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In the medieval period nuns came from many social classes, including royalty. It is a fact that many came from the aristocracy and this was for several reasons.
1) Aristocratic ladies tended to be very religious in their daily lives and did no physical work of any kind - many used rosaries (paternosters) to recite prayers and they had time to attend many church services (peasant women had little spare time since they were generally working from sunrise to sunset).
2) There was no welfare system or pension arrangement for elderly ladies, so entering a nunnery ensured constant care, food, warmth, clothing and companionship. A widow whose husband had been a knight would usually find herself homeless, since the eldest son inherited everything, including all lands, manors and wealth, so entering a nunnery solved all her problems.
3) The aristocracy would be in a position to fund the establishment of a new nunnery and give donations of cash, land and valuables to ensure its continued upkeep. When these noblewomen grew old they expected something in return, treating it as an investment for their own security and wellbeing.
4) A girl from a wealthy family might decide not to marry and to devote herself entirely to the service of God. This might well involve personal fears about marriage, since people were not so informed as they are today.
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What was most of the land in France owned by?
The landed aristocracy.
Which term best describes a society in which the landed aristocracy has the most of the wealth and political power?
A society in which the landed aristocracy has most of the wealth and political power is described as feudal.
What is the best term describing a society in which the landed aristocracy has most of the wealth and political power?
A society in which the landed aristocracy has most of the wealth and political power is described as feudal.
The aristocracy or people in upper class or high ranks?
nobility
Who were landed aristocracies?
Landed nobility or landed aristocracy is a category of nobility in various countries over the history, for which landownership was part of their noble privileges.
What do you call the leader of aristocracy?
An aristocracy is the highest class in a society. The nobility rules an aristocracy, holding exceptional ranks, hereditary titles and privileges.
Edmund Burke and the importance of aristocracy?
Edmund Burke believed that the aristocracy played a crucial role in society as a stabilizing force that provided continuity, wisdom, and leadership. He argued that the aristocracy's experience and sense of duty were essential for maintaining order and preserving traditions. Burke emphasized the role of the aristocracy in balancing the power of the monarchy and safeguarding against the dangers of radical changes.
What is landed property?
Landed property was an aspect of feudalism. It usually refers to land that generates income for the owner without the owner having to do any of the work. Where there is landed property there is an aristocracy.
What is a government run by the few called?
Government by the few is an oligarchy, by a single powerful ruler an autocracy, and by the landed gentry an aristocracy.
Are noble women and nuns the same?
No, noble women are women who were born from noble parents, the aristocracy. Nuns are women who have given everything up to follow God under a religious Rule of Life.
What is the government by a few called?
Government by the few is an oligarchy, by a single powerful ruler an autocracy, and by the landed gentry an aristocracy.
Why are there two sides of the development of Korean culture?
Koryu was divided between a landed aristocracy and the rest of the population including the military, commoners, and the slaves.
