Penitential Manuscripts and the Teaching of Penance in Carolingian Europe
Eleni Leontidou
This article discusses the educational value of penitential literature in Carolingian Francia. In particular, it looks at manuscripts which were not simple handbooks but compiled as tools for priests. Apart from works, these included monastic rules, moral and ascetic works providing instruction, and, some cases, school texts glossaries.
Studies in Church History