Contribution to the Foundation of the Hungarian Chapel in Aachen by King Louis I (1360) Cover Image

Príspevok k založeniu uhorskej kaplnky v Aachene kráľom Ľudovítom I. (1360)
Contribution to the Foundation of the Hungarian Chapel in Aachen by King Louis I (1360)

Author(s): Jaroslav Nemeš
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Architecture, History of Church(es), Local History / Microhistory, 13th to 14th Centuries, Sociology of Religion
Published by: Historický ústav SAV
Keywords: Kingdom of Hungary; 14th century; Louis I; Aachen; Church History; Pilgrimage;

Summary/Abstract: King Louis I of Hungary founded the chapel in Aachen for Hungarian pilgrims, providing it with relics of Hungarian saints and liturgical equipment. The chapel in the Gothic style was added to the south side of the church. Maintenance and operation of the chapel, as well as supplies for two chaplains, were provided from the surrounding markets, and the land was acquired in cooperation with the Aachen town authorities. The chapel with its equipment and two chaplains was placed in the care of the town and canons in 1370. Pope George XI granted an annual indulgence to all who confessed and visited the chapel. Henry Abbot of Pilis abbot meritoriously contributed to the chapel foundation. His mission referred to negotiations and contractual provision of all relevant matters. The chapel had served its purpose for a few centuries when it burnt down in 1656. Later it was reconstructed in the Baroque style.

  • Issue Year: 67/2019
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 3-22
  • Page Count: 20
  • Language: Slovak
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