St. Bernard of Clairvaux: Quick Facts


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Also Known As Bernard of Clairvaux
Born 1090 • Burgundy
Died August 20, 1153 (aged 63) • Clairvaux • France
Notable Works “Sermons on the Canticle of Canticles”
Subjects Of Study Mary • Song of Solomon • mysticism

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