The study of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, including their languages, literature, history, philosophy, art, and cultural legacy, examining texts, archaeological evidence, and their influence on modern society
3 papersThis paper argues that the construction of "the heretic" as a legal category in Late Roman law was influenced by gendered rhetoric and evolving Christian ecclesial power. It examines how accusations of sexual deviance were used to identify and prosecute heretics, particularly focusing on the trials of Manichaeans in Rome during the mid-5th century CE under Pope Leo I.
This article discusses the discovery of a late medieval English carol based on the Latin hymn Te deum, found within a manorial notebook in the Holkham Archives. Comparison with other carols suggests the author was likely James Ryman, a Franciscan friar known for similar works.
This paper examines the theme of collective speech in Katharine Burdekin's novels, connecting it to liturgical debates and the political dimensions of her work. It argues that Burdekin's portrayal of collective speech, particularly in Swastika Night, reflects anxieties about political manipulation and the suppression of individual voices, while also suggesting the potential for resistance through alternative forms of collective expression.