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St. Bernard of Clairvaux

Medieval mystic and reformer whose views on love and contemplation are mentioned.

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Also known as St. Bernard, Bernard

First appearance: iv the religious foundations of worldly asceticism

St. Bernard of Clairvaux first appears in 0009 iv the religious foundations of worldly asceticism.

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