138 – Religious Lives in Britain

This podcast explores the diverse beliefs and practices of religious communities in Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms and delves into the living conditions of monks and nuns in monasteries in Britain. It also discusses the monastic life at Nazingbury and the unveiling of lives, highlighting the role of women, servants, and children. The podcast concludes with reflections on the discoveries from the digs at Nasingbury and Hartleypool, emphasizing the importance of status and the difficulties faced by non-royals under religious orders.