The Christianisation of the Saxons
R Michałowski
Taking Christianisation as the process by which an entire society can be said to have become Christian, this article examines that phenomenon in ninth-century Saxony. The conversion of Saxony was unwelcome and imposed often force, especially during time Charlemagne. This is considered through two texts: 'Translato sancti Alexandrii Translatio Liborii'. isolationism Saxons divine triumph over position Charlemagne are emphasised these later accounts translation remains saints Alexander Liborius, whose bodies miracles associated with them helped reverse reintroduction paganism. At same time, political necessity had seen being granted right return their old way life support Carolingian rulers. In end, Christian portrayed best Saxon hastened.
Journal of the Australian Early Medieval Association