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More in Who's WhoMore Albertus Magnus ResourcesBiography of Albertus MagnusEncyclopedia Article about Albertus MagnusAlbertus Magnus in Print More Resources Related to Albertus MagnusAlbertus MagnusThis profile of Albertus Magnus is part of Who's Who in Medieval History A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Albertus Magnus was also known as: Albert of Cologne, Albert of Lauingen, and Saint Albert the Great; in German, Sankt Albert der Grosse. Also known as Doctor Universalis (Latin for "Universal Doctor"). Albertus Magnus was noted for: His breadth and depth of knowledge on all subjects. He was a teacher of and major influence on Thomas Aquinas, he promoted the teachings of Aristotle at the University of Paris, and he completed a monumental compilation of all academic knowledge as it was understood in his time. Albertus Magnus is the only scholar of his era to have earned the appellation "Great" -- a title that was used during his lifetime. Occupations & Roles in Society: Places of Residence and Influence: Important Dates: Quotation from Albertus Magnus:
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