Hildegard von Bingen was a remarkable woman. She was born in Germany, a 10th child to a noble family. As was customary with the tenth child, she was dedicated at birth to the church, a common practice in those days.
Where can I find scores for Hildegard von Bingen’s music?
Find scores for Hildegard von Bingen at Sheet Music Plus. Hildegard von Bingen collected her visions into three books: the first and most important Scivias (“Know the Way”) completed in 1151, Liber vitae meritorum (“Book of Life’s Merits”) and De operatione Dei (“Of God’s Activities”) also known as Liber divinorum operum (“Book of Divine Works”).
When is the feast day of Hildegard of Bingen?
Her liturgical feast is celebrated on September 17. Pope Benedict spoke about Hildegard of Bingen during two of his general audiences in September 2010. He praised the humility with which she received God’s gifts, and the obedience she gave Church authorities.
Why did Hildegard of Bingen want to move to Rupertsberg?
Abbot Kuno of Disibodenberg asked Hildegard to be Prioress, which would be under his authority. Hildegard, however, wanted more independence for herself and her nuns and asked Abbot Kuno to allow them to move to Rupertsberg. This was to be a move towards poverty, from a stone complex that was well established to a temporary dwelling place.
