Anglo-Saxon Church

The Anglo-Saxon Church refers to the Christian church in England during the Anglo-Saxon period (approximately 410-1066 AD). It played a crucial role in the cultural and spiritual life of early medieval England. The church was influential in converting and educating the Anglo-Saxon kings and their people, promoting literacy, and preserving texts. Monasteries became centers of learning and manuscript production. Significant figures, like St. Augustine and Bede, contributed to its development. The church also had considerable political power, often influencing rulers and being involved in the establishment of laws and community order throughout the region.