The long-haired kings of the Franks: ‘like so many Samsons?’1
Erik Goosmann
As the paradigm of Germanic sacral kingship has lost its appeal, historians have begun to rethink concept Merovingian kingship. Most arguments once used in support alleged and pagan character now been refuted. However, meaning their long hair thus far proven difficult explain. This article will argue that hairstyle took up Christian shortly after conversion, presenting them image biblical Samson. Consequently, use analogies legitimize royal power further challenges once-held dichotomy between Carolingian
Early Medieval Europe