Hildegard of Bingen
Medieval Germany Christian Mysticism
Biography
German Benedictine abbess, writer, composer, philosopher, mystic, and visionary. One of the most learned women of her age.
Life Dates
Born: September 16, 1098
Died: September 17, 1179
Notable Quotes
"There is the music of Heaven in all things."
"Glance at the sun. See the moon and the stars. Gaze at the beauty of earth's greenings."
"The soul is kissed by God in its innermost regions."
"Dare to declare who you are. It is not far from the shores of silence to the boundaries of speech."
"Holy persons draw to themselves all that is earthly."