10 Innovations and Discoveries Made by Monks

10 Innovations and Discoveries Made by Monks

The monastic way of life—of work, prayer, and silent contemplation—is conducive to the germination of original ideas. Monasteries, which in the Middle Ages preserved classical knowledge, gave monks an intellectual edge not available to common folk. As early as the 11th century, we read of Eilmer of Malmesbury, the “Flying Monk,” who built a glider […] The post 10 Innovations and Discoveries Made by Monks appeared first on Listverse.