Episcopal Power and Authority in Communication with the City of Bardejov in the Late Middle Ages

A study reveals how bishops of Eger exerted power and authority over the medieval town of Bardejov through tithes, judicial cases, and symbolic rituals. The research demonstrates that disputes over tithe collection were common between parish priests, town representatives, and bishops, often resolved through episcopal machinery. Additionally, ecclesiastical courts occasionally overshadowed town law in judicial matters, while episcopal presence in religious ceremonies reinforced their authority. The study also highlights the role of episcopal vicars in representing the bishop's power, providing insight into the complex interplay between ecclesiastical and municipal governance during this period.

Fedorčáková, M. (2023). Episcopal Power and Authority in Communication with the City of Bardejov in the Late Middle Ages. Mesto a Dejiny, 12(2). https://doi.org/10.33542/cah2023-2-02