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Medieval Quotes

From castles and learning to a modern joke about airplane seats.

These medieval quotes range across genuine History quotes, praising the era's learning and describing the primitive hall houses landowners once lived in.

Medieval learning was really advanced.

Quotes by Terry Jones

Essentially, Robin Hood put a smackdown on the medieval equivalent of the IRS.

Quotes by Steven Crowder

The medieval hall house was very primitive when it became the characteristic form of dwelling of the landowner of the Middle Ages.

Quotes by Stephen Gardiner

Maimed but still magnificent... Europe's mightiest medieval cathedral.

Quotes by R. W. Apple, Jr.

Culture Quotes

Airports and 'leg room' on planes are a form of medieval torture.

Quotes by Mary E. Pearson

But no, I don't think I'm particularly drawn to the period roles or the medieval roles.

Quotes by Hugh Dancy

I listen to a lot of medieval music.

Quotes by Grimes

Medieval justice was a quaint thing.

Quotes by Frederick Pollock

Frequently Asked Questions

What aspects of the medieval period do these quotes cover?
They touch on medieval learning, housing for landowners, Robin Hood folklore, and a modern joke comparing airline seating to medieval torture.
Is the 'medieval torture' quote about something historical?
No, it's a lighthearted modern joke comparing cramped airplane legroom to medieval torture, not a description of an actual historical practice.
Does this collection include folklore references?
Yes, one quote references Robin Hood putting a stop to the medieval equivalent of tax collection, tying folklore to the era's history.
Is there a quote about medieval housing?
One quote describes the medieval hall house as a primitive but characteristic form of dwelling for landowners of the Middle Ages.
Where can I find more quotes about historical periods?
Check our History quotes for more lines spanning different eras and historical themes.

One quote nods to Robin Hood folklore taking on a medieval version of tax collectors, while another jokes that airline legroom feels like medieval torture. Browse Culture quotes for more period reflections.