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What were the Middle Ages?

The history of mankind is divided by scientists into three large groups - the ancient world, the Middle Ages and modern times. The Middle Ages cover the time from the fall of Rome to modern times, that is, the 476th century. When it comes to such a long period of time, it is difficult to give exact start and end dates. One era gradually passed into another. But the beginning of the Middle Ages is considered to be 1453 AD. when the last Roman emperor was dethroned. And its end is attributed to XNUMX, when Turkey captured Constantinople, the capital of the Eastern Empire.

What was life like in the Middle Ages? What important events took place during this time? This was the era of the victorious march of Christianity across Europe.

During the Middle Ages, the feudal system in Europe developed and then fell into decay, modern nations began to form. Although it was the age of knights, cruelty flourished. The lords spoke of honor and romantic belief in a dream, but at the same time treated their slaves and servants inhumanly. It was a time when people had firm faith. At no other time has religion played such an important role. Church and state were not only tied together, but often the church was the state. However, towards the end of the Middle Ages, priests began to lose their power in things that had nothing to do with religion.

Modern trade has its roots in the Middle Ages, when they were looking for new trade routes to India and China. Science did not advance significantly at this time, and most literary works were associated with chivalry and battles. The architecture of this period is represented by majestic Gothic cathedrals with stained glass windows in them.

Author: Likum A.

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At first, icons were painted with melted wax paints (encaustic) on wooden boards, later with tempera, oil paints, and created using the mosaic technique. Since believers often kissed the icon, its image was protected with silver plates (oklad).

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