Canons, books of canons, and ecclesiastical judgments in Carolingian Italy: the Council of Mantua, 827
Michael W. Heil
The long-running jurisdictional dispute between the patriarchs of Aquileia and Grado entered a period particular activity in 820s, culminating judicial decision Aquileia’s favor at Council Mantua 827. This council its consequences offer fertile ground for exploring ways that texts figured ecclesiastical conflicts ninth-century Italy. Recent work has shed light on role hagiographical played this dispute. chapter examines another “textual” dimension: canons canon-law norms arguments decisions, “courtroom” beyond. concludes with brief discussion different case, from Lucca, shows clarity close connection could exist canon law manuscripts legal practice.
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