The Role of Priests in the Middle Ages

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What were the duties of a medieval priest?

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During the Middle Ages the kings appointed members of the clergy including the bishops and priests.     
In return, the clergy would play a pivotal role in establishing the rules of the land.

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The priests during the Middle Ages were exempted from paying taxes due to their noble status in society.     
Priests provided care for members of the community and held a prestigious role in society.

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The priest presided over baptisms and weddings. He usually was the sole source of education.

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All priests were required to set up schools to try and uplift the local population by teaching them rudimentary     
reading and writing skills.

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Only a small selection of students would be taught by educated priests on how to read and write in Latin.