Bishop Grosseteste Finance Office
Bishop Grosseteste’s Financial Management
Robert Grosseteste, Bishop of Lincoln from 1235 to 1253, was not only a celebrated theologian and scientist but also a remarkably effective administrator, especially concerning the finances of his vast diocese. Managing the financial affairs of the largest diocese in England, encompassing territories from the Humber to the Thames, required a sophisticated system and a keen understanding of economic realities. Grosseteste implemented reforms aimed at improving the efficiency and accountability of his diocese’s financial office, ultimately contributing to its overall prosperity and stability.