What services were provided by monasteries and convents?
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well in the years way back 1000's about. monks were among the few who weren't extremely wealthy and could read and write. Gregor Mendel was a monk and he contributed great amounts of research to genealogy. and of course they offered the conventional charity services we think of as well.
Monasteries and convents were critical centers in medieval society, providing education, religious services, medical care, economic stability, refuge for travelers, and cultural preservation. They played a vital role in maintaining literacy and knowledge after the fall of the Roman Empire. Furthermore, their agricultural and trade activities contributed to local economies, making them essential to both spiritual and everyday life in medieval Europe.
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