New cultural tradition emerged focossed on Christian sources (may 15, 760 – mar 2, 840)
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It was called the Carolingian renaissance because Charlemagne was it's greatest patron. He directed every monestry to cultivate learning. To promote understanding of Christian scripture and praying. The beatifull handwriting was done by monks in this time. Churchmen taught all knowledge came from god, and was for men to use. This became the foundation for a medical school in Salerno which gained immense popularity with all religions. Despite these advancements in medicines it was only for the rich. Under peseants Half of the kids died before the age of 5, and 40 was considered old.
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