Constitutions of the Canterbury Court at Oxford University

I n 1362, Simon Langham, the Archbishop of Canterbury, founded a collegiate hall at the University of Oxford, establishing statutes for its governance. The document emphasizes the importance of scholarly pursuit and the role of divine wisdom in education. It specifies the election process for fellows, including qualifications and the importance of consensus among members. The text highlights the need for a careful selection of candidates based on merit and the necessity of maintaining a high sta