medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
This statement is, I believe, true: As for castration, isn't it correct that
any man who had suffered amputation, even after ordination, had to obtain a
dispensation in order continue to officiate at Mass or other services as a
priest? In the age of motor vehicle accidents and medical miracles, that
sort of thing isn't as uncommon as it used to be.
But I've also wondered how Abelard managed to be ordained. I'm sure I've
read the answer somewhere but can't remember the details. Perhaps it was
just a matter of a special dispensation. As for the "even after ordination,"
I hadn't heard that one.
MG
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