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How many courses does a medieval banquet have?
There was no fixed number of courses for a medieval banquet. In fact, some banquets went on for two or more days. There is a link below to an article on medieval cuisine which is rather long, but has some more information.
What were medieval pilgrims?
Medieval pilgrims were people who went on journeys or trips to distant places of religious importance. Such trips were called pilgrimages and people who go on a pilgrimage are called pilgrims.
Why didn't they bathe in Medieval Times?
Actually, they did bathe in the Middle Ages. The people believed that cleanliness was next to godliness and kept very clean. They also believed that bad air, with foul odors, carried diseases. They had public baths in many villages. Later, the Renaissance came. People discovered perfume and went into a period when the only parts of the body to get cleaned were the parts other people could see. They knew medieval people did not have perfume, and liked very much to describe the Middle Ages as inferior to their own, so they called the medieval people dirty and stinky. They convinced alter historians of their own superiority, and people still believe them.
What was everyday life like in Medieval England?
Medieval life in England wasn't as good as it's believed to be. Between the years of 1066-1500, the medieval people were vastly productive, even though their technology was far behind ours. There were a lot of hardships and struggles that they went through, but on the up-side, they could use as much water as they pleased.
When does a medieval peasant go to bed?
A medieval peasant typically went to bed shortly after sunset, as their daily schedule was largely dictated by daylight hours. The lack of artificial lighting meant that nighttime activities were limited, so bedtime was generally early to ensure they were well-rested for the next day's labor-intensive tasks. Additionally, the peasant's diet and physical activity level likely contributed to their need for an earlier bedtime compared to modern-day individuals.
