![]() At the age of 42, she began to have visions these were captured as 36 illuminations-24 of which are recorded in this book along with her commentaries on them. She also was a composer and theologian, writing nine books on theology, medicine, science, and physiology, as well as 70 poems and an opera. Besides being the abbess of a large and influential Benedictine abbey, she was a prominent preacher, healer, scientist, and artist. Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179) was an extraordinary woman living in the Rhineland valley during most of the twelfth century. Includes commentary by Matthew Fox, author of Original Blessing (250,000 sold).Contains 24 full-color illustrations by Hildegard of Bingen.Reveals the life and teachings of one of the greatest female artists and intellectuals of the Western Mystical Tradition.An introduction to the life and work of Hildegard. ![]()
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