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Hildegard Von Bingen

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HILDEGARD DISCUSSION 2

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Born in Germany in 1098, Hildegard von Bingen emerged as one of the extraordinarily

gifted and visionary women whose devotion made it possible for future generation women to be

successful in various fields. According to Lerman (1998) from a very tender age, Hildegard

claimed to have prophetic abilities and supernatural visions which she did not manifest until later

years. Although Hildegard lacked formal education, this did not stop her from making significant

and memorable contributions to the church and the society as well. With no formal education,

Hildegard wish to have her visions and ideas published did not stop. She believed that by

publishing her ideas, she would reach and impact many people. Using secretaries, she achieved

this wish and had her ideas put down on books. Her ideas covered several areas including

philosophy, the natural world and herbal medicine (Lerman, 1998). In the church, Hildegard

emerged as a prominent leader and a symbol of authority. Here, she developed several visionary

paintings and had her secretaries help in producing illustrations. These paintings that were done

in mandala-forms were strong in providing cosmic memories. Hildegard is also known as one of

the earliest music composers in history. The music he compared differs from other types of

compositions because of her unique melodies. Finally, Lerman (1998) identifies that Hildegard

was an exceptional leader who encouraged the participation of women in leadership the growth

of women. Her contributions were effective in motivating other women to be successful in

various fields. Her publications and leadership in a system that was male-dominated motivated

other nuns to work and follow their paths with courage. Her efforts to encourage women in the

patriarchal church is evident by the kind of freedoms she granted nuns who worked under her.

Nuns, who served under her, enjoyed a high level of freedom that was not common during those

times. For instance, they were allowed to leave their long hair uncovered.

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Running head: HILDEGARD DISCUSSION 1 Hildegard Discussion Name Institution HILDEGARD DISCUSSION 2 Hildegard Discussion Born in Germany in 1098, Hildegard von Bingen emerged as one of the extraordinarily gifted and visionary women whose devotion made it possible for future generation women to be successful in various fields. According to Lerman (1998) from a very tender age, Hildegard claimed to have prophetic abilities and supernatural visions which she did not manifest until later years. Although Hildegard lacked formal education, this did not stop her from making significant and memorable contributions to the church and the society as well. With no formal education, Hildegard wish to have her visions and ideas published did not stop. She believed that by publishing her ideas, she would reach and impact many people. Using secretaries, she achieved this wish and had her ideas put d ...
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