

The Cult of Becket
Jul 26, 2024
Dr. John Jenkins discusses the cult of Becket after his murder, the surge of pilgrims to Canterbury, spread across Europe, the economic impact, relic lore, the destruction attempts by figures like Thomas Cromwell, and the lasting impact of Becket's saintly legacy.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Cult of Thomas Becket and the Pilgrimage to Canterbury
02:28 • 17min
The Cult of Beckett: From Devotion to Destruction
19:27 • 12min
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31:25 • 2min
The International Spread and Political Significance of the Cult of Becket
33:20 • 2min
Exploring the Significance of Stained Glass Windows and Pilgrimages to Canterbury
35:24 • 12min
Exploring the Cult of Becket in Medieval Times
47:00 • 2min