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Peter Lombard
Novara, Kingdom of Italy
Archival Overview
Bishop of Paris whose 'Four Books of Sentences' served as the universal university textbook of theology for four hundred years, commented upon by Aquinas, Bonaventure, and Luther.
Biographical Record
Peter Lombard (c. 1096–1160 CE) studied under Peter Abelard and Hugh of Saint Victor before rising to become Bishop of Paris in 1159.
His Libri Quattuor Sententiarum systematically organized Christian theology under the Trinity, Creation, Incarnation, and Sacraments; for four centuries, obtaining a doctorate in theology required writing a commentary on Lombard's Sentences.
Key Life Milestones
Completion of the Four Books of Sentences
Compiled the 'Sententiae', creating the definitive framework for theological study across all European universities.
Consecration as Bishop of Paris
Elevated to Bishop of Paris, overseeing the early building plans for the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris.
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Final Resting Place
Perpetual MemorialParis, France