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Sigier of Brabant

Philosopher mentioned by Thomas Aquinas in Paradise.

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Also known as Sigier, Master Sigier

First appearance: Canto X: The Sun's Sphere of Theologians

Sigier of Brabant shows up with force in Canto X: The Sun's Sphere of Theologians. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The final spirit introduced, who lectured in the Street of Straw and syllogized invidious verities.
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DADante AlighieriSPSt. PeterRORichard of St.…SOSordelloGOGodfrey of Bou…SOSigier of Brabant

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