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Hildegard von Bingen was born in the late 11th century into a noble family in Germany and was sent to the monastery at a tender age, where she began to develop her considerable talents. While known today mainly for her prophetic visions and liturgical music, Hildegard was a social commentator, addressing and criticizing the Catholic Church and the political structures of her time. Her bravery in venturing into realms traditionally restricted to women marked her as a revolutionary figure within her society.
Her life journey from a humble novice to a powerful abbess who could influence popes and challenge emperors remains a tale of audacity and inspiration.