The Birth of Popular Heresy: A Millennial Phenomenon?
R. I. Moore
This paper provides a reassessment of historical debates about the nature popular movements in and around year 1000, with particular reference to work Richard Landes Dominique Barthelemy. Heresy heresy accusations do not feature classical historiography millennialism medieval Europe, including Norman Cohn's Pursuit Millennium. Nor does assertion that was propagated among «the people» first half eleventh century. However, these issues arise current discussions «millennial generation» (those living through years 1000-1033) so-called «feudal revolution». keynote reviews millennial reports light changing historiographical trends new on heresies themselves. It contests view perceived by literate elites support allegations widespread belief imminent end world.
Journal of Religious History