What roles did family members play in Medieval Rome?

Medieval life for men and women were very different back in Medieval Rome. Medieval sermons illustrated the attitude of the church and society for women. Women were criticized for foolishness and for disobeying their fathers and husbands. Women were denounced for dress and appearance, gossip and walking about the village alone with no work to do. Husbands were allowed to beat their wife as a punishment and were encouraged to do. Ouch, can someone say harsh?

In fact, in some places, men faced fines for not beating their wives as a punishment. Medieval law reflects that women were seen less valuable as men. Their word also was less valuable. A men’s word will be taken over a women’s word. Still, women were a vital part of medieval economy. Women worked in fields, in homes, and in workshops. Also, women cared and taught children. Women were responsible for raising, storing, and preparing much of their families’ food and making their clothing. Women were also responsible for being a good wife and taking care of their children. You could say women took care of most things.