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Saint Gertrude

Medieval nun whose mystical experiences are quoted.

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Also known as Saint Gertrude, Gertrude

First appearance: lectures xvi and xvii mysticism

Saint Gertrude first appears in 0016 lectures xvi and xvii mysticism.

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