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Prophet and teacher throughout the ages Pope Benedict XVI to be remembered in perpetuity: “In fulfilment of the wish of numerous brother bishops and many Christians throughout the world, and in consultation with the Congregation for the Causes of Saints, we proclaim with assured knowledge and after mature consideration in the fullness of our Apostolic Office St. Hildegard of Bingen, nun of the Order of St. Benedict, to be a Doctor of the Universal Church. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. The teaching of the holy Benedictine nun stands as a signpost to homo viator, the human pilgrim. Her message appears extraordinarily relevant in the modern world, which is particularly receptive towards the totality of values that she propagated and lived. We think, for instance, of Hildegard’s charismatic and speculative gifts, which appear a vital spur to theological inquiry; of her reflections on the beauty of Christ’s mystery; of the dialogue of the Church and of theology with culture, science, and contemporary art; on the ideal of the consecrated life as a way to human selfrealization; of the revaluation of the liturgy as a celebration of life; of the idea of reforming the Church not as a sterile changing of structures but as an inner change of heart; and of her sensitivity to the natural world, whose laws are to be protected, not violated.” From the Apostolic Letter (Litterae Apostolicae) of October 7, 2012, proclaiming Hildegard of Bingen a Doctor of the Universal Church. 6
Prophet and teacher throughout the ages “The Choirs of Angels” – miniature from the Rupertsberg SCIVIAS codex of St. Hildegard In her third work, “Liber Divinorum Operum – Book of Divine Works”, a monumental cosmic scripture, Hildegard depicts the world as a divine artwork. The human being is seen as a microcosm reflecting in every physical and mental aspect the laws of the whole macrocosm. All things are interrelated, linked mutually and inseparably united in God. The idea of oneness and wholeness is also a key to Hildegard’s writings on nature and medicine. These are completely characterized by the idea that the salvation and curing of a sick person can only come from turning towards God, who alone brings forth good works and a measured order in life. In this respect Hildegard was not only a prophet of her time, she can give guidance and orientation to people today, too. St. Hildegard gave lasting expression to her prophetic ideas in her letters, of which 390 have been handed down. They are a testimony of fearless directness, radical truthfulness, concerned admonition, refreshing and humorous generosity, personal commitment to the poor, and far-reaching influence in church politics. Hildegard was an acknowledged authority in her time. Many asked her advice, even if it was not always pleasant. She was and remains a thorn in the flesh of the Church and the world, and a true Doctor of the Church, right up to the present day. She died on September 17, 1179 in her Rupertsberg Monastery, near Bingen. Sr. Philippa Rath OSB 7
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