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Medieval convents were not just spiritual retreats, but centers of political influence, with abbesses holding significant secular authority.
Abbesses like Matilda of Quedlinburg and Adelaide I wielded power, advising emperors and kings, and managing vast territories.
Women like Hrotsvitha of Gandersheim and Hildegard of Bingen also exerted influence through literature and prophetic visions.
Medieval nuns were skilled practitioners of herbal medicine and horticulture, maintaining extensive gardens and infirmaries that served their communities.
These female-led institutions challenge common perceptions of medieval women's roles in society, showcasing their agency, autonomy, and influence in various spheres.