Matthew Paris

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Matthew Paris born?Circa 1200
2. When did Matthew Paris die?1259
3. What is the affiliation?Benedictine monk at St Albans Abbey
4. What is the primary works?Chronica Majora, Historia Anglorum
5. Who was Matthew Paris?Matthew Paris was a Benedictine monk from St Albans Abbey in the 13th century. He was a writer, artist, and mapmaker who kept detailed records of his time.
6. What is the Chronica Majora?The Chronica Majora is Matthew Paris's most famous book. It tells the history of 13th‑century Europe and includes his own opinions and many primary sources.

Benedictine Order: A monastic order founded by St. Benedict of Nursia, emphasizing a balanced life of prayer, study, and manual labor.
Illuminated Manuscript: A manuscript in which the text is supplemented by the addition of decoration, such as initials, borders, and miniature illustrations.
Cartography: The science or practice of drawing maps.
Ecclesiastical Authority: The power and authority of the church and its leaders.