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Conversion Of Clovis Research Paper

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The Conversion of Clovis
Clovis, aka Chlodovocar or Louis, was converted into Roman Catholicism Christianity in 496 A.D. The conversion of Clovis, a former heathen and the founder of the Frankish power, was an important historical event. If by chance Chlodovocar, King of the Franks had accepted to become an Arian heretic like the other kings of the surrounding barbarian kingdoms, he would have lost favor with his mostly roman subjects (Denis 1). There are two accounts of the conversion of the king because it is believed the story of his conversion gave the devout raconteur an opening for many enlightening yarns. Two of these pious storytellers are St. Denis and Gregory of Tours. However, in this paper, the focus is the conversion of Clovis according to St. Denis. The conversion of Clovis was not just a turning point for the Franks, it happened in strange circumstances.
Chronicle of St, Denis
St. Denis captures the conversion of Clovis in his chronicles entitled “Chlodovocar, King of the Franks”. According to this story, prior to his conversion, the king was idolatrous and went to war with his neighbors including Alemanni. Clovis’ core intention in waging …show more content…

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