Medieval Mystics Behind Bricks

Medieval Mystics Behind Bricks

June 29, 2026 · 39 min

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Summer tells the story of ancient mystics who bricked themselves in cells, focusing on Julian of Norwich.

In this week's story time, Summer tells the story of the ancient mystics that chose to brick themselves in cells, until death do they part from their bricks. The most famous anchoress, Julian of Norwich, is widely considered the first published female author in the English language. She may also have been the first feminist cat lady. Tune in! The post Medieval Mystics Behind Bricks appeared first on Sheologians .

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