Chapter 13 Module Class discussion Humanities 

Response to 2 classmates-  

Each response should be around 35 words and add to the discussion in a respectful and meaningful way (i.e. posing questions, reflecting on their response, providing constructive criticism, etc.). All posts and responses should include evidence of familiarity with the assigned readings in addition to your personal reflections on the topic. Your writing must be well organized and contain correct grammar, spelling, and sentence structure.

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Prompt-  In what ways are the standards of beauty of the era depicted in the Gothic cathedral?  Post an image from any Gothic Cathedral we’ve studied (an exterior view, interior view, elevation, portal, window, etc.) What formal elements are emphasized, and how does this reflect the aesthetic and spiritual values of the era? 

Classmate response- 

 #1

Cathedral of Saint Gatianus of Tours

      The Cathedral of Saint Gatianus of Tours, or just Tours Cathedral for short, is located in Tours, France. It took a remarkable amount of time to be built with the building dates being between 1170 and 1547. Of course at this time other Gothic architectures were being built as well. The Gothic style arose throughout the 11th century as more political freedom and prosperity began to reveal itself all across Europe. The pointed arches, as seen in the photo of the cathedral above is one of the main characteristics that define a Gothic building. That being said, there has been speculation that the Gothic style might have taken some inspiration from the pointed arches seen in early Islamic architecture. Some other defining features that the Tours Cathedral has that most people think of when they hear Gothic architecture are the chapel stained-glass windows, an altar, a highly detailed ceiling, and of course an organ. One thing not all cathedral have is a tomb, but the Tours Cathedral contains the tomb of the children of Charles Vlll and Anne of Brittany, who died as infants. As stated earlier, there are many other examples of Gothic cathedrals that were built during the 11th century, and they all look like they have had every meticulous detail inspected and placed into the design of the building.

#2-

East end of Salisbury Cathedral

       Gothic style was not meant for darkness like the negative connotation that it is often associated with. As you can see in the picture above of the Salisbury Cathedral, the purpose of Gothic Architecture was meant to bring in light and life into people’s lives. You cannot really see it in the picture here but the pointed arch is a key attribute in this type of architecture. It is not like traditional buildings because it has more ornate designs on the walls, windows, columns, and overall structure of the building. These type of buildings were mostly built in the 12th century, with this one being started in 1220. These buildings are often extremely, large filled with wide, open spaces. Upon visiting the Salisbury Cathedral for example, you will see a huge area filled with chair and then at the end of the large hallway, there is an altar, which is pretty much the norm for all of the cathedrals. Like all of the cathedrals, the designs of the buildings have an incredible amount of detail imbued into them. I don’t believe there is a single piece of Gothic architecture that is not beautiful in it’s own way.

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How do the roles of reason and belief change from ancient times through middle ages? During the ancient time or the beginning of human life which according to historian happen around 5000 years ago. It was time that there were pyramids, temples and monuments were built in Egypt honoring their leaders or Gods. The time were inscription in the form of cuneiform text was the earliest form of writing developed by using pictographs. People during the ancient times only had one religion. They worshiped their leader Pharaoh or many Gods. People during this time where ranks as superiors or inferiors. Egyptians were known for using the Papyrus for recording keeping. Egyptians believed in after life and created the calendar. Egyptians had people listed from important to less important. During the ancient times, there was a list of people based on importance in Egypt. The highest superior was the Pharaoh which is known as the ruler of Egypt. He was the most powerful. He was responsible for making laws and keeping things in order within Egypt. After the Pharaoh, you have the priest who job was to serve the God and perform offering and rituals. The scribes were next in line of importance. The scribe job was to learn how to write. In Egypt, there wasn’t many people who knew how to write. You had to be one of the privilege people to learn how to write. Soldiers were following by the Scribes. The soldiers were to protect the empire. Craftsmen were trained and skill workers that were respected within Egypt.  Craftsmen were pottery makers, leatherworkers, sculptor, painters, weavers, jewelry maker, shoe maker, and tailor in Egypt. Slaves in Egypt held up the whole Egypt society. During ancient times, you didn’t have much war going on as you did in Middle Age or Medieval Times. Bloodletting was Egypt oldest medicine practice. During those time, Egyptian men wore wrap around skirts. Women wore decorated clothing and wore jewelry and head dresses, Men and women both worn makeup. Women in Egypt were the most respected out of the Mesopotamians, Spartan, and Persians. There was an increase in trade and commerce during the early times.

            Middle Age is referred to as the medieval period as some would say. Middle Ages was the beginning of the fall of Western Roman Empire in west (476 A.D) and merged into the Renaissance and Age of Discovery.  Medieval or Middle Ages last from 5th to 15th century. During Middle Ages, there were many invasion and movement of people during this time. You had numerous of religion among the people then you did in ancient times.  Christianity dominated Europe during Middle Ages even though there were other religion such as Muslim and Jews which live throughout the cities in Europe. Women during this time was married without knowing their spouse.  Their job as women were to have children and run the household. Churches were built like huge cathedral with stained glass window sculpture architect and painted murals. During this period, there were kings fighting for power and control. The social classes in the middle ages or medieval times were made of Kings, Queens Prince, Princess which are the royalty that had control over the land, political, and economic decision. After the royalty, there was nobility which power was based on blood relation. Duke were ruler of province which came next after the nobility. Baron was responsible first to the king and second to the people, Knights protect the lord and army. Peasant were the lowest social rank, Freeman were farmer who were poor who control small portions. Middle Ages was a period when there was so much fighting among the people. A time I wouldn’t want to experience.