Barber Doctor

In the middle ages being a barber doctor would be the worst job.  You would have to amputate people, cute people open, and be surrounded by blood.  I would have an incredibly hard time with cutting people open.  I don't deal with blood too well and I would've been disgusted to have this job.  most of the time what they're doing doesn't even end up benefiting the person.  It is one of the most disgusting, awful things I've ever heard of.  I could never ever have this job!

History of Sarah

Sarah was nervous on her first day of school.  She came in to school not knowing many people.  For the first part of the year she kind of kept to herself, but eventually she made a lot of friends.  She now has a few very close friends and was finally able to branch out.  Sarah even went to a party which was a lot of fun.  Her grades were very good, but school got harder and they’ve dropped a little.  January was a very hard month for her, but now things are back on track.   She’s made quite a few mistakes over the year and also learned some important lessons.  Sarah is now ready to face sophomore year.  
In the beginning of the year she had a small group of friends who she didn't quite fit in with.  When she branched out to befriend new people they were upset about this and don't really like her anymore.  The new friends she had met eventually had shown their true colors and she was all alone.  Sarah eventually finally made friends with people she truly fits in with and will be friends with them for a long time. 
She was dating this boy for a year who kept her held back form being with friends and leading a normal social life that any teenage should have.  They broke up sometime in January and ever since then her life has been really great.  she hasn't had much drama and she is having a great time with her friends.
Sarah has really matured quite a lot within this past year and had to deal with some difficult things.  Her new maturity will help her in the future.  She hopes to keep the friends she has now and not go through another event like earlier in the year.  Sarah is now prepared for the rest of high school and has an idea of what she is going to face. 

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Why is it so important to understand Spanish Inquisition if one is to really understand the culture of the Middle Ages?

Why is it so important to understand Spanish Inquisition if one is to really understand the culture of the Middle Ages?

          The Spanish Inquisition was established in 1478 and lasted for over 350 years.  It was one of man inquisitions that occurred between the 12^th and 19^th century.  During this time period many Jews, Jews, Muslims and Protestants were put in Inquisitional Court and doomed to torment, custody, exile and death.  During this time period many people were converted to Christianity, some out of their own free will and others because they were terrified for their life.  The Spanish Inquisition was incredibly gruesome; however, it plays a major role in understanding the culture of the Middle Ages.  Although the Spanish Inquisition was a terrible event in history, it does not help to better understand the culture of the middle ages.  

          The Political aspects and court hearings were greatly affected by the Spanish Inquisition, “The inquisitorial system was based on ancient Roman law. It was different from other court systems because the court actually took part in the process of trying the accused. (History How Stuff Works Shanna Freeman)” When people were sent to court as a result of their religion, they were not allowed a lawyer. Another aspect of this new system was that anybody could be put on trial against them, family, neighbors, or friends.  The person at trial was also not given the knowledge of who their accusers were.  Political disadvantages were a result of the Spanish Inquisition.

Many people were also emotionally distraught due to the events of the Spanish Inquisition, “It has been estimated that during Tomas de Torquemada's tenure of office over 200,000 souls were tortured and killed.  (BBC The Spanish Inquisition)”  The vast majority of gruesome deaths left an emotional aftermath.  Many people were scared to think for themselves or go against the Church. People no longer felt free with religion and everyone lived in fear.  The events of the Spanish Inquisition were terrifying. 

During this time period Christianity was a very powerful religion.  The Church believed other people should be force to convert because they were, “right”.  “If there are many or few cases, it doesn't matter. What's important is you don't say, 'I am right and you are wrong and I burn you’ (BBC Thomas Noffke 2004)” The measures people took on others to change their religion were unreal.  The hatred in their hearts were burning and because of this religion was greatly affected.  Many of people converted to Christianity resulting in many more Christians than there had been before.  Religion was severely affected by the Spanish Inquisition.  

The era in which the Spanish Inquisition occurred many changes were experienced.  Religion was one of the biggest cultural changes because many people were forced to convert to Christianity.  There were also cultural changes in politics and the citizens.  This was a terrifying time that stuck with many people for years afterwards.  In conclusion, the Spanish Inquisition is a major part of understanding the culture of the middle ages.

"BBC - BBC Radio 4 Programmes - In Our Time, The Spanish  Inquisition." BBC -        Homepage. Web. 05 May           2011.    <http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p003c1bw>.

"BBC - H2g2 - The Spanish Inquisition." BBC - Homepage. Web. 05 May   2011.             <http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/h2g2/A620083>.

"HowStuffWorks "How the Spanish Inquisition          Worked"" Howstuffworks  "History" Web. 05 May             2011.  http://history.howstuffworks.com/european- history/spanish-        inquisition.htm

Murphy, Verity. "BBC NEWS | Europe | Vatican 'dispels Inquisition   Myths'" BBC News          - Home. Web. 05 May             2011.  <http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/3809983.stm>.

Why is it so important to understand Spanish Inquisition if one is to really understand the culture of the Middle Ages?

Why is it so important to understand Spanish Inquisition if one is to really understand the culture of the Middle Ages?

          The Spanish Inquisition was established in 1478 and lasted for over 350 years.  It was one of man inquisitions that occurred between the 12^th and 19^th century.  During this time period many Jews, Jews, Muslims and Protestants were put in Inquisitional Court and doomed to torment, custody, exile and death.  During this time period many people were converted to Christianity, some out of their own free will and others because they were terrified for their life.  The Spanish Inquisition was incredibly gruesome; however, it plays a major role in understanding the culture of the Middle Ages. Although the Spanish Inquisition was a terrible event in history, it does not help to better understand the culture of the middle ages.  

          The Political aspects and court hearings were  greatly affected by the Spanish Inquisition, “The inquisitorial system was based on ancient Roman law. It was different from other court systems because the court actually took part in the process of trying the accused. (History How Stuff Works Shanna Freeman)” When people were sent to court as a result of their religion, they were not allowed a lawyer.  Another aspect of this new system was that anybody could be put on trial against them, family, neighbors, or friends.  The person at trial was also not given the knowledge of who their accusers were.  Political disadvantages were a result of the Spanish Inquisition.

Many people were also emotionally distraught due to the events of the Spanish Inquisition, “It has been estimated that during Tomas de Torquemada's tenure of office over 200,000 souls were tortured and killed.  (BBC The Spanish Inquisition)”  The vast majority of gruesome deaths left an emotional aftermath.  Many people were scared to think for themselves or go against the Church.  People no longer felt free with religion and everyone lived in fear.  The events of the Spanish Inquisition were terrifying. 

During this time period Christianity was a very powerful religion.  The Church believed other people should be force to convert because they were, “right”.  “If there are many or few cases, it doesn't matter. What's important is you don't say, 'I am right and you are wrong and I burn you’ (BBC Thomas Noffke 2004)” The measures people took on others to change their religion were unreal.  The hatred in their hearts were burning and because of this religion was greatly affected.  Many of people converted to Christianity resulting in many more Christians than there had been before.  Religion was severely affected by the Spanish Inquisition.  

The era in which the Spanish Inquisition occurred many changes were experienced.  Religion was one of the biggest cultural changes because many people were forced to convert to Christianity.  There were also cultural changes in politics and the citizens.  This was a terrifying time that stuck with many people for years afterwards.  In conclusion, the Spanish Inquisition is a major part of understanding the culture of the middle ages.

"BBC - BBC Radio 4 Programmes - In Our Time, The Spanish   Inquisition." BBC - Homepage. Web. 05 May 2011.     <http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p003c1bw>.

"BBC - H2g2 - The Spanish Inquisition." BBC - Homepage. Web. 05 May   2011. <http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/h2g2/A620083>.

"HowStuffWorks "How the Spanish Inquisition Worked"" Howstuffworks           "History" Web. 05 May 2011.        http://history.howstuffworks.com/european-          history/spanish- inquisition.htm

Murphy, Verity. "BBC NEWS | Europe | Vatican 'dispels Inquisition   Myths'" BBC News - Home. Web. 05 May 2011.   <http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/3809983.stm>.