From Medieval Mindset
What was life really like as a monk inside a medieval monastery? In this video, we uncover the shocking truth behind monastic life in the Middle Ages, where sleep was scarce, demons were real, and every day was a battle against sin. Discover the brutal routines, eerie practices, and extreme discipline that defined medieval monks' lives. You’ll never think of monasteries the same way again. From midnight prayer sessions to sleeping next to corpses, this is why you wouldn’t last a day as a medieval monk. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Why Monasteries Would Break You 01:14 – Demonic Temptation and the Battle for the Soul 02:59 – Sleeping with the Dead: Monasteries and Mortality 04:04 – The Forgotten Concept of Memento Mori 05:16 – Monks Slept Like Prisoners...On Purpose 07:11 – Conclusion: Why We Couldn't Handle It Today Sources and Further Reading: – The Rule of St. Benedict – Monastic Practices by Charles Cummings – The Stripping of the Altars by Eamon Duffy
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