The soul is a breath of living spirit, that with excellent sensitivity, permeates the entire body to give it life. Just so, the breath of the air makes the earth fruitful. Thus the air is the soul of the earth, moistening it, greening it.
HILDEGARD OF BINGEN
HILDEGARD OF BINGEN
Hildegard of Bingen on body
Hildegard of Bingen54 quotes“The soul is a breath of living spirit, that with excellent sensitivity, permeates the entire body to give it life. Just so, the breath of the air makes the earth fruitful. Thus the air is the soul of the earth, moistening it, greening it.”
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Hildegard of BingenHildegard of Bingen You are encircled by the arms of the mystery of God.
Hildegard of BingenHildegard of Bingen I, the fiery life of divine wisdom, I ignite the beauty of the plains, I sparkle the water, I burn in the sun, and the moon, and the stars.
Hildegard of BingenHildegard of Bingen There is the music of Heaven in all things.
Hildegard of BingenHildegard of Bingen If one intends to make beer from oats, it is prepared with hops.
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