FAQ About The Influence of Medieval Carnival Traditions
What were 'Feast of Fools' celebrations, and how were they related to medieval carnivals?
The 'Feast of Fools' was a specific medieval celebration that blended well with carnival traditions, emphasizing humor and inversion of societal norms. Held by members of the clergy, this celebration involved appointing a mock bishop or pope and enacting parodies of religious rituals. While not part of the official carnival, it shared similar themes of role-reversal and satirical expression found in broader carnival festivities.
