Role Of Women In Medieval Times

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Term Paper Title	Role Of Women In Medieval Times
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Role of Women In Medieval Times

In almost all civilizations throughout recorded history women have been oppressed,  discriminated against, and viewed as inferior beings. Unfortunately it was no different in Northern Europe during the Middle Ages. Women had no political, sexual and religious rights and were merely "figurines", held down by the unmatched control of men. In this time period women were mistreated in every possible way: raped, overworked, beaten, and even denied the right to own property. Additionally, women had no authority to make any decisions or lead their village.  In this culture, the role of women was to labor in the fields and in the house, to reproduce and raise their children, and most importantly to obey the male-figures in their society regardless of the situation.  The role of women in Europe during the Middle Ages is illustrated in many different ways, one being the historically accurate movie "The Warlord."  The Warlord is set in the Northern Coast of Europe during the 11th century (Modern Day France).  Throughout the course of the movie, the viewer sees the horrible and terrifying role of women. Many different scenes  show their subordination.
The first is when Branwin, a virgin peasant just a few days prior to her wedding, is molested by Chrysigon the feudal lord of the town. Chrysigon watches Branwin dress for 10 minutes during their first meeting, against her will.  Chrysigon proceeds to hit Branwin, grips her painfully, and is considering rape, until he is overcome with fright because he believes that Branwin may be Pagan-Witch.
Furthermore, another example illustrating the inferiority of women in that age, is the Pagan outlook on women and how men react to these views.  In the Pagan faith, it states that on the night before her wedding, a virgin must stay the night with another man besides her husband. This law demonstrates how the Pagan religion treats women as property of men and promotes rape in certain instances.  Chrsyigon wants to take advantage of this commandment and also views Branwin as his belonging. He ends up having sex with Branwin, displaying his oppressive rule over women in general, specifically Branwin.
Finally, an example of female oppression appearing in the World History textbook, depicts the Church's feeling towards women.  The Church attempted to limit women's learning opportunities, imposing on them that they must comply with the Church's authority.  Also, wo...

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