Remarks on the settlement of peasants from Patmos in Venetian Crete

Historical records reveal significant interactions between the Monastery of Saint-John the Theologian on Patmos and Venetian Crete, highlighting its economic and political influence. By the 12th century, the monastery secured land in Crete, forming the basis for a Cretan metochion at Stylos. A 1219 treaty between Venetian authorities and Cretan rebels ensured the safety of Patmos monks while granting freedom to some peasants. Later, in 1271, the monastery was granted annual grain exports from Crete, a privilege confirmed in 1307. These findings underscore the monastery's strategic role in cross-regional trade and its enduring presence during Venetian rule.

Maltezou, C. (2018). Remarks on the settlement of peasants from Patmos in Venetian Crete. Crusading and Trading between West and East, 228–237. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315142753-15