-mile Via Francigena, a medieval pilgrim route from Canterbury to Rome dating back to the 10th century.
Northshield Photo Albums Cover Recent Events
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-11-12 15:59
A number of new photo albums have been posted on Yehudah Nagid ben Yitzhakthe's Unofficial Northshield Photo Gallery, including pictures taken at the Medieval Religions Symposium and Northshield Crown.
Medieval Religions Symposium II
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2005-07-20 15:59
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Long Arm of the Law: Medieval Crime and Punishment
Submitted by Aoife on Tue, 2005-06-21 15:40
After a week in absence, Dame Aoife is back, with links on medieval criminal justice.
Medieval Spring Celebrations
Submitted by Justin on Sun, 2005-03-20 14:55
Aoife is just in time this week, with an Aoife's Links edition devoted to Spring Equinox rituals and customs and other celebrations of the season.
"Kingdom of Heaven" Trailer Released
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-12-29 20:38
A trailer previewing Ridley's Scott's epic film on the Crusades, Kingdom of Heaven, has been released online.
Begin the Beguine: Medieval charity began at home
Submitted by Aoife on Tue, 2004-12-07 10:01
Dame Aoife starts the holiday season with thoughts of charity, both in the Middle Ages and in the modern world (but with an historical twist).
East Kingdom Soothsayers' Guild
Submitted by eksoothsayer on Tue, 2004-11-09 13:02
The Soothsayers' Guild is for those interested in all forms of divination, both as practiced in SCA period and as practiced in the Current Middle Ages. While based in the East Kingdom, membership is open to all interested gentles.
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