JOURNAL ARTICLE

Real Monks Cry.

  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 5. P. 16 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Ciszkowicz, Maria 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Real Monks Cry" explores the challenges faced by holy men in medieval Europe, focusing on figures like Gerald of Aurillac and Peter Damian. It delves into the shift towards a "monastic masculinity" that rejected traditional secular behaviors like violence and sex, emphasizing extreme restraint and control over one's body and mind. The text highlights how clerical writers created new narratives to demonstrate the superiority of the monastic way of life, showcasing emotional vulnerability and humility as signs of devotion. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Today. 2025/05, Vol. 75, Issue 5, p16
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:184531060
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