Welcome September!
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Tag: #Charlemagne
Holy Island
Lindisfarne, also called Holy Island, is a tidal island off the northeast coast of England, which constitutes the civil parish of Holy Island in Northumberland. Holy Island has a recorded history from the 6th century AD; it was an important center of Celtic Christianity. After the Viking invasions, and the Norman conquest of … Continue reading Holy Island
Alcuin
Alcuin was one of the most remarkable Anglo-Saxons of the eighth century. He was born of noble and wealthy parents, at York, about the year 735, and was from his infancy dedicated to the church. York was at this period … Continue reading Alcuin
Cuthbert
According to church tradition, however, when Cuthbert’s relics were raised, it was found that his body had not decayed. Continue reading Cuthbert
Too Valuable a Man
Some Christian workers, facing the sunset years, may retire from official positions and pace themselves more carefully in ministry. But withdrawing entirely from the Lord’s work isn’t an option, for Christians don’t really retire. They just get transferred. In 776 … Continue reading Too Valuable a Man
Two Giants
The son of Pepin the Short rose to power in the eighth century, and there was nothing short about him. Standing seven feet tall, Charlemagne was active, dignified, strong, and intelligent. His continual warfare enlarged his kingdom till it covered … Continue reading Two Giants
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