Die Arbeit gibt einen Einblick in das höfische Prozedere am Hof Elisabeths I. sowie ihre Royal Progresses, die Besuchsreisen bei adligen Untertanen. Teilweise detaillierte Beschreibungen veranschaulichen die Theorie der hierarchisierten Elisabethanischen Gesellschaft, the Chain of Being. Es wird vorrangig auf das Standardwerk zum Thema von E. M. W. Tillyard Bezug genommen.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- The Royal Household: Edificial Structure and Servants
- Regular Court Movements
- Royal Progresses
- Elvetham
- Conclusion
- Sources
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to explore the behind-the-scenes workings of the Elizabethan court, examining the physical structure, the roles of its inhabitants, and the significance of court rituals and royal progresses in shaping the Elizabethan world picture. It intends to move beyond the facade of royal splendor and understand the complex interplay of power, ceremony, and daily life within the court.
- The hierarchical structure of the Elizabethan court
- The symbolic and practical functions of the royal household
- The significance of court rituals and royal progresses in shaping the Elizabethan world picture
- The relationship between the Queen and her courtiers
- The influence of the court on Elizabethan society and culture
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the paper's objective, which is to delve into the inner workings of the Elizabethan court beyond the outward image of royal grandeur. It highlights the need to understand the court as a microcosm with its own distinct structure, hierarchy, and purpose.
- The Royal Household: Edificial Structure and Servants: This chapter delves into the physical structure of the royal household and the different roles played by its inhabitants. It examines the division of space within the court, from the Great Hall to the Privy Chamber and the Royal Bedchamber, and explores how these spaces reflected the hierarchical structure of Elizabethan society. It also discusses the various functions of the court and the diverse range of people who resided there, from courtiers and servants to foreign envoys and guests.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on Elizabethan court rituals, royal progresses, the structure and hierarchy of the royal household, and the role of the Queen as a figure of power and authority. Key themes include the interplay of ceremony and everyday life, the significance of symbolism and pageantry, and the impact of the court on Elizabethan society and culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were "Royal Progresses" in Elizabethan times?
Royal Progresses were journeys made by Queen Elizabeth I to visit her noble subjects across the country. These visits served both as a display of royal power and a way to connect with the people.
What is the "Great Chain of Being"?
The "Great Chain of Being" is a hierarchical structure of all matter and life, which in Elizabethan society dictated the social order from the monarch down to the lowest servants.
How was the Royal Household structured?
The household was divided into specific spaces like the Great Hall, the Privy Chamber, and the Royal Bedchamber, each reflecting different levels of proximity to the Queen and social status.
What was the symbolic function of court rituals?
Rituals were designed to reinforce the Queen's authority, showcase the splendor of the Tudor dynasty, and maintain the complex social hierarchy among courtiers.
Why did Elizabeth I visit her subjects during progresses?
Beyond political visibility, it allowed the Queen to live at the expense of her wealthy subjects and to ensure their loyalty through her direct presence and the pageantry involved.
- Citar trabajo
- Cordula Zwanzig (Autor), 2011, Elizabeth I. Court Rituals and Royal Progress, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/267697
