Elizabeth of Hungary: Episode Three
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Where and when does Elizabeth of Hungary’s story begin in Episode Three?
the land of Thuringia, 1223 AD. The newlywed nobles, Ludwig and Elisabeth, celebrate the birth of their first child. Elisabeth strives to follow lady poverty and live a Franciscan way of life despite the increasing opposition of the other nobles. Can Elisabeth continue her good works despite the resistance she faces? Or will the duties and expectations of being a courtly wife and mother crush her zeal?
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Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Elizabeth, is the baby okay?
He was sound asleep the last time I checked. Jutta is with him now.
Then why are you still awake?
I was praying, Ludwig.
Pray during the day. You need your rest.
But I hear God's voice more clearly in the silence of the night.
Please, come back to bed.
As I was praying, I thought about how we could both serve God better. I was thinking we should be poor.
What do you mean poor?
Live on a small farm, just us.
Leave the castle life and all our responsibilities to the people of Thuringia?
We could have a stable full of horses and a flock of sheep and live from the work of our hands. Wouldn't a simple life be lovely?
It sounds like we wouldn't be that poor with a stable full of animals.
Oh, you know what I mean.
A simple life would be lovely.
I love you, Lutz.
And I love you, Bette. Now where are you going?
It's time to feed the baby.
Ah, give our little one my love.
Jutta, there are so many at the castle gate today. Since you began working with those friars, more come every day. Here, Herr Fischer. Take this cloak to keep warm. And give this dress to your daughter. It should fit.
Thank you, Elizabeth. How can I ever repay your kindness?
Frau Meyer, how is that arm doing? It is very tender. That's not healed at all. Let me wrap you with a fresh bandage. My lady, here is more fresh bread from the kitchen. Thank you, Jutta. Frieda, here, take a warm loaf for your children.
If I could, your highness, could I take a second loaf for Bertolt? For Bertolt? What happened? He broke his leg, so he couldn't come here himself. Oh no. Here, take two loaves extra. There are others like him in Eisenach who cannot make the climb up here.
How did I not realize before? Jutta, tomorrow we must go down with provisions to help the people. Are you sure, my lady? The Duchess won't like it if you're seen there. Charity demands it, Jutta. God will be with us.
Mother, do you see her down there? Henry, step away from the window.
Such a crowd.
How do Ludwig and Elisabeth discuss choosing a life of poverty and service?
She's made this castle a magnet for those with tattered clothes and grumbling bellies. Is that a silver platter?
Mother, she's just given one of those wastrels a silver platter! Son, do not make your mother upset. She is giving our wealth away!
She calls us extravagant.
When it comes to Elizabeth, you cannot confront Ludwig without a plan.
His leniency towards her charity compromises our family. We are all Christian here, but she takes it too far. How can Ludwig not see that her excessive almsgiving poses many risks to us?
Compose yourself, Henry, or even your strongest arguments will not prevail upon him.
Ludwig, I must speak with you about a serious matter.
Has the fresh air brought out your sensitive side again, Henry?
I tried to warn you, but now... Is this about Elizabeth? She steals the goods of our castle to give them to the poor.
So long as she does not sell the castle, I am happy with her.
Is this a joke to you? She is irresponsible. And you, brother, are unfit to be Landgraf. Watch yourself, Henry. Your love for Elizabeth is clouding your judgment.
My love for Elizabeth has given our kingdom an heir. And that heir is not you, Henry. Droves of penniless beggars crowd our castle gates daily. This has been a tough winter. Elizabeth models what all our noblewomen should be doing.
Do you not see? Giving away such riches sets a dangerous precedent. The peasants will grow lazy and entitled, and we will lose our power over them. The people trust me.
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Chapters
4 chapters
1
Where and when does Elizabeth of Hungary’s story begin in Episode Three?
0:03–4:02
2
How do Ludwig and Elisabeth discuss choosing a life of poverty and service?
4:02–8:35
3
How does Elizabeth begin her daily charitable work at the castle gate?
8:35–12:56
4
What objections do Ludwig’s family raise about Elizabeth’s almsgiving?
12:56–14:24