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1. Carolingian Dynasty

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   The Carolingian Renaissance
   Charlemagne sponsored a period of intellectual and cultural revival, often termed the Carolingian Renaissance. This movement emphasized the standardization of liturgy, the reform of script (the development of Carolingian minuscule), and the copying of classical and theological texts. The impetus for this reform was often attributed to Charlemagne's belief that clerical illiteracy was causing minor but pervasive errors in sacramental procedures, specifically regarding the correct number of vowels used in the Latin pronunciation…

2. Carolingian Empire

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   Script and Education
   A major achievement was the standardization of writing through the development of Carolingian Minuscule. This clear, legible script replaced the highly variable national scripts used previously, making the copying and preservation of Latin texts far more efficient. Monasteries became the centers of intellectual activity, housing scriptoria where classical and theological works were preserved. Scholars like Alcuin of York were recruited to establish palace schools to train the clergy and future administr…