Charlemagne quotes
Charlemagne was a medieval Frankish king and emperor, often called the "Father of Europe." His reign united much of Western and Central Europe and led to a revival of art, culture, and learning known as the Carolingian Renaissance. He remains a legendary figure for his role in shaping European history and identity. Here are 10 of his quotes:
Bishops should despise this world and inspire others by their example to seek after heavenly things. But now you are corrupted by ambition beyond all the rest of mankind; and one of them not content with holding the first episcopal see in Germany has dared without my approval to claim my golden sceptre, which I carry to signify my royal will, in order that he might use it as his pastoral staff.
Charlemagne
You nobles, you sons of my leading men, soft and dandified, trusting in your birth and your wealth, paying no attention to my command and your advancement, you neglected the pursuit of learning and indulged yourselves in the sport of pleasure and idleness and foolish pastimes. By the King of the heavens I think nothing of your nobility and your beauty. Others can admire you. Know this without any doubt; unless you rapidly make up for your idleness by eager effort, you will never receive any benefit from Charlemagne.
Charlemagne
Charlemagne
Occupation: Roman Royalty
Born: March 29, 748
Died: January 24, 814
Quotes count: 10
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