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What role did Alcuin take up in 796?

  • Bishop of York

  • Abbot of Marmoutier

  • Dean of Aachen

  • Archbishop of Canterbury

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**Abbot of Marmoutier**, a distinguished monastery in Tours, France, marked the significant role Alcuin assumed in 796. He brought his profound knowledge of theology, philosophy, and the liberal arts to guide and inspire the monastic community. Alcuin's intellectual prowess and commitment to education left an indelible impact on the intellectual landscape of the region, transforming Marmoutier into a vibrant center of learning and scholarship during the Carolingian era.
The Enigmatic Alcuin: Unraveling the Legacy of an 8th-Century Scholar

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