Abbess Hildegard of Bingen
Also known as the Sybil of the Rhine, Hildegard was a German mystic and abbess. She also wrote about the lives of saints, treatises on natural history and medicine, poetry and music, the last of which enjoys popularity today.
Hildegard of Bingen - Sybil of the Rhine
This profile of Hildegard offers basic facts and dates, a brief bio, and further resources, and is part of our Who's Who in Medieval History resource.
This profile of Hildegard offers basic facts and dates, a brief bio, and further resources, and is part of our Who's Who in Medieval History resource.
Hildegard of Bingen Gallery
Hildegard of Bingen wrote down her prophetic visions, which were illuminated -- possibly by nuns at her abbey under her direction. This gallery offers a sampling of Hildegard's works as well as a few images of Hildegard herself.
Hildegard of Bingen wrote down her prophetic visions, which were illuminated -- possibly by nuns at her abbey under her direction. This gallery offers a sampling of Hildegard's works as well as a few images of Hildegard herself.
Hildegard of Bingen on CD
Musical productions of Hildegard of Bingen's compositions by Sequentia, the Anonymous 4, and other artists.
Musical productions of Hildegard of Bingen's compositions by Sequentia, the Anonymous 4, and other artists.
Hildegard of Bingen in Print
Biographies, fiction, literature for younger readers and works by Hildegard.
Biographies, fiction, literature for younger readers and works by Hildegard.
Saint Hildegard
Fairly extensive bio by Francis Mershman at the Catholic Encyclopedia.
Fairly extensive bio by Francis Mershman at the Catholic Encyclopedia.
Hildegard of Bingen
A brief lecture on Hildegard and her work by Russell McNeil at the Malaspina Great Books site.
A brief lecture on Hildegard and her work by Russell McNeil at the Malaspina Great Books site.
Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179)
Extensive resource, including a brief introductory biography, at Other Women's Voices.
Extensive resource, including a brief introductory biography, at Other Women's Voices.
Hildegard of Bingen, Visionary
Biographical sketch by James E. Kiefer.
Biographical sketch by James E. Kiefer.
Examples of Musical Notations
Samples of Hildegard's chants provided in very large graphics.
Samples of Hildegard's chants provided in very large graphics.
Hildegard of Bingen: Prophetess of her Time
A brief examination of Hildegard's visionary works, by Sister Philippa Rath OSB.
A brief examination of Hildegard's visionary works, by Sister Philippa Rath OSB.
Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179) - A discography
Extensive hyperlinked list compiled by Pierre-F. Roberge.
Extensive hyperlinked list compiled by Pierre-F. Roberge.
Hildegard of Bingen: Symphony of the Harmony of ...
Hildegard of Bingen: Symphony of the Harmony of Heaven. Background on Hildegard's music by Nancy Fierro.
Hildegard of Bingen: Symphony of the Harmony of Heaven. Background on Hildegard's music by Nancy Fierro.
Lyrics in Latin and English
Two songs translated by Rupert Chappelle are accompanied by vivid images. A text-only version is available.
Two songs translated by Rupert Chappelle are accompanied by vivid images. A text-only version is available.
Texts from the chants of Hildegard von Bingen
Latin lyrics and English translations by Norma Gentile.
Latin lyrics and English translations by Norma Gentile.
Hildegard of Bingen - Historical Sites
Clickable map of historical sites in Bingen, at Roland Horst's site.
Clickable map of historical sites in Bingen, at Roland Horst's site.
Lecture on Hildegard of Bingen
An extensive treatise on language with Hildegard as an example, by Ian Johnston, Malaspina University-College.
An extensive treatise on language with Hildegard as an example, by Ian Johnston, Malaspina University-College.
The Illuminations of Hildegard von Bingen
Several large graphics of Hildegard's artwork.
Several large graphics of Hildegard's artwork.
RE-VISIONS: Back to the habits of the medieval prophet
An introductory article by Rhonda-Lee Bugg exploring possible avenues for studies related to Hildegard.
An introductory article by Rhonda-Lee Bugg exploring possible avenues for studies related to Hildegard.
History and Guide to the town of Bingen on the Rhine
Black and white photos bring to life Hildegard's world at Roland Horst's site.
Black and white photos bring to life Hildegard's world at Roland Horst's site.
Scivias: Traces of Hildegard in Today's Bingen
A map and illustrations are preceded by a brief intro at Roland Horst's site.
A map and illustrations are preceded by a brief intro at Roland Horst's site.