Excerpt from The Collegiate Chapter of the Royal Hospital or Free Chapel of Saint Katharine Near the Tower: In Its Relation to the Church in the East of London
The Brothers are required by the Statutes of the Hospital to be in residence during a certain period in every year.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of St. Katharineââ â¢s Hospital, a venerable religious institution that dates back to the 12th century and is one of the oldest surviving Ecclesiastical Communities in England. The author explores the hospitalââ â¢s evolution through centuries, from its founding by Matilda, wife of King Stephen, to its eventual relocation from its original site near the Tower of London to the Regents Park in the early 19th century. The book sheds light on the hospitalââ â¢s unique structure, which includes both male and female members, and its long-standing tradition of providing charitable services to the surrounding community. The book traces the hospitalââ â¢s shifting purpose and changing fortunes, examining the controversies surrounding its patronage, its complex relationship with the Crown, and the challenges posed by the encroachment of commercial development in the East End of London. The book offers a rare glimpse into the complexities of medieval religious life, the evolving role of religious institutions in English society, and the enduring importance of charity and service. Its meticulous exploration of the hospitalââ â¢s history serves to illuminate the rich tapestry of English social and religious history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333217389_0
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