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In the Middle Ages, religion was the one focus in life everyone could share. The belief in God, the concern for one's place in the afterlife, and the condition of the soul were the most important things in the lives of most people. It was natural that people pray, and desire to give things sacred significance by having them blessed.
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What is knighting ceremony?
A knight was the backbone of Medieval warfare. He was he equivalent of tanks, today, providing speed and shock. A boy would usually serve as a Squire (knight's assistant) until around 21 years old. If chosen for knighthood, he usually went thru' a religious Vigil, and specific instruction of How to Be a Knight. On the day, he was presented to another knight or lord, or his king. The actual ceremony of dubbing had the prospective knight kneeling, and being struck (lightly) on the shoulder with the flat of a sword, and being proclaimed Knight. In later days, knighting was the exclusive right of the king. On occasion, a soldier or squire would so distinguish himself on the field of battle, that he would be knighted virtually on the spot. The modern equivalent is a "battlefield commission," where an enlisted man is made an officer.
What happens at a knighting ceremony?
A knight was the backbone of Medieval warfare. He was he equivalent of tanks, today, providing speed and shock. A boy would usually serve as a Squire (knight's assistant) until around 21 years old. If chosen for knighthood, he usually went thru' a religious Vigil, and specific instruction of How to Be a Knight. On the day, he was presented to another knight or lord, or his king. The actual ceremony of dubbing had the prospective knight kneeling, and being struck (lightly) on the shoulder with the flat of a sword, and being proclaimed Knight. In later days, knighting was the exclusive right of the king. On occasion, a soldier or squire would so distinguish himself on the field of battle, that he would be knighted virtually on the spot. The modern equivalent is a "battlefield commission," where an enlisted man is made an officer.
Are the saints good?
Of course they are good. They would not be saints if they were not good.
Who is an honest saint?
All saints were honest. If they were dishonest they would not be saints.
Were all saints involved in monasticism?
No, they would be in a small minority of the saints.
How can your dance school get into the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympics?
You would have to talk to the people organizing the ceremony.
How do you put memorable in a sentence?
The ceremony was very memorable. as in, you would remember the ceremony, and was almost unforgettable
Does one conduct a ceremony or perform a ceremony?
It depends upon the ceremony. In the Christian traditions, for example, matrimony is considered to be a sacrament between the marrying parties. In that case the priest or minister would conduct the ceremony. If s/he blesses the couple, that would be performing a blessing.
If the Saints are dead how can you petition them?
Those who would petition Saints believe in an afterlife and believe that the Saints are alive in the afterlife.
What are the steps of the opening of the mouth ceremony for the egyptians?
The Opening of the Mouth ceremony in ancient Egypt was a crucial ritual performed to animate the deceased's body for the afterlife. Key steps included the use of various tools, such as the adze or the "opening of the mouth" implement, to physically open the mouth and eyes of the mummy, symbolizing the restoration of senses and the ability to eat and speak in the afterlife. Priests would recite spells and perform rituals to invoke divine blessings, ensuring the deceased's successful transition to the next world. This ceremony was often accompanied by offerings and prayers to the gods for protection and sustenance.
How would you feel when you are in the opening ceremony of the Olympics?
I would be happy
Who would win a saints Quarterback or a falcons Quarterback?
Saints. All day long.
