hildegarde
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:Hildegard's visions led her to write extensive theological and medical works.
Definition:Refers to the mystical visions experienced by Hildegard of Bingen.
Example:She became the leader of a monastery and used her position to promote her teachings.
Definition:Refers to Hildegard's role as an abbotess, leading a Benedictine convent in the Rhineland.
Example:Hildegard composed over 70 monophonic songs and instrumental works.
Definition:Refers to her contributions to the world of music, creating hymns and liturgical compositions.
Example:Her texts are a rich source of medieval knowledge and spirituality.
Definition:Refers to her written works, including texts on theology, natural sciences, and music.
Example:She was respected as a healer who used natural remedies and advised on spiritual matters.
Definition:Refers to her reputation and practice as a healer, combining religious beliefs with medical practices.
Example:She cultivated a garden for healing herbs and plants, integrating them into her medical treatments.
Definition:Refers to the medicinal and herb gardens in her abbey, which she supervised and which were part of her medical practice.
Example:As a scholar, she was one of the few women of her time to be recognized for her intellect and expertise.
Definition:Refers to her status as a learned woman who contributed to various fields, including theology, science, and music.
Example:Her oratory was instrumental in shaping the liturgical life of the convent.
Definition:Refers to her contribution to the liturgical life of the monastery through her spoken sermons and teachings.
Example:Her visionary experiences provided the basis for many of her writings and artworks.
Definition:Refers to her rare gift for experiencing and sharing divine visions, which guided her in her work and writing.
Example:Her legacy includes being a significant figure in the development of monastic life and mysticism.
Definition:Refers to the cultural, spiritual, and educational influence she had, which continues to be recognized today.
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