Hildegard of Bingen

German abbess and composer of sacred music

Hildegard of Bingen - German abbess and composer of sacred music
Born

1098
927 years ago

Died

September 17th, 1179
845 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

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A 12th-century abbess, writer, composer, and philosopher. Founded the convent of Rupertsberg near Bingen. Authored theological texts, letters, and visions, contributing significantly to medieval mysticism. Composed liturgical music, with notable pieces including 'Symphonia armoniae celestium revelationum'. Her work spanned natural history, medicine, and music, integrating spirituality and intellectual inquiry.

Founded the convent of Rupertsberg

Composed 'Symphonia armoniae celestium revelationum'

Authored 'Scivias', a theological text

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