Liber de Scriptoribus Ecclesiasticis

To the learned and excellent man Master Johannes de Amerbach, Parisian master in the liberal arts, Brother Johannes de Lapide, monk of the Carthusian order, humble and unworthy professor of sacred letters and of the same study, wishes abundant greeting in the Lord.

Recently, most beloved brother in the Lord, you showed me a certain book, composed by the reverend and most learned father, Master Johannes de Trittenheim, abbot in Spanheim, entitled On Ecclesiastical Writers, asking that I look it over by reading it; if I should judge it worthy of your printing, by which, multiplied, it could come into the knowledge and use of very many, you promised that you would take pains for the matter to be completed more quickly. Wishing to accommodate your affection, to which it is not right for me to deny anything, and taking it into my hands with a willing and ready spirit, I read it, although I suspected that you had already decided what you were going to do. When it had been carefully inspected and examined, I found that no work more opportune for these times of ours could have come into my hands, nor anything more acceptable to all men of letters.

For many splendid volumes are found, whose titles or authors, since they are either unknown or uncertain, come to be reckoned among apocrypha; and from this they fall utterly into neglect and contempt, as no one who thinks rightly is ignorant. Furthermore, especially now among readers, very many printed books are found which we know have been unjustly taken away from their own authors and falsely ascribed to others. Whether this has been done through the ignorance of copyists, or from hatred or favor, or for the sake of some advantage, it is not for me to judge. Yet the result is that wrong is done to the former, the latter are vainly praised for the studies of others, and it offers readers various occasions for error. [The source scan here carries a second, degraded OCR capture of the foregoing sentences on misattributed printed books; not re-rendered. See ERRATA, 2026-07-10.]

I [unclear] concerning honorable matters, whether they are dead or are still living, so far as it could be done, he gathered into one volume, assigning to each his several works. But since an office of this kind is very difficult and of immense labor, and requires an industrious man, a knower of deeds done, untiring in readings and in the turning over of books, no one has been found up to this present time who presumed to attempt it, except that virtue mentioned before, breathed upon and raised up by the divine Spirit, who dared to undertake it with his little study, in a singularly admirable manner and order, with true narration and elegant speech; he began it and happily completed it. To him, indeed, the whole company of learned men past, present, and future will by no means be able to render fitting and due thanks.

You have, therefore, excellent man, what I think of the book offered to me, and how highly I esteem it. For this reason, not only by my counsel but by my exhortation and request, may you wish to take care that, as soon as it can be done, you submit it to your press and complete it. For thus you will make all cultivators of the good arts, together with the compiler, indebted to you with everlasting praise and remembrance. Moreover, you will receive a fitting reward from the rewarder of all who labor for his glory, the Most High God. Farewell, most beloved brother. From the Carthusian house of Basel, the fifth day before the Kalends of September, in the year of the Lord 1493.

Notice of Writers

Notice of the writers commemorated in this work, with the addition of a number showing the order and place of each one of them.

Acacius, bishop. Fol. 13 Accursius, II. 64 Adam, abbot. 52 Adam Wernherus. 139 Adamantius Origen. 6 Adamanus, abbot. 39 Adelmus, bishop. 39 Adelboldus, bishop. 49 Adelmannus, bishop. 49 Adelphus, abbot. 58 Aelred, abbot. 62 Adrian I, pope. 41 Adrevaldus, monk. 46 Alanus de Insulis. 77 Alanus de Rupe. 123 Albertus, abbot. 48 Albertus, monk. 50 Albertus, patriarch. 61 Albertus Galioti, II. 65 Albertus Magnus. 68 Albertus of Padua. 77 Albertus of Brescia. 86 Albericus de Rosciate, II. 87 Albertus de Eyb. 120 Albertus de Prusa. 138 Alexander, bishop. 8 Alexander III, pope. 60 Alexander of Hales. 67 Alexander Dolensis. 67 Alexander of Alexandria. 78 Alexander V, pope. 100 Alexander of Imola. 122 Alcuinus, or Albinus. 41 Abbo, abbot of Fleury. 48 Algerus, monk. 50 Almannus, monk. 45 Alphanus, archbishop. 50 Alpharus Minor. 83 Alphonsus, king. 70 Alphonsus, bishop. 88 Ammonius of Alexandria. 7 Ammonius, monk. 48 Ambrosius, deacon. 7 Ambrosius, bishop. 15 Ambrosius, priest. 16 Ambrosius Ansbertus. 46 Ambrosius, abbot. 109 Ambrosius Coriolanus. 120 Amphilochius, bishop. 16 Anatolius, bishop. 9 Anastasius, pope. 33 Anastasius Romanus. 44 Andreas, monk. 113 Annaeus Seneca, philosopher. 2 Audoenus, bishop. 39 Angelus of Perugia, II. 102 Angelus de Saxonia. 123 Angelus de Clavasio. 129 Angelus Politianus. 132 Angelomus, monk. 43 Archelaus, bishop. 9 Arator, subdeacon. 35 Aribo, archbishop of Mainz. 48 Ansbertus, monk. 46 Anselmus, monk. 50 Anselmus, bishop of Lucca. 52 Anselmus of Canterbury. 53 Anselmus of Laon. 55 Antonius, abbot. 11 Antonius of Padua. 64 Antonius de Butrio. 103 Antonius Januelis. 105 Antonius of Parma. 105 Antonius Gaynerus. 112 Antonius Roselus. 121 Antoninus, archbishop. 113 Antiochus, bishop. 17 Ansegisus, abbot. 44 Apollinaris of Hierapolis. 4 Apollinaris of Laodicea. 13 Apollonius, doctor. 5 Apollonius Romanus. 6 Aprigius, bishop of Pax Julia. 35 Aquinas, preacher. 138 Aristides, philosopher. 4 Arlotus Minor. 74 Arnobius, priest. 10 Arnoldus, abbot. 58 Arnoldus Bostius, Carmelite. 135 Asclepius, bishop. 29 Astenanus Minor. 85 Athanasius, bishop. 12 Atticus, bishop. 24 Audentius, bishop. 19 Augustinus, bishop. 21 Augustinus of Ancona. 85

Notice of Writers

Augustine of Rome. 101 Avitus, bishop. 33 Aurelius Prudentius. 16 Aurelianus, cleric. 47 Aulonius, bishop. 21 Aco of Bologna. 63 Achomius, abbot. 16 Bagorotus. 63 Baldus. 102 Baptista of Ferrara. 128 Baptista of San Blasio. 130 Baptista Guarinus. 132 Baptista Mantuanus. 132 Baptista de Salis. 135 Bartholomaeus of Brescia. 65 Bartholomaeus de Ola. 85 Bartholomaeus of Pisa. 85 Bartholomaeus the Englishman. 91 Bartholomaeus Salicetus. 98 Bartholomaeus of Urbino. 100 Bartholomaeus the Carthusian. 113 Bartholomaeus Cepolla. 122 Bartholomaeus Platina. 124 Bartholomaeus of Cologne. 138 Bartolus. 91 Basil, bishop. 14 Bede, monk. 39 Bellator, priest. 44 Benedict, abbot of Monte Cassino. 33 Benedict, Breton abbot. 39 Benedict Stendel. 120 Benedict Capra. 127 Berillus, bishop. 7 Berengarius, bishop. 75 Berno, abbot of Reichenau. 48 Bernold, priest. 51 Bernard of Cluny. 52 Bernard of Corbie. 52 Bernard, abbot. 54 Bernard Dorna. 64 Bernard of Compostela. 65 Bernard of Parma. 86 Bernard of Monte Cassino. 87 Bernard Justinian. 121 Bernardino, Minorite. 112 Bertram, priest. 44 Bertramus, bishop. 94 Bertrand, cardinal. 79 Berthorius, abbot. 50 Bessarion, cardinal. 118 Blasius Andernarius. 98 Blondus, historiographer. 133 Boethius, consul. 34 Bonaventure, cardinal, called the Seraphic. 73 Bonaventure of Padua. 82 Bonaguida of Arezzo. 64 Boniface I, pope. 28 Boniface of Mainz. 40 Boniface VII, pope. 75 Boniface of Ferrara. 107 Bonominus, physician. 90 Bohuslaus of Hassenstein. 138 Bruno of Würzburg. 49 Bruno, monk and archbishop. 51 Burckard, bishop. 48 Campanus, astronomer. 50 Cajetan, philosopher. 109 Callistus, pope. 54 Carolus Fernandus. 136 Cassiodorus, monk. 35 Celestine I, pope. 26 Cerealis, bishop. 31 Ceolfrid, abbot. 39 Caesarius, bishop. 38 Caesarius, monk. 63 Christian, monk. 45 Christian, chancellor. 60 Christophorus Persona. 127 Christophorus Landinus. 130 Crisolanus, archbishop. 60 Cinus of Pistoia. 84 Cyprian, bishop and martyr. 8 Cyril of Alexandria. 26 Cyril the Carmelite. 61 Cyrus, monk. 30 Clement I, pope. 2 Clement of Alexandria. 5 Clement V, pope. 82 Clement VI, pope. 89 Claudius, bishop. 31 Claudius, monk. 42 Columbanus, abbot. 37 Constantine, monk. 46 Conrad of Hirsau. 58 Conrad of Halberstadt. 74 Conrad of Alzey. 94 Conrad, canon. 95 Conrad of Zabern. 123 Conrad, abbot. 124 Conrad Leontorius. 134 Conrad Celtis. 134 Cornelius, pope. 8

Of Those Included in This Work

Pope Damasus. 13 David the Minor. 66 Dante the poet. 79 Didymus of Alexandria. 13 Dinus Mugelanus, [unclear]. 75 Dinus de Garbo, physician. 78 Dionysius the Areopagite. 2 Dionysius of Corinth. 5 Dionysius of Alexandria. 8 Dionysius, abbot. 35 Dionysius of Borgo. 102 Dionysius the Carthusian. 116 Dominicus de Sancto Geminiano. 108 Dominicus, bishop. 124 Dominicus Bolanus. 128 Dominicus Mancinus. 139 Dominicus Calderinus. 121 Druthmarus, monk. 45 Dudechinus, priest. 59 Durandus, bishop. 83 Eckebertus, cleric. 50 Eckebertus, abbot. 60 Eckardus, abbot. 57 Ephrem, monk. 14 Hegesippus, historiographer. 4 Egelnotus, bishop. 49 Egidius, monk. 39 Egidius de Fuscarijs. 63 Egidius of Rome. 72 Egidius of Cambrai. 137 Einardus, chancellor. 42 Eyelwoffus de Lapide. 136 Emondus, monk. 56 Aeneas Silvius, pope. 115 Engelbertus, abbot. 58 Engelhardus Funck. 135 Epiphanius, bishop. 16 Erhardus, monk. 51 Ericus, monk. 46 Hesychius, priest. 14 Evagrius, monk. 15 Eucherius, bishop. 28 Eudoxia, woman. 28 Eugenius, bishop. 32 Evodius, bishop in Africa. 26 Evodius, bishop of Ticinum. 34 Eugippius, abbot. 33 Eusebius of Caesarea. 11 Eusebius of Emesa. 12 Eusebius, monk. 25 Eusebius of Milan. 29 Eustachius, bishop. 12 Eustachius, cardinal. 67 Eutrandus, deacon. 47 Eutropius, monk. 14 Eutropius, bishop. 37 Astidius, bishop. 26 Faustinus, priest. 17 Faustus, bishop. 31 Faustus, monk. 34 Facundus, bishop. 35 Felix Minucius. 7 Felix, the third pope. 32 Ferrandus, deacon. 33 Firmianus Lactantius. 10 Flavianus, bishop. 29 Flavaldus, monk. 48 Florianus of Bologna. 111 Fortunatus, bishop. 36 Franco, scholasticus. 52 Franco, abbot. 56 Franciscus, Minorite. 63 Franciscus Accursius. 77 Franciscus Maronis. 82 Franciscus Petrarcha. 89 Franciscus Martini. 93 Franciscus de Plataea. 100 Franciscus Baconis. 100 Franciscus Zabarella. 104 Franciscus Barbarus. 108 Franciscus Philelfus. 123 Franciscus Diedus. 125 Franciscus Niger. 128 Franciscus Mataracius. 139 Freculphus, bishop. 42 Fulgentius, bishop. 32 Fulpertus, bishop. 41 Gabriel Spoleti. 103 Gabriel Biel. 130 Gallus, abbot. 93 Galterus of Poitiers. 67 Galterus Disse, Carmelite. 96 Ganfredus of Auxerre. 58 Ganfredus de Trano. 73 Garsias, jurist. 75 Gasparinus, grammarian. 105 Gelasius, the first pope. 32 Gennadius, bishop. 31 Gennadius, priest. 32 Gentilis, physician. 79

Index of Writers

Gerard the monk. 72 | William the monk. 77 | Gerard of Liège. 76 | William of Como, [book?] II. 78 | Gerard of Bologna. 80 | William of Montlau[?]. 79 | Gerard Odonis. 80 | William Ockham. 82 | Gerard of Siena. 88 | William of Kayotho[?]. 86 | Gerard of Savona. 88 | William the Englishman. 93 | Gerard the Great. 93 | William of Oppenbach. 97 | Gerard of Zutphen. 96 | William Forleon[?]. 119 | Gerard the Carthusian. 112 | William of Aachen. 129 | Gerard of Elten. 122 | Guimundus, archbishop. 50 | George Burbach. 121 | Guarino of Verona. 114 | George of Nuenburg. 124 | Gunther the monk. 53 | George, provost of Ypres. 131 | [unclear] Ambaldus the Roman. 73 | George Valla. 81 | [unclear] Hamularius, bishop. 43 | Gilbert of Poitiers. 56 | [unclear] Hamulus, bishop. 44 | Gilbert the monk. 62 | Haymo, bishop of Halberstadt. 42 | Giselbert, abbot. 53 | Haymo of the Order of Minors. 71 | Godescalcus Meschede. 120 | Haryngbus[?] Phryso, [book?] II. 133 | Godfrey of Viterbo. 60 | Hartmann Schedel. 139 | Godelbert, priest. 33 | Henry of Ostia. 67 | Gratian the monk. 57 | Henry of Ghent. 73 | Gregory of Neocaesarea. 8 | Henry the monk. 78 | Gregory of Emesa. 14 | Henry of Urimaria[?]. 85 | Gregory Nazianzen. 14 | Henry of Erfurt. 90 | Pope Gregory I. 36 | Henry Dolendorp. 93 | Gregory of Tours. 37 | Henry Kalkar. 94 | Pope Gregory II. 40 | Henry Boyck of León[?]. 95 | Pope Gregory III. 41 | Henry of Bassia[?]. 97 | Gregory of Rimini. 89 | Henry of Hesse, Carthusian. 106 | Gregory Trapezuntius. 111 | Henry of Oyta. 97 | Gueric, abbot. 85 | Henry of Andernach. 97 | Guido of Arezzo, abbot. 49 | Henry of Coesfeld. 101 | Guido de Suzaria, [book?] II. 65 | Henry of Bachenburg. 101 | Guido, archdeacon. 73 | Henry Gulpe, abbot. 109 | Guido of Ferrara. 79 | Henry of Gauda. 110 | Guido, bishop, Carmelite. 81 | Henry of Werl. 113 | Guido of Monte Rocherii. 84 | Henry the Wise. 125 | Guigo, prior of the Charterhouse. 57 | [unclear] Henry Gorinchem. 115 | William of Hirsau. 53 | [unclear] Henry of Herp. 116 | William of Paris. 71 | [unclear] Henry of Piro, [book?] II. 121 | William Duranti. 72 | [unclear] Henry Euticus[?]. 135 | William of Lyons. 72 | Heymeric de Campo. 111 | William the monk. 64 | Helinand the monk. 62 | William of Piacenza. 71 | Elias Regnier, jurist. 137 | William of Paris. 71 | Heliodorus, priest. 20 | William of Samuco[?]. 72 | Elizabeth, nun. 61 | William Perault. 75 | Helperic the monk. 50 | William Mandagoti. 75 | Heraclides the monk. 16 |

Of Those Included in This Work

Heriger, abbot. 48 Herrand, bishop. 54 Herenus of Boyo, Carmelite. 83 Hermann the Contract. 49 Hermann of Schildis. 86 Hermann Petra. 106 Hermann, monk. 112 Hermolaus Barbarus. 127 Saint Jerome. 17 Hieronymus Donatus. 136 Hieronymus of Padua. 138 Hieronymus Balbus. 137 Hilary, bishop of Poitiers. 15 Hilary, bishop of Arles. 28 Hilary, pope. 29 Hildebert, bishop. 52 Ildefonsus, bishop. 10 Hildegard, nun. 61 Hildouin, abbot. 43 Hildouin, bishop. 47 Hincmar, archbishop. 43 Hippolytus, bishop. 7 Irenaeus, bishop and martyr. 5 Honorius, priest. 54 Hormisdas, pope. 34 Hucbald, monk. 45 Hugh of Saint Victor. 55 Hugh of Corbie. 57 Hugh Eterianus. 60 Hugolinus, patriarch. 74 Hubert of Bobbio, II. 64 Hubert of Bonocursus. 64 Hubert Leonard, Carmelite. 130 Ubertino of Casale. 77 Hubertinus Crescentinas. 129 Hubert, monk. 50 Hubert, preacher. 66 James of Nisibis. 11 James of Vitry. 64 James Baldeuini. 66 James of Belviso. 72 James of Voragine. 74 James of Arena, I. 76 James of Ravenna, I. 77 James of Viterbo. 78 James of Altavilla. 91 James of Lausanne. 94 James of Theramo. 97 James Magni. 98 James of Thessalonica. 99 James of Forli. 109 James Iunterbuck. 115 James, Carthusian of Liege. 119 James [Cenus?], bishop. 119 James of Stralen. 128 James of Pergamo. 130 James Wimpfeling. 134 James Sprenger. 139 Jason of Milan. 129 Idacius, bishop. 27 Ignatius, bishop. Innocent, the first pope. 25 Innocent, the third pope. 61 Innocent, the fourth pope. 65 Innocent, the fifth pope. 70 Joachim, abbot. 59 John Climacus. 10 John Damascene. 16 John Chrysostom. 19 John Cassian. 20 John of Jerusalem. 25 John, priest of Antioch. 31 John of Constantinople. 37 John of Gerona. 37 John, monk of Damascus. 41 John Scotus, monk. 42 John Eriugena. 44 John, deacon. 45 John of Chartres. 59 John Horit. 60 John Beleth. 62 John Bosianus. 63 John of Abbeville. 64 John of Blanosco. 65 John the Teuton. 65 John of Deo. 65 John of Rupella. 67 John Esculanus. 70 John Galen. 71 John of Parma. 73 John Christopori. 73 John of Paris. 74 John Duns, Scot by nation. 76 John of San Gimignano. 76 John de Columna. 80 John the canon. 83 John of Alerio. 83 John of Regno. 83 John Andreas. 84

Index of Writers

84 John of Blomendal. 84 John of Ligneriis. 84 John of Saxony. 84 John Caldrini. 85 John Estuidi, astronomer. 87 John Saxo the Younger. 88 John of Rupescissa. 88 John Bachonis. 88 John Eligerus. 88 John de Beka. 89 John Walfgram. 90 John of Saxo. 90 John Bramart. 90 John of Erfurt. 90 John Taceßphale. 90 John of [unclear]. 91 John of Tambach. 92 John Balistarius. 92 John Hocactus. 92 John of Hildesheim. 92 John Marronis. 92 John Golein. 92 John Fust, Carmelite. 93 John Castellensis. 95 John Ruysbroeck. 95 John Schodehouen. 95 John of [unclear]. 96 John Grossi, Carmelite. 96 John of Bromyard. 97 John Gluel, Carmelite. 97 John, abbot of St Bavo. 98 John of Werdena. 98 John the Englishman, Carmelite. 98 John Duren, Minorite. 99 John of Lignano. 99 John Capreolus. 100 John of Aurbach. 102 John Dominici, cardinal. 103 John, bishop of Lombaria. 103 John Zacharias. 103 John of Barcelona. 104 John of Teneramunda. 104 John of Imola. 105 John Tortellius. 106 John Gerson. 106 John Plaeth. 108 John of Frankfurt. 108 John of Marliano. 109 John Gritsch. 110 John Nider. 110 John Noblet. 111 John of Ragusa. 112 John Schothouen. 112 John Gauwer. 112 John Ernesti. 112 John Capistranus. 112 John Rode, abbot. 112 John Bertachinus. 112 John Kanneman. 112 John of Torquemada. 112 John of Mechelen. 112 John Hagen, Carthusian. 112 John Nivicellensis. 112 John Tinctoris. 112 John Beetz, Carmelite. 122 John of Regiomonte. 122 John Foereth. 122 John of Lutrea. 122 John of Widenberg. 122 John Cosobrinus. 122 John, bishop of Aleria. 122 John Campeius. 122 John the Venetian, Carthusian. 131 John of Arundine. 131 John Pbernardus. 131 John Bertram. 132 John of Lapide, Carthusian. 129 John Keisersberg. 133 John Langer. 134 John Phernandus. 135 John Thurotz. 136 John Tholophus. 137 John Pico, count of Mirandola. 138 John Capnion, otherwise Reuchlin. 139 John Duseldorp. 139 John Spanhemensis. 139 Jonas, monk. 38 Jordanus, bishop of the Goths. 34 Jordanus of the Order of Preachers. 64 Jordanus the Augustinian. 101 Josephus the Jew. 3 Isaac the Syrian, abbot. 27 Isidore, the elder bishop. 24 Isuardus, monk. 41 Luo, bishop of Chartres. 52 Ludocus of Calwe. 126 Ludocus Badius. 130 Ludocus Beysselius. 137

Persons included in this work

Julius Africanus. 8 Julianus Campanus. 25 Julian of Toledo. 30 Junilius, bishop. 28 Juvencus, priest. 12 [Junianus?] [unclear]. 127 Justin, philosopher and martyr. 4 Justinian, emperor. 34 Justinian, bishop. 35 Justus, bishop. 35 Lactantius Firmianus. 10 Lanfranc, bishop. 51 Lanfranc of Oriano. 115 Lambertinus, doctor of laws. 78 Lapus, abbot. 85 Laurence Justinian. 101 Lorenzo Valla. 105 Laurentius Calcanieus. 123 Laurentius Burellus. 130 Laurentius Bonincontrius. 133 Leander, bishop of Seville. 36 Pope Leo I. 29 Pope Leo II. 39 Pope Leo III. 42 Pope Leo IX. 50 Leo Tuscus, notary. 60 Leontius, bishop. 38 Leonardus of Chifano. 92 Leonardo Aretino. 105 Leonardus of Udine. 113 Leporius, monk. 27 Licinianus, bishop. 37 Pope Linus. 3 Lucian, priest of Jerusalem. 20 Lucian, priest of Antioch. 19 Lucius Annaeus Seneca. 2 Lucas, abbot. 56 Lucas of Padua, Minorite. 74 Ludolph, Carthusian. 86 Ludovicus of Rome. 110 Ludovicus Donatus, bishop. 124 Ludovicus Brunus. 139 Lupus Servatus, priest. 44 Lupus of Oliveto. 107 Lupold of Bebenburg. 85 Zacharias, abbot. 17 Marcellus. 3 Macrobius, priest. 20 Malchion, priest. 9 Maphaeus Vegius. 108 Marcus, poet. 36 Marbod, bishop. 51 Marianus Scotus. 51 Marius Philelfus. 124 Marcus Antonius Sabellicus. 130 Marsilius of Heidelberg. 95 Marsilio Ficino. 128 Martinus of Fano. 37 Martin, preacher. 77 Martin, preacher. 80 Matthew of Aquasparta. 15 Matthaeus Silvaticus. 83 Matthew of Krakow. 93 Matteo Palmieri. 112 Mauricius, bishop. 62 Maximus of Constantinople. 15 Maximus of Turin. 25 Maximus of Zaragoza. 38 Melito, bishop. 4 Melchiades, doctor. 5 Methodius, bishop. 11 Michael of Cesena. 79 Michael of Massa. 89 Michael of Bologna. 95 Michael Herbrant. 100 Michael of Milan. 125 Milo, monk. 45 Minucius Felix. 7 Modestus, doctor. 5 Monaldus, Minorite. 84 Musaeus, priest. 30 Nicasius, blind doctor. 126 Nicasius, blind bishop. 24 Pope Nicholas I. 45 Nicholas of Bibra. 74 Nicholas the French Carmelite. 75 Pope Nicholas IV. 75 Nicholas of Naples, doctor of laws. 77 Nicholas of Lyra. 80 Nicholas of Modena, doctor of laws. 85 Nicholas Dorbin, Carmelite. 90 Nicholas Ritzonis. 94 Nicholas Gorran. 96 Nicholas of Florence. 98 Nicholas, monk. 100 Nicholas de Clamanges. 103 Nicholas Dinkelsbühl. 104 Nicholas of Susato. 110. Nicholas Siculus. 110 Nicholas Lackman. 111 Nicholas of Cusa, cardinal. 114 Nicholas Dorbellus. 116

Index of Writers I

Nicolaus Donis. 121 Nicolaus Perottus, bishop. 121 Nicolaus de Wachenberg. 125 Nicolaus de Crutzenach. 126 Novatianus, priest. 9 Notgerus, bishop. 45 Dericus, Friar Minor. 82

O

Odilo, abbot. 49 Odo, bishop of Cambrai. 56 Odofredus of Benevento. 65 Oldradus, jurist. 84 Omnbonus of Leonica. 106 Optatus, bishop. 13 Origen, priest. 6 Oriesiesis, monk. 20 Orosius, priest. 25 Osius, bishop. 26 Osbertus, monk. 49 Osbertus, Carmelite. 87 Otfridus, monk. 46 Otto of Freising, bishop. 71 Alladius, bishop. 26

P

Pamphilus, priest. Papias the Lombard. 62 Pascasinus, bishop. 29 Pascasius, deacon. 33 Pascasius, abbot. 46 Paterius Romanus. 37 Paulinus, priest of Nola. 24 Paulus Orosius, priest. 25 Paulus Pannonius. 27 Paulus, monk. 41 Paulus de Lyazariis. 85 Paulus de Perulio, bishop. 86 Paulus Venetus. 99 Paulus of Burgos, bishop. 108 Paulus de Castro, jurist. 109 Paulus Niauis. 138 Paulus Perusinus, jurist. 90 Panormitanus. 110 Peregrinus Conradus, monk. 58 Petronius, bishop. 16 Petrus, bishop of Ravenna. 29 Petrus Edissenus. 30 Petrus Damiani, bishop. 51 Petrus Alphonsus. 53 Petrus Lombardus. 57 Petrus Comestor. 58 Petrus Abelardus. 58 Petrus de Riga. 59 Petrus Blesensis. 60 Petrus, abbot of Cluny. 62 Petrus, cantor of Paris. 62 Petrus, bishop of Sens. 63 Petrus de Vineis. 64 Petrus Gallus, preacher. 70 Petrus de Tharantasia. 70 Petrus Hispanus, bishop. 71 Petrus de Bella [parthica?]. 76 Petrus de Dacia. 76 Petrus de Saxonia. 79 Petrus Aureoli. 79 Petrus de Apono. 81 Petrus Rimi, Carmelite. 82 Petrus de Palude. 84 Petrus de Casa. 86 Petrus Raymundi. 87 Petrus Thomas. 91 Petrus Boherii, abbot. 91 Petrus Berthorii, monk. 100 Petrus de Candia. 100 Petrus de Spira. 100 Petrus, bishop of Novae Civitatis. 101 Petrus de Ancharano. 102 Petrus, bishop of Cambrai. 102 Petrus Maurocenus. 104 Petrus of Melk, monk. 104 Petrus Paulus Vergerius. 108 Petrus de Colle. 116 Petrus Brutus, bishop. 126 Petrus Bonomus. 134 Pierius, priest. 9 Pileus of Modena. 65 Pius, pope, the second. 115 Philippus, bishop. 5 Philippus, priest. 27 Philippus Parisiensis. 68 Philippus de Pergamo. 89 Philippus Riboti. 94 Philippus, bishop of Pace. 96 Philippus, Friar Minor. 96 Philippus, abbot. 98 Philippus Callimachus. 137 Philastrius, bishop. 15 Phileas, bishop. 10 Philo the Jew. 3 Placentinus, jurist. 63 Platina Romanus. 124

Placed in This Work

Pogius Florentinus. 105 Pontius, priest. 8 Possidonius, bishop. 25 Primasius, bishop. 28 Priscianus, grammarian. 36 Proba, woman. 28 Prosper, bishop. 29 Proterius, bishop. 28 Prudentius, priest. 16 Quadratus, doctor. 4 Rabanus, archbishop. 43 Radulphus, monk. 47 Raymundus, preacher. 65 Raymundus Sebeide. 108 Raphael Fulgosus, jurist. 104 Raphael Cumanus, jurist. 104 Raphael Regius. 133 Ratbodus, bishop. 46 Ratherius, bishop. 47 Regino, abbot of Prum. 47 Reinherus Pisanus. 76 Reinherus Forliviensis, jurist. 87 Reinandus Fronthouen. 100 Remigius, monk. 45 Rethicius, bishop. 11 Richardus of Saint Victor. 57 Richardus of Cluny. 58 Richardus Remensis. 72 Richardus de Mediavilla. 74 Richardus Maydescon. 94 Richardus Lavinham. 98 Rhodon Asianus, doctor. 5 Rogerius, monk. 50 Rofredus of Benevento. 63 Rodericus, bishop. 120 Rolandinus, jurist. 65 Rosuida, nun. 59 Rufinus, monk. 19 Ruggardus, bishop. 42 Rudolphus, abbot. 56 Rudolphus de Buxella. 109 Rudolphus Agricola. 125 Rudolphus Langius. 136 Rupertus, king of France. 48 Rupertus Cassinensis. 49 Rupertus Tuiciensis. 55 Rupertus Lympurgensis. 56 Rupertus Remensis. 59 Rupertus Linconiensis. 59 Rupertus de Rusia. 71 Ruptus of the Order of Preachers. 83 Rupertus Gallus, Carmelite. 88 Rupertus Holkoth. 90 Rupertus de Licio. 128 Rupertus Gaguinus. 132 Rutgerus Venray. 137 Abatius, bishop. 30 Samuel, priest. 31 Sanctes, physician. 110 Sebastianus Ticio, alias Brant, jurist. 134 Sebastianus Murrho. 136 Sedulius, priest. 27 Seneca Cordubensis. 2 Serapion of Antioch. 6 Serapion Thomuseus. 12 Sertorius, Friar Minor. 87 Severianus, bishop. 20 Severus Sulpitius, priest. 11 Severus, bishop. 37 Servusdei, bishop. 31 Siobertus de Beka. 82 Sifridus, bishop. 120 Sigebertus, monk. 54 Simplicianus, bishop. 94 Simplicius, pope. 31 Symmachus, pope. 33 Symmachus, patrician. 33 Simon Tornacensis. 69 Simon, monk. 76 Simon de Cremona. 87 Simon de Cassia. 87 Simon de Spira. 87 Siricius, pope. 26 Sidonius, bishop. 31 Smaragdus, abbot. 47 Sixtus, pope, the fourth. 125 Socrates, historiographer. 26 Stephanus Leodiensis. 47 Stephanus Halberstatensis. 54 Stephanus Anglicus. 63 Stephanus de Provincia. 83 Stephanus, Carmelite. 94 Stephanus Hoest. 120 Stephanus Gaieta. 124 Strabus, monk. 44

List of Writers Tatian. Thaddaeus the physician, 73. Theodotion, 5. Theodore, bishop, 12. Theodore, priest, 20. Theodore, monk, 20. Theodore Gaza, 122. Theodore of Ancyra, 26. Theodore of Canterbury, 39. [Theodoret?], bishop of [Cyrrhus?], 26. Theoderic, monk, 52. Theoderic of St. Trudo, 53. Theoderic, abbot, 62. Theoderic of Herxen, 124. Theoderic the Younger, 138. Theoderic Ulsenius, 139. Theodolus, priest, 32. Theodulf, bishop, 42. Theophilus of Antioch, 4. Theophilus of Alexandria, 17. Tertullian, priest, 6. Tyconius the African, 16. Thilmannus of Aachen, 91. Thilmannus Hachenberg, 99. Thilmannus, provost, 126. Titus, bishop of Bostra, 13. Thomas Aquinas, 69. Thomas of Brabant, 70. Thomas de Garbo, 88. Thomas of Strasbourg, 90. Thomas Lombe, Carmelite, 94. Thomas of Wales, 98. Thomas of Haselbach, 99. Thomas a Kempis, 100. Thomas Walden, 109. Thomasinus, preacher, 99. Tryphon, 7. Tripilius, 12. Trusianus the physician, 79. Turpin, archbishop, 44. [Udalricus?] of Strasbourg, 71. Verus, bishop. Victor of Cartenna, 30. Victor, bishop of Capua, 31. Victor, bishop of [Tunnuna?], 36. Victorinus, bishop of Poitiers, 9. Victorinus the African, 13. Victorinus of Marseille, 27. Victorianus, bishop, 30. Vigilius, deacon, 26. Vincent of Lerins, 27. Vincentius Gallus, priest, 102. Vincent of Beauvais, 66. Vincentius Gruner, 102. Vincent Ferrer, 107. Vitellius the African, 20. Ursinus, monk, 30. [Walafridus?], 40. Wandelbertus, 45. Windichinus, monk, 47. Wenericus, also called Fortanerius, 52. Wernerus, also called Hirnerius, 62. Wernerus the Carthusian, 135. Willibald, bishop, 41. Wilbert, bishop, 56. Willeram, abbot, 52. Zacharias, pope, 41. Sozomen, the Greek, 26. Zosimus, pope, 28. End.

Book on Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 1

The letter of the most eloquent man and reverend father in Christ, lord Johannes of Trittenheim, abbot of Sponheim, to the most reverend father in Christ, lord Johannes von Dalberg, Bishop of Worms.

To the most reverend father and lord in Christ, lord Johannes von Dalberg, by divine providence Bishop of Worms: Brother Johannes, called abbot in Sponheim, of the Order of Saint Benedict, [offers] the little that he is.

The ancients were formerly accustomed, most reverend father, if they had forged any new work, to dedicate it to distinguished men, so that it might receive perpetual strength and firmness, and so that the venomous tongue of rivals, beaten back by the light of majesty, should nowhere have power to fasten the tooth of a wicked bite. Nor did the opinion deceive them, which proceeded from humility, since kindness in learned prelates must always be praised toward their subjects: it rewards the pursuits of good men and restrains those of the wicked.

We too, imitating as far as we can this example of antiquity, are accustomed to submit the works that we write, dedicated, to prelates of churches and to more learned men, so that, approved by their authority, they may be able to go forth safely into public. For those things go forth into the light without fear which are supported by the testimony of a bishop. Indeed no one, unless foolish, readily accuses what he knows has been approved by the judgment of a superior. The innocence of the sheep rests safely when the compassion of the good shepherd watches over it.

Since, therefore, the examples of the ancients are incitements to virtues for us, it is fitting that we imitate the holy customs of those whose praises we sing, so that, while others profit both from them and from us, the order of the ecclesiastical hierarchy may remain inviolate. And although I am too insignificant to trust that anyone will take delight in my little works, nevertheless I have resolved humbly to offer what I have into the Lord’s treasury, in which the widow’s two small coins are rightly preferred to the riches of Croesus.

Accordingly, when recently, at the insistence of friends, I had brought together with much labor a Book on Ecclesiastical Writers, as the matter itself bears witness, lest I wander from the tracks of the ancients, I decided to submit this very labor of mine to some most learned man, outstanding in ecclesiastical dignity, through whose authority and goodwill it might pass by the teeth of the envious without a bite. And when much thought arose in me as to whom I might entrust this little night-work with greater favor, many presented themselves to me as I wavered, from whose learning and goodwill no small hope, once promised, was strong. Among them you, most reverend father, occurred to me as more powerful, more eminent, more learned: you surpass all in learning; you exceed everyone in erudition.

In you the lofty nobility of birth shines forth; episcopal authority stands out; probity of morals is seen; every kind of knowledge of the good arts is praised. Could we find such a man anywhere besides you, in whom all these things come together at once? Among the Germans I know no one equal to you, most reverend father, in whom lineage, dignity, and such great erudition shine. I do not speak in secret; let the Almighty be witness. Nor am I a flattering praiser: all Germany knows you to be a man most skilled in every respect.

The learned honor you; nobles and princes respect you. You are to us what Plato is said to have been to Antimachus: approved by your eloquence, a man is deservedly judged learned. We have learned by public report, which does not lie, how profound a knowledge in sacred letters abounds in you, how discerning an interpretation of law, and finally how great are the charm, sweetness, and grace of your speaking and delivering orations, so that we do not hesitate to compare you with the most learned men of whom we have made mention in the catalogue. The most brilliant orations which you are said to have delivered bear witness to this; your letters bear witness; many epigrams bear witness. Indeed the most illustrious fame of your name has become known with praise not only among our Germans, but among Italians and Frenchmen.

Hence it came into my mind that I should inscribe to you, so great a bishop, the work on ecclesiastical writers placed under your authority, and dedicate it to your name, so that under the shadow of the pontifical summit I might rest secure. But when I behold in you the splendor of a flashing light, I am beaten back, drawn away, and wholly shaken with fear of your great majesty, lest perhaps I, in knowledge, merit, and dignity altogether inferior to you, a lofty and most learned father, should displease you from the very point from which

[unclear] I was presuming. For I know that your occupations are very many, and I am not unaware of your sacred studies, with which I ought not to have troubled you by my trifles. But your learning encourages me, which your kindness and humanity render lovable to all, since it shrinks from no one’s letters and judges no one unworthy of its address. Therefore, weak though I am, I approach your highness; I humbly submit the present little work to you; I appoint you its judge and defender. Receive, I beg you, most reverend and most learned father, this lucubration of ours, such as it is; examine it, judge it, defend it, and, if you judge it worthy, pursue it with kindly favor. And you who turn over the writings of the ancients in continual reading, deign also, if ever there is leisure, to inspect their catalogue. But I have not yet communicated the present little work to anyone, until I may know it to have been approved by the testimony of your authority. Friends await it; the printers are waiting for it; but I judge the opinion of your paternity to be preferred to all. May your most clement paternity indulge me, I pray, because I have presumed to bring my foolishness to ears occupied with arduous matters; for I have such confidence in your humanity, gentleness, and kindness that I may in no way doubt the benevolent reception of our catalogue. And I shall count it among the greatest delights if I learn that you take pleasure in my little lucubrations. Farewell, most reverend father; hold me, your most devoted servant, together with the volume sent, commended to you. From Spanheim, the sixth day before the Kalends of May, in the year of the Lord 1492.

Prologue of the same reverend father, lord Johannes of Trittenheim, to the Book on Ecclesiastical Writers.

At the insistence of many I have often been asked that, when some opportunity should at last be found, I should complete the book which I once began on ecclesiastical writers, for the purpose of having knowledge of books. I confess that I put it off for a long time, lest, if I should presume thoughtlessly to undertake so arduous a matter, I might provoke the hatred of rivals through my own levity. But now, since the counsel of learned friends has been added to their request, who by their arguments have encouraged me to undertake this province, I could not resist their petitions any longer, especially since this little work of ours is supported by the patronage of such great men. For why should I fear the hatred of detractors, when I see that a refuge among the learned lies open to me? There will be, I do not doubt, those who judge this labor of ours worthy of praise; there will also be those who disparage it from a zeal of rivalry. What then? Shall we therefore abandon the exercises of good works, lest we provoke the hatred of rivals? Far be it. Whoever does not imitate the wicked offends them; but he who fears to offend the envious does injury to the good. And indeed to have displeased the wicked is praiseworthy, since they are accustomed to love nothing unless it accords with their morals. Therefore now, importunate friends and exactors, receive the book composed on ecclesiastical writers, which with diligent prayers you so greatly desired to be brought to completion. I have done what I could, and I have expended my ready powers on this work, although in many respects the capacity itself is less than the desire. For I, in the manner of those who are half-blind, entered the path of the preceding fathers under their guidance, and, gathering from their little works the several things suitable to my purpose, I have carried them together into this bundle. I have also inserted into our catalogue many writers found by long investigation, with great labors and expenses. Do not wonder, excellent reader, if in the notes and titles of books my opinion does not always agree with yours. Who could enumerate, much less reconcile, the opinions of individuals amid so manifold a variety of books? You will therefore grant pardon if you sometimes find a volume marked beforehand for another person, or in another way, than your opinion understands. For it was not possible for me everywhere to express the differences of individuals. For, as I have already said, I followed the footsteps of the fathers; and where they disagreed, I embraced what I believed to be true. But if you find something else established by more solid truth, I shall gladly yield to your opinion. It pleased me, however, to proceed by a new manner of writing, so that the reader himself may more easily be able to discover knowledge of the books from their beginnings.

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Beginning, therefore, with the disciples of the apostles, down to the last year of the emperor Frederick III, namely the year of the Lord 1493, I have drawn up a catalogue of illustrious men. In it I have marked down the names, dignities, writings, and times, not of all, but only of those whom I found, adding opposite them the openings of the titles of their volumes; those I had not seen I passed over with a space. I could not readily find the times at which certain men flourished; nevertheless I placed them in what seemed to me a suitable place. And let the knowledge of one who knows supply this defect in both respects, namely that he may reckon the times of individuals and restore those misplaced to their own places. I confess also that I deliberately passed over many whose writings are not easily found, nor their times. I also know many very learned men still living who are said to be publishing various little works; concerning them, since I have no certain knowledge, I prefer to pass over in silence rather than to ponder uncertainties. And, to use Jerome’s words: if any who still write about the living have been omitted by me in this catalogue, let them impute it not to me but to themselves, since they have hidden their writings [unclear] to come into the light. But I believe that, content with their writings and talent, they will not care about the losses caused by my silence. For of those whom I found, I wished to depict not their praises but their books. This task, indeed, would demand a rather lengthy volume. Go now, therefore, into the world, work completed by our labor; go, offer to lovers of books the treasure which you contain. Why do you fear? Why do you delay? Do not fear to come forth in public; do not dread the hatred of rivals, supported as you are by the patronage of so many saints. Come then, book, go forth, slight indeed in talent, but a displayer of great matters. Why do you tremble as if slothful and useless? Go forth confidently: a thousand will praise you, while scarcely one will blame you. The love of God, by which you were written, may it, I pray, mercifully excuse you always and everywhere, together with your author.

The End.

The book of the most commendable man and reverend father in Christ, lord Johannes of Trittenheim, abbot of Sponheim, On Ecclesiastical Writers, happily begins.

To the church of the Corinthians: one epistle.

Also to James the apostle: two epistles.

Besides, of the itinerary of his life: books, “Clement to lord James.”

Likewise, of Peter’s disputation: ten.

But these last two volumes are counted among the apocrypha, as is clear in XV, dist. Sancta Romana. Other epistles of his are also reported, but apocryphal. One: “When in the city of Rome.”

Clement, fourth bishop of the holy Roman Church from blessed Peter, as some think, by nation a Roman, a holy man beloved of God, adorned also with the beauty of morals, whose life and passion are contained in ecclesiastical writings. He sat in the pontificate nine years and ten days. He was banished into exile for the faith of Christ by [unclear] Constans. He died in the third year of Caesar Trajan, and in the 103rd year of the Lord. This most blessed martyr is said to have written, in the person of the Roman Church, some epistles full of instruction in the faith, of which the principal one is extant:

Dionysius the Areopagite, an Athenian, an eminent philosopher, converted to the faith by the blessed apostle Paul, was ordained, as some think, the first bishop of Athens, a man of exceptional sanctity and incomparable learning. After the death of the apostles, blessed Clement, bishop of the city of Rome, sent him with Rusticus the priest and Eleutherius the deacon to preach God to the nations in France, another bishop having been ordained in his place.

He wrote many excellent little works in the Greek language:

On the Celestial Hierarchy: one book, “Every best gift.”

On the Ecclesiastical Hierarchy: books [unclear], “Of our priesthood indeed.”

On the Divine Names: [unclear], “Now already the man of God after.”

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On mystical theology, one book: The super-substantial Trinity. On symbolic theology, one book: Holy indeed, Timo[thy?]. To Gaius, seven letters: Darkness hides [light?]. To Dorotheus the minister, one letter: The divine darkness is inaccessible. To Zosipater the priest, one letter: Do not think this a fault. To Polycarp, one letter: I indeed did not know [unclear]. To Demophilus, one letter: The Hebrew histories say. To Saint John the Evangelist, one letter: I greet you, holy soul. To Apollophanes the philosopher, one letter: To Apollophanes [unclear]. On the death of Paul, to Timothy, one letter: I greet you, divine disciple.

These are the writings of blessed Dionysius that I find among the Latins; if he gave anything more, it remained among the Greeks. But since the aforesaid little works were wrapped in great obscurity, they were made clear by the explanation of the following fathers. Of these, John Scotus, a monk of our order, first translated and polished them; then Hugh of Saint Victor, Robert of Lincoln, Albert the Great, and Dionysius the Carthusian, and many others, whose memory is not now ready to hand. Blessed Dionysius suffered in the Parisian field, together with the companions named above, under the emperor Domitian, in the year of the Lord 96, in the ninth indiction, and in the ninetieth year of his age. He was buried at Paris in the church consecrated in his name, shining with miracles.

Lucius Annaeus Seneca of Corduba, philosopher, disciple of the Stoic Photion, and uncle of the poet Lucan, was a man of most restrained life. By the testimony of blessed Jerome, I have placed him, celebrated in the catalogue of ecclesiastical writers, for this reason: because he was also the very close friend of the apostle Paul, and composed many elegant works for instruction in the moral life. Nero Caesar, ill-starred, killed him two years before Peter and Paul were crowned; Nero had once been his most unworthy pupil. Of his little works I have found the following:

On moral instruction, one book: Every sin is an action. On the four virtues, one book: Four kinds of virtues. On the remedies of fortune, one book: Although of all the poets. Declamations, ten books: You demand a matter more pleasant. On clemency, to Nero, two books: To write on clemency. On benefits, to Brutus, seven books: Among many [unclear]. On anger, to Novatus, three books: You have demanded of me, Novatus. On providence, one book: You have asked me, Lucilius, why. On the happy life, to Gallio, one book: To live, brother Gallio, all. On consolation, to Marcia, one book: Unless I knew you, Marcia. On consolation, to his mother, one book: Often now, best mother, [unclear]. On tranquility of life, one book: As I inquired into myself, certain things. That injury does not befall the wise man, one book: So great, almost among the Stoics. On the shortness of life, one book: The greater part of mortals. On liberal studies, one book: Concerning liberal studies, that. On natural questions, eight books: How much difference there is between philosophy [unclear]. Of suasory sentences, one book: But as of any thing whatever, great. Controversies, five books: Two brothers [unclear] between themselves. On poverty, one book: Honest, says Epicurus. To Polybius, of consolation, one book: For comparisons are firm. On the games of Seneca, one book: What was done in heaven. On abundance of words, one book. On marriage, one book. Tragedies, ten books. On the death of Claudius, one book.

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Letters to Paul: five books. “I believe you, Paul, [unclear].” Letters to Lucilius: twenty-two books. “Do therefore thus, my Lucilius.”

These are the writings of Seneca which at present I have been able to find. He is said, however, to have written some other little works, which have not yet come into our hands. He was indeed a most ardent lover of wisdom, and a zealous searcher after it, and of so tenacious a memory that, when two thousand names had been read before him, he immediately recited them from memory. Moreover, when a certain poet had produced two hundred verses and, after collecting them on paper, recited them in order before Nero, Seneca immediately, using his memory in place of the volume, repeated those same verses one by one, beginning from the last and proceeding in reverse order as far as the first. He is read to have retained in memory the names also of all his servants. He flourished at Rome in the times of the apostle Paul, under the emperor Nero, in the year of the Lord 50.

[Marcellus?], son of Marcus, prefect of the city of Rome, a certain disciple of Simon Magus, sufficiently instructed in secular letters, converted to the faith of Jesus Christ by the preaching of blessed Peter the apostle, composed many things for the usefulness of the church of God. For at the request of Christians he wrote:

On the Confounding of Peter and Simon: one book. To Saints Nereus and Achilleus: a book. On the Acts of Peter and Paul: a book. On the Arts of Simon: a book. On the Death of Saint Petronella: a book. On the Passion of Saint Felicula: a book. On the Passion of Saint Nicomedes: a book.

He also published other things concerning the deeds of the saints, which have not come to our knowledge. He flourished at Rome in the time of Saint Peter, in the year of the Lord 50.

Linus, the first bishop of the city of Rome after blessed Peter, a Tuscan by nation, a man of most holy life, shining with many miracles both in life and after death, sat in the pontificate for eleven years, three months, and twelve days. Since he was a very learned man and beloved of God, he wrote in the Greek language, concerning the holy apostles Peter and Paul, pastors on one day:

Their Martyrdom: one book. And certain letters.

At last, punished with capital sentence by the prefect Saturninus, whose daughter he had freed from a demon, he was made a martyr, on the eleventh day before the Kalends of October. He flourished at Rome under the emperor Galba, in the year of the Lord 70.

Philo, a Jew by nation, an Alexandrian, of the race of priests, is placed by blessed Jerome among the ecclesiastical writers for this reason: because in his little works he is very often occupied with praise of Christians. When he had been sent to Rome as an envoy of his nation, he is recorded to have enjoyed the friendship of blessed Peter the apostle; and for this reason he also adorned with praises the followers of Saint Mark, his disciple, at Alexandria. He was, moreover, a man most learned in every respect, and was regarded as another Plato, so that it was commonly said: “Either Plato imitates Philo, or Philo imitates Plato.” For so great a similarity of thought and eloquence between them is reported. He wrote many and most elegant books, of which the following are given below:

On the Life of the Wise Man: one book. On the Conversion of Life: a book. On the Confusion of Tongues: a book. On the Nature of Quadrupeds: three books. On the Things Which We Attest by Sense: a book. On Learning: a book. On the Heir of Divine Things: a book. On the Unequal Division: a book.

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On the Three Virtues: one book. On Nature and Invention: one book. On Agreements: one book. On the Succession of Generation: one book. On the Change of Names: one book. On Giants: one book. On the Five Books of Moses: one book. On Dreams: one book. On the Tabernacle: one book. On the Contemplative Life: one book. On Agriculture: one book. On Drunkenness: one book. On Victims and Promises: one book. On Prudence: one book. On Ideas: one book. On Alexander: one book. On the Reason of Animals: one book. Let Every Fool Be a Slave: one book. He is read to have written many other things also, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under the emperor Nero, in the year of the Lord 50.

Josephus, a Jew by nation, a Jerusalemite, a priest by religion, son of the priest Matthias, a philosopher, rhetorician, and distinguished writer of the times, whom I would not place in our catalogue unless the Church read his writings and blessed Jerome had done so before, after the destruction of Jerusalem was captured by the emperors Vespasian and Titus and brought to Rome. Because of the excellence of his talent he was splendidly honored by the Senate and people of Rome. Although he remained a Jew, nevertheless he often praised the race of Christians, and in the eighteenth book of the Antiquities set down a notable testimony concerning our Lord Jesus Christ. His volumes were held in such authority among the Romans while he was still alive that they were placed in the public libraries; and after his death he himself was granted a bronze statue by the Senate and people. Of his little works I have seen only the following.

On the Jewish War: seven books, "Since the war which ..." Antiquities of the World: twenty-four books, "To write a history ..." Against Apion: two books, "Sufficiently, as I think ..." On the Power of Speaking: one book.

He flourished at Rome under the emperors Vespasian and Titus, and remained among the living down to the times of the emperor Trajan, in the year of the Lord 100.

Ignatius, third bishop of the church of Antioch after the blessed [unclear], a man of outstanding holiness and a singular, most fervent lover of our Lord Jesus Christ, used to say, as Dionysius bears witness: "My love is crucified." Since this most blessed prelate was a learned and zealous preacher of the divine word, he wrote some elegant letters full of fervor, in which he showed himself to have been a lover of holy martyrdom. Of these, the following are said to be the more important:

To the Church of the Ephesians: one letter. To the Magnesians: one letter. To the Trojans: one letter. To the Romans: one letter. To Saint John: one letter. To the Blessed Virgin: one letter. To the Philadelphians: one letter. To Polycarp: one letter. To Saint John the Elder: his own. To Mary the Christ-bearer: his own.

Adam begot three sons. Adam begot three sons.

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He suffered at Rome under the emperor Trajan, in the year of the Lord 111.

Papias, hearer and disciple of Saint John, bishop of Hierapolis in Asia, a most steadfast propagator and defender of the Christian faith, and a disciple and zealous imitator of the holy apostles, wrote little works of no contemptible authority. Of these there survives an outstanding work, divided into five volumes, which he entitled thus:

Explanation of the Sayings of the Lord, five books.

Other things that he wrote we have not seen.

He first devised the novelty of the thousand years, after which he dreamed that Christ would reign again in the flesh with his elect upon the earth. Others later spread this error, and were called Chiliasts from the thousand.

He flourished in the times of Caesar Trajan, around the year of the Lord 100.

Hegesippus, a Jew by nation, converted to the faith of Christ, shone forth wonderfully in the church of God in learning and holiness; his feast, with those of the other saints, has obtained a place in the martyrology. He wrote several little works of excellent talent. Of them I have found only an outstanding work, from the time of the Lord’s Passion down to his own age:

A History of Ecclesiastical Acts, five books, “The Parthian war which between ...”

I have seen no other of his works.

He flourished near the apostolic times, under Antoninus Pius, in the year of the Lord 160.

Justin, converted from a philosopher to the catholic faith, an eminent lover and worshipper of Christ, when in the city of Rome he refuted Crescens the Cynic, who was blaspheming Christians, as gluttonous, afraid of death, and a follower of lust and debaucheries, was accused before the Senate through that man’s plots because he was a Christian, and was crowned with martyrdom for Christ. He wrote many distinguished little works in defense of our faith. Among them these are reported:

Against the Gentiles, to Antoninus, two books.

To Aurelius, Against the Gentiles, one book.

Likewise Against the Gentiles, one book.

Reproofs Against the Gentiles, one book.

On the Monarchy of God, one book.

On the Soul, one book.

[unclear], entitled [unclear], one book.

Against Trypho the Jew, one book.

Against Marcion, one book.

Against All Heresies, one book.

He also composed many other things which have not come to our knowledge.

He flourished under Antoninus Pius, in the year of the Lord 150.

Quadratus, an Athenian, bishop after the martyr Publius, formerly a hearer and disciple of the holy apostles, a steadfast man of incomparable learning, laboring much for the usefulness of the Christian faith, made great progress: he gathered back into the unity of faith the church dispersed by fear of persecution. Since he was an eminent teacher, he wrote, among other things, on behalf of the Christians to the emperor Hadrian, full of instruction:

An Apology, one book.

And other things unknown to us.

At last he suffered for the defense of the catholic faith on the seventh day before the Kalends of June.

He flourished under the emperor Hadrian, in the year of the Lord 120.

Aristides, an Athenian philosopher, a man most learned in secular letters and very zealous in the divine Scriptures, shone with such notable eloquence that he offered the nations a marvel of himself; under the garb of a philosopher, Christian ...

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bearing faith and conduct: he shone forth, renowned not without a reputation for holiness. He wrote:

An Apologeticum for the Christians, To the emperor Hadrian, 1 book, and certain other works. He flourished under the emperor Hadrian, in the year of the Lord 120.

Melito the Asian, bishop of Sardis, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and no less venerable for holiness than for doctrine, shone forth renowned among the Catholic preachers. He wrote many excellent volumes for the benefit of the Church of the faithful, of which these are reported:

On Easter, 2 books On the Life of the Prophets, 1 book On the Fallen, 1 book On the Body and the Soul, 1 book On Baptism, 1 book On Truth, 1 book On the Generation of Christ, 1 book On Prophecy, 1 book Of Eclogues, 6 books On the Passing of Saint Mary, 1 book: “Melito, servant of Christ, bishop.” On the Church, 1 book On the Lord’s Day, 1 book On the Senses, 1 book On Faith, 1 book Philoxenia, 1 book That which is entitled Key, 1 book On the Devil, 1 book On the Apocalypse of John, 1 book

He also published other little works, which antiquity has not permitted to come down to our memory. Tertullian, commemorating in a certain passage his elegant and declamatory talent, states that he was regarded by our people as a prophet. It should certainly be noted that the book On the Passing of Saint Mary, ascribed to him, is reckoned among the apocrypha, 15, distinction, Sancta Romana. He flourished under the emperor Marcus Antonius Verus, in the year of the Lord 160.

[Unclear], very studious and learned, distinguished in talent and speech, and an excellent declaimer, wrote many volumes for the benefit of the faithful, and shone forth as an excellent expounder of the Lord’s discourses. Of his little works the following are reported:

Against Marcion, 1 book Against Hermogenes, 2 books To Autolycus, 4 books Commentaries on the Gospels, 3 books On the Proverbs of Solomon, 1 book

He also composed other short and numerous treatises pertaining to the edification of the Church, which among the Latins are rarely found together. He was ordained bishop in the year of the Lord 183, in the eleventh indiction.

Apollinaris of Hierapolis in Asia, bishop, a learned man and distinguished defender of the Christian faith, renowned in talent and eloquent in speech, wrote little works not of contemptible reading, in which he showed himself a man not so much learned as zealous. Of these, the following are reported:

An Apologeticum for the Christians, 2 books Against the Gentiles, 1 book On Truth, 3 books Against the Cataphrygians, 2 books

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But he also published some other works, knowledge of which antiquity has taken away from us. He flourished under Marcus Antoninus Verus, in the year of the Lord 165.

Dionysius, bishop of the church of the Corinthians, a most eloquent man, very learned in the divine Scriptures, and a most watchful shepherd of Christ’s flock, was of such painstaking diligence that he instructed not only the people of his own city with salutary teachings, but also summoned the congregations of foreign cities to steadfastness in the faith by letters. These letters are said to be so useful and extensive that they may not improperly be called books; of them the following are listed:

To the Lacedaemonians: one epistle. To the Athenians: one epistle. To the Nicomedians: one epistle. To the Cretans: one epistle. To the [Cnossians?]: one epistle. To the Roman pope: one epistle. To the [Amastrians?]: one epistle. To Chrysophora, a woman: one epistle.

He flourished under the rulers Marcus Antoninus Verus and Lucius Aurelius, in the year of the Lord 170. Not without a reputation for holiness, he wrote various works.

Tatian, a heresiarch, hearer and follower of Justin Martyr, did not for a long time depart from his side. But afterward, when Saint Justin had been crowned, swollen with pride in his eloquence, he founded a new heresy which is called that of the Encratites; later Severus increased it, from whom the heretics of the same faction were called Severians. They abominate meats; they do not drink wine; they do not accept the Old Testament; nor do they believe in the resurrection. Tatian wrote almost innumerable volumes, which nevertheless have not come to my knowledge. For because of the error of the teacher, even his volumes, despised, perished. There survives, as Jerome attests, a distinguished volume of his which he entitled:

Against the Nations: one book.

He flourished under Marcus Antoninus Verus, in the year of the Lord 170.

Philip, bishop of Crete, that is, of the city of Gortyna, whom Dionysius, bishop of the Corinthians, placed above, mentions in his epistle which he had written to the church of the same city, was a noble and learned man. He published for the benefit of believers volumes sufficiently furnished, as they say, which have by no means come into our hands. There survives his:

Against Marcion: one book.

He also wrote certain epistles to various persons and various treatises, which have still by no means come into our hands. He flourished in the year of the Lord 170, in the times of the emperor Marcus Antoninus Verus.

Modestus, a man of flourishing talent, though of what dignity or rank he was is unknown to us, wrote, as blessed Jerome attests, little works not to be despised in reading, in which the abundant vein of his talent is seen. Of these there survives a distinguished volume:

Against Marcion: one book.

The rest are unknown to us.

He flourished under the rulers Marcus Antoninus Verus and Lucius Aurelius Commodus, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 185.

Irenaeus of Lyon in Gaul, bishop after the triumph of the blessed martyr Pothinus, formerly a hearer of the martyr Polycarp, a man very studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, was sent as legate to Rome under Pope Eleutherius and was approved as most renowned no less in holiness than in learning. He wrote many excellent volumes, of which these are reported:

Against the Nations: one book. On Discipline: one book. To Blastus, on schism: one book. Against Heresies: five books. “Inasmuch as [unclear] the truth,”

On the monarchy of God: one book On the Ogdoad: one book On Easter, to Pope Victor: one book On apostolic preaching: one book Of various treatises: one book

He also wrote many other works which have not yet come to my knowledge at all. At last, when persecution against the Christians was raging, he was crowned with martyrdom for the Catholic faith, along with almost the whole people of his city, on the fourth day before the Kalends of July.

He flourished under Marcus Antoninus, in the year of the Lord 175.

Theodotion, an Ephesian by birth, formerly a disciple of Tatian the philosopher while he was still a believer, a man certainly most learned in every respect and the third translator of the divine Scriptures: besides the translation of the Scriptures which he made from Hebrew into Latin, he also composed certain other little works, which nevertheless have not yet come into our hands at all. He flourished in the time of the emperor Commodus, in the year of the Lord 180.

Rhodon, Asian by race, once a hearer and disciple of Tatian, a man very learned both in the divine Scriptures and also in secular letters, is said to have written many things in Greek; examples of these are rarely found among our people. Of them, however, the following are reported as the more important, which we have set down below:

Against Marcion: three books Against the Cataphrygians: one book To Callistion: one book On the Hexaemeron: six books

He flourished under the princes Commodus and Severus, in the year of the Lord 200.

Clement, priest of the Alexandrian church, once a hearer and disciple of Pantaenus, the Stoic Christian philosopher, who after him held the ecclesiastical school at Alexandria for many years, was a devout, learned, and most eloquent man. He wrote many excellent volumes, among which these are reported:

Stromata, that is, Miscellanies: eight books Against the Gentiles: one book The Pedagogue: three books On Easter: one book On Fasting: one book On Disputation: one book On the Salvation of the Rich Man: one book On Detraction: one book Against the Judaizers: one book On Ecclesiastical Canons: one book

He also published many letters and various treatises, whose titles we do not know.

He flourished in the times of the princes Commodus and Severus, in the year of the Lord 300.

Melciades, whom Rhodon recalled in his work which he composed against the Cataphrygians, Montanus, Prisca, and Maximilla, insane prophets: a man very learned in secular letters and exercised with constant study in the divine Scriptures, wrote not a few little works for the edification of the faithful. Of these the following are reported: Apologeticus for our faith: one book.

He is also said to have written many other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

He flourished in the times of Marcus Antoninus Commodus, in the year of the Lord 170.

Apollonius, a certain learned and most eloquent man, distinguished no less in life than in eloquence, a most valiant assailant of heretical depravity, composed many things for our faith and often refuted the madness of Montanus in words and writings, as

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[unclear] to readers that distinguished volume, which he composed with the greatest charms of eloquence:

Against Montanus, one book. But he published several other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

He flourished under the emperors Commodus and Severus, in the year of the Lord 180.

Serapion, formerly an anchorite, eighth bishop of the church of Antioch, a man of keen intelligence, is said to have been very zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, venerable no less in life than in knowledge. He is reported to have composed several little works for the benefit of believers, in which he shows himself a learned man and a very vigorous defender of the Christian faith. Among these are counted:

To Domno, Judaizing, one book.

To Carinus, on Montanus, one book.

On the Gospel under the Name of Peter, one book.

Short Letters, but Many, one book.

He was ordained bishop of the aforesaid city under Commodus, emperor of the Romans, in the 193rd year of the Lord, in the first indiction.

Apollonius, senator of the city of Rome, a man most learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, venerable no less for holiness than for knowledge, when he had been denounced before the Senate because he was a Christian and would not deny Christ, received sentence of death; the old law among them prevailing, that Christians who had once been brought before their judgment should not be released without denial.

He wrote, among other things:

An Apology for Our Faith, one book.

After he had recited this in order before the Senate, he was beheaded.

He flourished at Rome under the emperors Commodus and Severus, in the year of the Lord 190.

Tertullian, priest, by homeland a Carthaginian of the province of Africa, the son of a centurion, a proconsular man, a man of sharp and vehement intelligence, most learned both in divine and in secular writings, inasmuch as he taught rhetoric gloriously for many years at Carthage, wrote in the Latin language almost innumerable little works, in which he powerfully crushed the errors of the heretics. The most blessed martyr Cyprian held this man’s writings in such veneration that he let no day pass without reading them. For he was accustomed to say to his secretary, “Give me the master,” meaning Tertullian. At last he is said to have slipped into the error of Montanus, on account of which his little works are counted among the apocrypha, Distinction 15, Sancta Romana. And although he erred in some matters, nevertheless he wrote well in many, as his volumes testify:

On the Patience of God, one book. “I confess [unclear] God [unclear].”

Against Praxeas, one book. “In various ways the devil has emulated.”

Against Marcion, one book. “If anything was done before.”

Against the Jews, one book. “A discussion recently occurred.”

Against All Heresies, one book. “Of two heretics, as [unclear].”

On the Prescriptions of Heretics, one book. “In the condition of the present times.”

Against Hermogenes, one book. “We are accustomed to [unclear] heretics.”

Against the Valentinians, one book. “The Valentinians very frequently.”

On the Flesh of Christ, one book. “The confidence of Christians [unclear] resurrection.”

On the Resurrection of the Flesh, one book. “For the proper faith of the resurrection.”

On the Soldier’s Crown, one book. “Among the foods of the flesh.”

To the Martyrs, one book. “Repentance, this kind.”

On Repentance, one book. “For if it tarried so greatly on earth.”

On the Veiling of Virgins, one book. “Handmaids of the living God, fellow-servants.”

On the Dress of Women, two books. “Most beloved fellow-servant in the Lord.”

To His Wife, two books.

BOOK On persecution, to Fabius: one book. To Scapula: one book. An exhortation to chastity: one book. On monogamy: one book. On the pallium: one book. On spectacles: one book. On ecstasy: one book. On modesty: one book. On fasts: one book. Against Apollonius: one book. “You asked recently, brother Fabius.” “We indeed are not frightened.” “I do not doubt, brother, that after [your] wife.” “Heretics take away marriages.” “The foremost men of Africa always.” He also wrote many other things and various treatises, which as yet have by no means come into our hands; and he lived on into old age, zealous in his declining years. He flourished in the times of the emperor Severus. In the year of the Lord two hundred.

Origen, who is Adamantius, a priest, an Alexandrian by nation, son of the martyr Leonides, once a disciple of Clement of Alexandria, was a man of great and excellent talent, so that in zeal and learning he never had his equal. In the tenth year of Severus Pertinax, when a persecution was set in motion against the Christians, and when his father Leonides was crowned with martyrdom for the faith of Christ, he was left poor with his widowed mother and six brothers, being about seventeen years old. But the treasury had seized all their substance because of the confession of Christ, so that they no longer had anything from which they might live. And although the number of his years was reckoned as smaller in the young man, nevertheless his learning was already marvelous, and the constancy of his Christian faith admirable. For he had resolved to die bravely with his father Leonides for the faith of Christ, had he not, by his mother’s stratagem, since he was to become a great teacher for the usefulness of the Church, happened to be preserved. For when he had determined, on the morning before, to run to his father at the place of contest, his garments were taken away by his mother during the night, the doors of the chamber were bolted, and he was compelled to remain at home.

But when he had grown into a man, he resolved to live an apostolic life, proclaiming the word of God in his circuit; for many years he went about with bare feet. Indeed he never slept on a bed stuffed with feathers; from wine and meats, except because of illness, he abstained entirely; he was intent on serving God devoutly with fasts, vigils, continual prayers, studies and expositions of the divine Scriptures. By Christ’s counsel he also accustomed himself to wear only one tunic; having become a despiser of all worldly things, he gave no thought for the morrow. From love of chastity, so that he might dare to preach safely to women, he caused himself to be castrated, although in this deed his zeal remained without knowledge.

Because of his doctrine, eloquence, and apostolic life, Mammaea, the most Christian mother of the emperor Alexander, seized by a desire to hear him, came from Alexandria to Antioch, and heard his honey-sweet teaching with great admiration. He was, moreover, so intent on the study of the divine Scriptures that he never took either food or sleep unless one of the brothers had first recited a reading of the Scriptures while all listened. Like another Ezra he knew the New and Old Testament by memory; already an old man, contrary to his age, he learned the Hebrew language; with wonderful zeal he gathered into one all the editions of the interpreters besides the Seventy.

In dictating editions of the Scriptures he was of such admirable memory and subtlety that he wore out seven notaries and just as many girls extremely swift in writing, besides other young men, all writing different things at the same time from his mouth, by the incredible agility of his utterance. And although he was held so great and was an outstanding teacher among all ecclesiastical men, nevertheless he is marked by great errors, in which either he himself was foolish, or, through others inserting false things, was corrupted in his writings. For there has always been varied opinion among the learned concerning Origen, some asserting that he was a heretic, others affirming that fraud was imposed upon him. It is not surprising if the first man, without precedent, erred, who explained so many volumes with no teacher preceding him. Yet it is our part, not only concerning Origen but concerning any writers whatsoever, to agree with the holy Roman Church and to despise superfluous opinions. He published almost infinite volumes. Of these, I have set down below those which seem to have been poured into Latin.

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On Genesis: sixteen homilies. On Exodus: forty-two homilies. On Leviticus: sixteen homilies. On Numbers: twenty-eight homilies, “Not all are worthy in Numbers.” On Joshua: twenty-six homilies, “The Lord gave a name.” On Judges: nine homilies. On the beginning of [unclear]: two homilies. On Isaiah the prophet: nine homilies, “While King Uzziah lived.” On Jeremiah the prophet: thirteen homilies, “God, ready to do good.” On Ezekiel: fourteen homilies, “As in the last days.” On the Gospel of Matthew: thirty-nine homilies, “Not only from the beginning did God.” On Elkanah: one book, “As formerly among the people of the Jews.” On the beginning of Job: four books. On the Song of Songs: four books. Also on the Song of Songs: two books, “About to speak concerning the Song of Songs.” Against the heretics: five books, “Blessed is the man,” etc.; this psalm. Against the philosopher Celsus: eight books, “Adamantius said, who.” Periarchon: four books, “You exhort me, holy Ambrose.” On the Epistle to the Romans: fifteen books, “All who believe and are certain.” On the beginning of John: one book, “Because the other apostles of Paul.” On the martyrs: one book. He also composed many other things, which have not come into our hands.

There are those who write that they have read six thousand treatises of Origen, a great number unknown to the Latins. Nor is there any doubt that many little works of his have recently been translated which have by no means come to the notice of our reading. He died, however, an old man, poor, and was buried at Tyre, under the emperors Valerian and Gallienus, in the year of the Lord 261, in the ninth indiction, in the seventieth year of his age.

Ammonius of Alexandria, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, most learned in secular letters, a philosopher and rhetorician the most celebrated of all his time, subtle in intellect and eloquent in speech, wrote in the Greek language certain excellent volumes, by which he left his memory to posterity. Of their number the following are extant:

On the Harmony of Jesus and Moses: one book, “In the first canon four.” One out of Four: one book, “Since indeed many have undertaken.” And certain other things.

The most impious Porphyry, a very bitter enemy of the Christians, a pagan philosopher, falsely accuses him of having denied the faith and become a heathen; but it is agreed that he remained a devout Christian until death.

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He flourished under Alexander, son of Mamaea, in the year of the Lord 230.

Ambrose, a hearer of Origen, at first a Marcionite and afterward corrected by Origen himself, an outstanding confessor of the Christian faith, even deserved to be promoted to the office of deacon. He was certainly a most learned man and a devoted lover of books; when he supplied at his own expense notaries and scribes, our Adamantius composed almost infinite volumes. He was so devoted a cultivator of Origen’s labors that day and night he urged him, by spoken and written words, to write something new, so that in a certain familiar letter he is named by Origen as the taskmaster of the work. He was accustomed to say that he never went to bed while Origen was present, nor took food, unless first, from the brothers who were always at hand, he had made the sacred writings resound. He wrote to Origen giving thanks for his conversion.

Of letters: one book.

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Alexander, bishop of Cappadocia: when out of desire for the holy places he was going to Jerusalem, there, by divine revelation, he was ordained bishop after Saint Narcissus; he shone forth illustrious for great sanctity and learning; and at last, for the faith of Christ, under the most impious tyrant Decius, he completed [his] martyrdom. He wrote many elegant letters to various [persons], of which the following are reported foremost: On the peace of the Church, to the [Antiochenes?]: a letter. To the Antiochenes: a letter. For Origen against Demetrius: a letter. To Origen: several letters. He suffered at Caesarea under Decius, in the year of the Lord 253, in the 1st indiction.

[Julius] Africanus, a most learned man, philosopher, distinguished historiographer and theologian, and a most ardent lover of the divine Scriptures and of books: by his own studies and at his own expense he founded a notable library at Caesarea in Palestine, in which he gathered many volumes, both of secular and of divine Scriptures. He composed, moreover, several little works of great usefulness, of which the following are reported: Of Chronicles: 5 books. On the Holy Trinity: 1 book. On circumcision: 1 book. On Attalus: 1 book. On the Pasch: 1 book. On the Sabbath: 1 book. To Origen, on Susanna: 1 book. To Aristides the philosopher: 1 book. And he is said to have composed many others, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under Marcus Aurelius, in the year of the Lord 220.

Gregory, bishop of Neocaesarea in Pontus, hearer and disciple of Origen, a learned and holy man, who also wrote much, and, living, shone with miracles. While still a youth, he—together with his brother Athenodorus, seeking the study of secular philosophy—submitted himself to the school of Origen, by whom, little by little and imperceptibly, he was converted, together with his brother, to the faith of Christ, and became equally a most learned and most holy man. Of his writings there is extant, [addressed] to Origen: A Panegyric: 1 book. Of Interpretations on Ecclesiastes: 1 book. And several letters. He flourished under the prince Gordian, in the year of the Lord 240.

Cornelius, after Peter the twenty-second bishop of the city of Rome, Roman by country, son of Castinus, was made pope after the glorious martyrdom of Fabian. He sat in the chair of Peter for two years, a learned and most holy man, until at last he too, crowned with martyrdom, passed, released from the flesh, to those above. He wrote several letters for ecclesiastical utility; of these I have found only the following.

To Fabius, bishop of Antioch: On synods: one epistle. To the same, on the Novatians: one book. On Novatian: one epistle. On the acts of synods: one epistle. He wrote several epistles to Cyprian, bishop of Carthage, and other ones to others. He flourished under Decius, the tyrant prince, in the year of the Lord two hundred and fifty-five.

Cyprian, bishop of the church of Carthage in Africa, a learned and most holy man, gloriously taught rhetoric for many years, and was a magnificent teacher in all secular literature. Then, persuaded by the presbyter Cecilius, from whom he obtained his surname, he was converted to the faith of Christ and distributed all his substance to the poor. And not long afterward, having been chosen presbyter, he was also ordained bishop. Since he was zealous in the divine scriptures, he usefully published many things for the edification of the faithful.

And he wrote the following volumes in the Latin tongue, namely: On the grace of God, to Donatus: one book. “You advise well, Donatus.” Against Demetrianus: one book. “While you bark against, and against.” On piety and almsgiving: one book. “Many great things there are, brothers.” On the praise of martyrdom: one book. “You have desired, Fortunatus.” On jealousy and envy: one book. “To be jealous, because it seems good.” On the good of patience: one book. “About to speak of patience, brothers.” On mortality: one book. “Although among very many of you.” On virginity: one book. “Discipline, guardian of hope.” On the fallen: one book. “Peace, behold, most beloved brothers.” On the sacrament of the chalice: one book. “Cyprian to his brother Cecilius, greeting.” On the unity of the Church: one book. “Since the Lord warns.” On the Lord’s Prayer: one book. “The evangelical precepts.” On the vanity of idols: one book. “That idols are not gods.” On the life of clerics: one book. “I had indeed promised you.” On the two mountains: one book. “The proof of the chapters which in.” To Antonianus, on Novatus: one book. “We have received your first letters.” On the Jews, to Quirinus: one book. “The Jews into offence against God.” To Pope Cornelius: eight epistles. “We have learned, dearest brother.” On dice-players: one book. To Julianus, his friend: one book. Epistles to various persons: one book.

But he is said to have composed many other things which have not come into our hands. The little book On the Twelve Abuses of the Age, ascribed by very many to Cyprian, does not have the flavor of his style. At last he suffered under Valerian on the same day as the Roman woman, but not in the same year, namely in the year of the Lord two hundred forty-nine, on the eighth day before the Kalends of October.

Pontius the presbyter, hearer and disciple of blessed Cyprian, a learned and holy man and an excellent declaimer, after the glorious triumph of his master came into Gaul and at the city of Cimella obtained the palm of martyrdom for the faith of Christ. This Pontius, by the diligence of his honey-flowing preaching, converted the two emperors Philips to Christianity; he persuaded them, the first of the Roman princes, to renounce idols. He also wrote in an elegant style a notable volume, which contains:

The Life of Saint Cyprian: one book.

He flourished under the emperor Philip, in the year of the Lord two hundred forty.

Dionysius, thirteenth bishop of the city of Alexandria, once hearer and disciple of Origen, while he was still a presbyter held the public school under Heraclas and acquired great glory for his learning. For he was a man most learned in every science, a philosopher, rhetorician, and notable theologian. Agreeing with the doctrine of Cyprian and of the African synod on rebaptizing heretics, he wrote very many epistles on that matter to various persons; of these the following are counted as one in number:

On penitence, to Fabius: one epistle. To the Romans: two epistles. To Saint Pope Sixtus: two epistles. To Philemon, presbyter of Dionysius: one epistle. To Dionysius after he had been made pope: one epistle. To Novatian the heretic: one epistle. To the Laodiceans, on penitence: one epistle. To Origen, on martyrdom: one epistle. “Dionysius to his brother Novatian.”

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On the order of offenses: a letter. To the Alexandrians, on exile: a letter. On Easter: a book. To Heraclas, bishop in Egypt: a book. On the Sabbath: a book. To [Hermammon?]: a book. On the persecution of Decius: a book. Against Nepos, the Chiliast: a book. Against Sabellius: a book. To Ammon, bishop of [Berenice?]: a letter. To Dionysius the pope: a book. To Telesphorus: a letter. To Euphranor: a letter. To the Armenians, on penitence: a book. A canon on penitence: a book. On nature, to Timothy: a book. On temptations: a book. Commentaries on Ecclesiastes: a book.

There are also said to be several letters of his to Basilides. There is extant his notable letter against Paul of Samosata, which he had written a few days before his death. He also composed many other works for ecclesiastical usefulness, which are unknown to us. He flourished under the rulers Gallus and Volusianus, in the year of the Lord 255.

Novatian, priest of the Roman church, tried to seize the episcopal chair against Cornelius; when he could not do so, he stirred up the first schism in the Roman church, established the heresy of the Novatians, refusing to receive apostates who repented, and rebaptizing those duly baptized. The author of this error was Novatus, Cyprian’s priest.

He wrote:

On Easter, one book. On the Sabbath: a book. On circumcision: a book. On prayer: a book. On Jewish foods: a book. On perseverance: a book. On the holy Trinity: a book. Several letters to various persons.

It is said besides that he wrote some other works, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished in the times of the emperor Philip, in the year of the Lord 250.

Malchion, priest of the church of Antioch, a learned and eloquent man, taught very [unclear], since he [unclear] rhetoric in that same city most flourishingly for many years. He published some excellent little works, which in their time seemed to contribute much to the defense of the Christian faith against heretics. Of these there is extant a notable work of dialogues:

Against Paul of Samosata: a book. To Dionysius the pope, from the synod: one letter.

He flourished under the rulers Claudius and Aurelian, in the year of the Lord 270.

Victorinus, bishop of Poitiers, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures, trained in Greek and Latin eloquence, wrote many excellent little works, in which he magnificently exercised his talent. He was, moreover, a distinguished preacher of the divine word, and at last was crowned with martyrdom for the faith of Christ [unclear]. Of his writings the following are reported:

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On Genesis: one book. On Exodus: one book. On Leviticus: one book. On Isaiah the prophet: one book. On Ezekiel: one book. On Habakkuk: one book. On Ecclesiastes: one book. On the Song of Songs: two books. On the Apocalypse: one book. Against all heresies: one book. And many other works. He flourished in the times of the emperors Valerian and Gallienus, in the year of the Lord 270.

[P] [unclear] gathered [books?] of the Scriptures; he was so distinguished at Caesarea for [his love?] of books [unclear]. Finally he copied out with his own hand a great part of Origen's books, and placed them in the same Caesarean library. From him Eusebius obtained the surname Pamphili. Moreover, before Eusebius began to write, he wrote some little works of no contemptible authority, of which I have found only:

Against the mathematicians: one book. An Apology for Origen: one book. He is also said to have written certain letters full of faith and learning. At last, after blessed studies and many labors for the church of God, he was crowned with martyrdom for the faith of Christ at Caesarea in Palestine, under the persecution of Maximian, who ruled around the year of the Lord 240.

Anatolius of Alexandria, bishop of Laodicea in Syria, a man skilled in the divine Scriptures and, in secular letters, second to none in his time, an outstanding rhetorician, astronomer, and geometer, left many distinguished little works of his genius; yet very few of them have come to our knowledge. There is extant his notable volume entitled:

On Easter: ten books. On instruction in arithmetic: one book. He flourished under the emperors Probus and Carus, in the year of the Lord 285.

Archelaus, bishop of Mesopotamia in Syria, a learned man and acute disputant, wrote some little works in the Syriac tongue, which are rarely found among the Latins. He disputed vigorously against Mani, the heresiarch, coming out of Persia, and confuted all his arguments, although he could not recall him from error. He wrote that same disputation:

Against Mani: one book. The other works are unknown to us. He flourished under the emperors Aurelian and Probus, in the year of the Lord 280.

Lucian, priest of the church of Antioch, afterward bishop of Nicomedia, a learned and eloquent man, was of excellent talent in delivering homilies to the people, and venerable no less for his life than for his knowledge of the Scriptures. Under the persecution of Maximian he was crowned with martyrdom for the faith of Christ, and was buried at Helenopolis in Bithynia. He wrote, among other things:

On Our Faith: three books. And various other treatises, sermons, homilies, and letters. He flourished under the emperor Maximian, in the year of the Lord 240.

Pierius, priest of the church of Alexandria, a man of such learning and eloquence that he was called the younger Origen, was most excellent in delivering homilies to the people. Under Theonas, bishop of Alexandria, in life and doctrine

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[unclear], shining forth: he was an outstanding cultivator of voluntary poverty for the love of Christ, and an admirable teacher of the people. He wrote countless treatises, which, however, have not come to our knowledge. There is extant his very long work delivered to the people on the vigil of Easter: On Hosea the Prophet, one book. He flourished under the emperor Diocletian, in the year of the Lord 290.

Phileas, bishop of the city of Thebaid in Egypt, a noble and most learned man, distinguished no less in character than in knowledge of the Scriptures, after many labors and various treatises published for the benefit of the faithful, at last under the emperor Maximian became a martyr for the faith of Christ and flew away to the heavenly ones. Of his writings there is extant a disputation held Against the Unjust Judge, one book; On the Praise of Martyrs, one book. Other things that he wrote are unknown to us, although many are reported by the fathers. He flourished under the prince Maximian, in the year of the Lord 240.

Arnobius the presbyter, an outstanding philosopher and rhetorician: while he was still a pagan and teaching rhetoric, he was called by divine mercy and began to profess himself a Christian. And when, going to the bishops, he sought to be baptized, they did not believe him, fearing that a man swollen with worldly eloquence was trying to mock the sacraments of the faith; and therefore they deferred their judgment. But Arnobius, seeing that no trust was being placed in him, as proof of his sincerity wrote and offered to the bishops an excellent volume, Against the Nations, seven books. Also On the Psalter, one book; On Rhetorical Instruction, one book. He also published many other things which have not come to my knowledge. He taught rhetoric in Africa under the prince Diocletian, and had many excellent and noble pupils who turned out to be most learned men. He therefore flourished around the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 300.

John Climacus, which in Latin means “of the ladder,” abbot of Mount Sinai, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, excellent in talent, gentle and humble, devout and most holy in life and conduct, most urgently sought and obtained that he be made [unclear]. Then, after nineteen years, when he had learned, according to the rule of monks, to fight and conquer as a solitary, with the permission of his abbot he sought the wilderness, in which he lived alone with God for many years in all holiness. Finally, when his most holy life had become known to everyone, by the unanimous consent of all he was elected abbot, and, though resisting, was recalled to the monastery. He wrote to John, abbot of Raythu, a very famous work, very suitable for the instruction of monks, containing thirty sermons, which is entitled On the Thirty Steps, one book, “From good and concerning good and” [unclear]. To the Shepherd, one sermon, one book. In the lower book, several letters to monks, one book. And certain other things.

[unclear] of the emperors who reigned in the year of the Lord 216. Ildephonsus, after Saint Eugenius bishop of the see of Toledo, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and an outstanding rhetorician, not ignorant also of literature, excellent in meter and prose, subtle in talent, eloquent in speech, and above all the bishops of his time fluent and eloquent; in life and conduct worthy of God and most holy. For he was endowed with constant fear of God, compunction—

liberal, not extravagant; dignified in his gait; praiseworthy in integrity; singular in patience; renowned for his talent in discourse; supreme in wisdom. When he was still a boy, touched by the divine spirit, despising the things of the world and the affections of his parents, he sought the Agaliensian monastery, and for many years conducted himself fittingly there as a monk. He also built a convent of virgins in the little village of [unclear], which he endowed from his parents' resources. Then, made abbot of the Agaliensian monastery, he disciplined the monks' conduct, managed the property with discretion, and preserved his way of life. After this, by princely violence, he was brought back to Toledo, and there, after the death of his predecessor, was appointed bishop. He wrote many distinguished little works. Among them the following are reported: On the Holy Trinity, one book; On His Own Weakness, one book; On the Virginity of Saint Mary, one book; Notes on the Daily Office, one book; Notes on Sacred Matters, one book; Notes on the Sacraments, one book; On the Knowledge of Baptism, one book; On the Progress of the Spiritual Desert, one book; Hymns of Various Kinds, one book; Various Sermons, one book; Many Epigrams, one book; also On the Mass, one book; Letters to Various Persons, one book; and several others. When this most blessed prelate Hildefonsus had completed to the end the book on the virginity of Mary, the most pure Mother of God, whom he had always been accustomed to serve with all the zeal he could and with the greatest devotion, the most holy Lady of the world appeared to him, holding that book in her hands and thanking him for such service, which she affirmed was most pleasing to her. He, wishing to honor her more highly, established that her solemnity should be celebrated every year on the eighth day before the Lord's Nativity; and that solemnity has now prevailed, so that throughout the whole church of the faithful it is celebrated in honor of her most pure conception on the sixth day before the Ides of December, that is, 8 December. Hence the blessed Mother of God again appeared to him and brought him a priestly garment, which we call an alb, and a chair; concerning these many wondrous and glorious things are told. He flourished.

Firmianus Lactantius: formerly a hearer and disciple of the rhetorician Arnobius, a man abundantly learned in secular letters and nobly instructed in the divine scriptures, so that in the art of speaking he easily obtained the first place after Cicero. He taught rhetoric gloriously, first at Nicomedia, then at Rome under Diocletian, having been summoned by him. There, when through a scarcity of pupils he had fallen into poverty, he was at last made tutor of Caesar Crispus, the son of Constantine, already an old man, in Gaul. He wrote many distinguished volumes, of which these are reported: On the Divine Institutes, one book, beginning “Great and excellent”; On the Origin of Error, one book, beginning “Although in the first book”; On False Wisdom, one book, beginning “I would wish it to be declared to me”; On True Wisdom, one book, beginning “As I was thinking and with my mind”; On Justice, to Constantine, one book, beginning “There is no doubt with me”; On True Worship, one book, beginning “What was his duty”; [unclear], beginning “It is well”; To Asclepiades, one book, beginning “I have often observed, Donatus”; On Persecution, one book, beginning “[unclear] I am by no means at rest”; Letters to Probus, three books.

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Letters to Severus: two books. A Symposium in hexameter verse: one book. An Epitome against the Gentiles: one book. Entitled On Grammar: one book. On Paradise, in hexameter: one book. “There is a happy place in the beginning.” He is said to have written not a few other works besides, but they have not come into our hands. He flourished under the emperor Constantine, to whom he was a very close friend, in A.D. 320.

Eusebius, bishop of the church of Caesarea in Palestine, surnamed Pamphili, formerly a disciple of the very learned eunuch Dorotheus, a most zealous restorer in the divine Scriptures: although he was an Arian, when he came to the first council of the fathers held at Nicaea, he laid aside his error and, following the judgment of the fathers, at their command composed the creed which is called Nicene; as testimony to his own most pure faith he offered it to them to be read and confirmed. In it he powerfully crushed the errors of the Arians, and nothing was either added to or taken away from his composition, but to this present day it is publicly sung in the church of God. After this, persevering in the orthodox faith, he was most holily brought to his end. He wrote many excellent volumes in Greek. Of these the following are current among the Latins, namely:

Against Porphyry: thirty books. On the prophet Isaiah: ten books. Expositions of the Gospel: twenty books. On Evangelical Preparation: thirteen books. “When what Christianity is.” Ecclesiastical History: ten books. “The successions of the holy apostles.” An Epitome of the Chronicle: one book. “Moses, of the Hebrew nation.” Theophanies: five books. On the Disagreement of the Evangelists: one book. Topics: one book. Apology for Origen: six books. And On Pamphilus: three books. On the whole Psalter: one book. Martyrology: one book. He also composed many other works, which have not come to my notice. He flourished under the great emperor Constantine, to whom he was a very close friend because of his outstanding learning and the holiness of his life, in A.D. [320?].

Rheticius, of the Aedui, bishop of Autun, a man zealous in the divine Scriptures, in his time a teacher of renowned reputation, is said to have written not a few little works, especially commentaries on the divine books; but we recall that few have come to our notice, namely:

On the Song of Songs: one book. Against Novatian: one book. Saint Jerome censures his exposition on the Song of Songs as inept. He flourished in Gaul under Constantine the Great, in A.D. 320.

Jacob, surnamed the Wise, bishop of Nisibis, a city of the Persians, a man of great learning and incomparable holiness, one of the number of the confessors under Maximian [unclear], was present at the Council of Nicaea; by the addition of homoousion he condemned the most impious Arius. This man of most holy conduct often freed the flock committed to him from many dangers by his prayers. He wrote for the edification of the faithful, in the Syriac language, not a few little works. Of these there are current:

On Faith: one book. Against All Heresies: one book. On General Charity: one book.

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On love of neighbor: one book. On fasting: one book. On prayer: one book. On resurrection: one book. On life after death: one book. On humility: one book. On patience: one book. On penance: one book. On satisfaction: one book. On virginity: one book. On the sense of the soul: one book. On circumcision: one book. On the blessing of unleavened bread: one book. On Christ, that he is the Son of God: one book. On chastity: one book. Against the Gentiles: one book. On the construction of the tabernacle: one book. On the conversion of the Gentiles: one book. On the kingdom of the Persians: one book. On the persecution of Christians: one book. Chronicle of the times: one book. On the words of Isaiah: one book. Thus the whole work already indicated comprises twenty-five books. He flourished under the great emperor Constantine, in the year of the Lord 330.

Methodius, bishop of Olympus in Lycia and afterward of Tyre, learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, a confessor and distinguished defender of the Christian faith and a diligent emulator of evangelical perfection, after publishing many volumes, was crowned with martyrdom for the faith of Christ in the last persecution, or, as others affirm, under Decius and Valerian, at Chalcis in Greece. He wrote quite a few volumes in a polished and well-composed style, of which these are reported:

Against Porphyry: two books. Symposium on the ten virgins: one book. On the resurrection: one book. On the woman with a divining spirit: one book. On the departure of the soul: one book. On Genesis: one book. On the Song of Songs: one book. On the last times: one book. “For it must be known, brothers.” Also a Chronicle: one book.

He flourished under the great emperor Constantine, or, as others hold, under Decius and Valerian, in the year of the Lord 255.

Antonius, monk and abbot, Egyptian by birth, a most holy man and an outstanding dweller in the desert, whose praises the whole world resounds, provided many with a rule of religious and blessed life. Though he had not learned letters, nevertheless he was so learned in the divine Scriptures that none of the doctors would presume to prefer himself to him. He had memory in place of books, understanding and sense in place of letters, grace in place of the study of reading. In the Egyptian language he dictated various letters, of apostolic sense and speech, to different monasteries. Of these that distinguished one is extant:

To the Arsenoites: one letter. To other monasteries: six letters.

Blessed Athanasius the bishop [wrote] his life in a distinguished Greek volume

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he described in discourse.

He flourished while Constantine the Great and his sons were reigning, in the year of the Lord 330, shining with many miracles.

Juvencus, a priest, Spanish by nation, a noble and most learned man, a philosopher, poet, rhetorician, and distinguished theologian, venerable to the Church no less for his way of life than for his knowledge of the Scriptures, published for the edification of readers many excellent volumes, both in meter and in prose; but few of them have come to my knowledge. I have read the distinguished work which he composed in hexameter and pentameter verses:

On the Four Gospels, 3 [4?] books. “Nothing immortal is held in the structure of the world.” On the Sacraments, 2 books.

The rest which he is said to have composed have not come into our hands.

He flourished under Constantine the Great and his sons, in the year of the Lord 330.

Eustachius, by birth a Pamphylian, first bishop of Beroea in Syria and then twenty-third bishop of Antioch after Peter, a learned and holy man, endured many hardships from the Arians for the Catholic faith. For, banished into exile to Trajanopolis of the Thracians, he died there; after the Arians invaded his church, they held it for many years. He wrote very many short works, chiefly against the Arians, and various other diverse treatises, namely:

Against the Arians, 3 books. Against Origen, 1 book. On the Soul, 1 book. Almost innumerable letters, 1 book.

He flourished in the times of Constantine and his sons, in the year of the Lord 330.

Athanasius, nineteenth bishop of the city of Alexandria, a holy man and most learned in the divine Scriptures, endured many persecutions from the Arians for the Catholic faith. Indeed, the whole world was narrow for him, with the Arians persecuting him everywhere, and nowhere did he seem safe, nowhere secure. For a man’s enemies were those of his own household. Fleeing, therefore, from the face of the emperor of the Arians, he came to Trier, a city of Gaul, where he was honorably received by Saint Maximinus the archbishop and hid with him for seven years in a cistern without water, which to this day is shown in the crypt at the monastery of Saint Maximinus in Trier. While lying hidden in this place for many years, as we have said, he did not see the sun; and there he composed the creed “Whoever wishes to be saved,” until at last, betrayed by a certain girl, he escaped again by flight. If anyone desires to know his deeds more fully, let him read the Tripartite History. He wrote almost countless short works in Greek. Among these I have found the following among the Latins:

You are one God: God the Father; God the Son. Now concerning the individual names of the persons. How in the one God. Here now concerning the several names. Here the person contradicting is. I ask of you concerning the unique deity. For which reason most earnestly. Without beginning of times, above all. When you have read this faith. To those who say that the Son of God was created. To the most blessed lord, and deservedly. Their first objection is. When at the city of Nicaea.

On the Unity of the Trinity, 1 book. On the Proper Persons of the Trinity, 1 book. On the Assumption of Man, 1 book. On the Names of the Trinity, 1 book. On the One Substance of the Trinity, 1 book. On the Blessedness of Faith, 1 book. On the Profession of the Catholic Rule, 1 book. On the Unity of Faith, 1 book. On the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, 1 book. On the Trinity of the Holy Spirit, 1 book. To Bishop Lucifer, 1 book. Against the Objections of the Arians, 1 book. A disputation against Arius [unclear], 1 book. Against Valens and Ursacius, 1 book. On Virginity, 1 book. On the Titles of the Psalms, 3 books.

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To the bishops of Egypt and Libya: one book. “All things whatsoever our Lord ...”

On the Holy Spirit: one book. “The letters of your holy charity ...”

Against the Gentiles: one book. “Of divine worship to the whole ...”

Against the Arians: one book. “Heresies, however many he himself ...”

Against the same: one book. “The raging Arians ...”

On the homoousion of the Father and the Son: one book. “Those who wickedly divine ...”

Dialogue with an Arian: one book. “It has been done by the providence of God ...”

Exhortation to the monks: one book. “And if anything to glory in ...”

Life of Saint Antony: one book. “Best in these things, brothers, [unclear] ...”

Symbol of his faith: one book. “Whoever wishes to be saved ...”

On all the epistles of Paul: fourteen books. “Paul. Nor Moses himself ...”

On the persecution of the Arians: two books.

On his flight and exile: one book. He published several letters to various persons, and also various sermons and treatises, which either have not yet been translated into Latin or have not come to my notice. He died in the time of the emperors Valentinian and Valens, in the year of the Lord 379, the forty-sixth of his priesthood, on the sixth day before the Nones of May, in the seventh indiction.

Theodorus, bishop of Heraclea of the Thracians, diligent and learned in the divine Scriptures, and an outstanding declaimer, of elegant and well-composed speech, produced commentaries on the sacred volumes, not to be despised for reading. Of these the following are reported:

On the Psalter: one book. On the Gospel of Matthew: one book. On the Gospel of John: one book. On the epistles of Paul: fourteen books. He is also said to have written some other works, but they have not come to my notice. He flourished in the times of Constantine II, in the year of the Lord 340.

Eusebius, bishop of Emesa, a man most learned in the divine writings, second to none in his time in delivering homilies to the people, a rhetorician-theologian most celebrated in everyone’s opinion, is said to have written many, almost innumerable, little works; but we have been able to find only the titles and numbers of a few, namely:

Against the Gentiles: one book. Against the Jews: one book. To the Novatians: one book. On the Epistle to the Galatians: ten books. Of many homilies: one book. Sermons to the people. He flourished when Constantine and his brothers were reigning, in the year of the Lord 350.

Oriphilius, Cypriot, bishop of [Litensis?] or Leucontheon, a man most learned both in divine and in secular writings, and easily the most eloquent of all prelates in his age, is said to have written not a few volumes and to have expounded the divine Scriptures in many ways; but I do not recall that anything of his works has come into our hands. His exposition is reported:

On the Song of Songs: one book. He flourished in the times of the emperor Constantius, in the year of the Lord 301.

Serapion, formerly bishop of [Monuseos?] and a very close friend of the blessed abbot Antony, was a man of such learning and eloquence that, because of the excellence of his talent, he received the surname Scholasticus. He is said to have written many little works. Of these the following are extant:

Against the Manichaean: one book. On the titles of the Psalms: one book.

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Several letters to various persons.

He flourished under the emperor Constantius, in the year of the Lord 341.

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Acacius, bishop of Caesarea in Palestine, a man indeed practiced in the divine Scriptures, but perverted by Arian impiety, was held in such great regard by the emperor Constantius that he obtained the appointment, in the place of Pope Liberius, of Felix, an Arian priest, as bishop. This Acacius, because he was one-eyed, was called Monoculus. He wrote many and various treatises, which truly would have been useful if they had had a Catholic author. Of these, the more important are said to be those which we have set down below:

On Ecclesiastes, 17 books.

[Sethematon], 1 book.

[Simmiton], 1 book.

He was distinguished under the emperor Constantius, in the year of the Lord 350.

Hilary, bishop of Poitiers in Aquitaine, a man highly venerable in character, life, and learning, suffered many wrongs from the Arians for the faith of Christ. For, through the faction of Saturninus, bishop of Arles, he was banished from the synod of Beziers to Phrygia; for four years he bore harsh exile with steadfast courage. There, by his prayers, he is read to have called a dead man back to life. Since he was a man most learned in every respect, he composed many little works. Concerning him, the following are reported as to their number:

Against Dioscorus, 1 book.

Against Valens and Ursatius, 1 book.

On the Holy Trinity against the Arians, 12 books. “As I consider.”

Defense of the Catholic Faith, 1 book. “God, who is everywhere, everywhere.”

Against the Arians, 1 book. “To the most beloved brothers.”

On the Gospel of Matthew, 1 book. “The step which Matthew.”

On the Synods, to the bishops of Gaul, etc., 1 book. “I had resolved with myself.”

On Certain Psalms, 22 treatises. “The time for speaking has now passed.”

On the Psalm “Blessed are the undefiled,” 42 treatises.

To the emperor Constantius, 3 books.

Hymns, 1 book.

Mysteries, 1 book.

On the Book of Job, 1 book. “To the most blessed, most glorious.”

Against Auxentius, 1 book.

On Heresies, 1 book.

On the Song of Songs, 1 book.

Chronicle, 1 book.

Letters to various persons, 1 book.

He also published some other works which have not come into our hands. At length, after returning from his exile to his own city, he died under the emperor Valentinian, in the year of the Lord 371, in the fourteenth indiction; his feast is celebrated on the Ides of January.

Victorinus Afer, a man of consular rank, the most celebrated rhetorician of all in his time, taught rhetoric in the city of Rome under the emperor Constantine, where, because of the excellence of his learning, he earned a bronze statue in the Forum of Trajan. Converted to the faith of Christ in his old age, he published many treatises on the holy Scriptures, in the dialectical manner, sufficiently obscure and scarcely accessible even to very learned men. Of these the following are extant:

Against the Arians, 1 book.

On the Holy Trinity, 1 book. “In the first discourse of this work.”

Against Heretics, 1 book. “Logos, or,” etc.

On the Homoousion also, 1 book. “Life lives, and life [is] one, not [unclear].”

On the Trinity, hymns, 1 book. “Be present, true light, Father.”

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On the Epistles of the apostle Paul: fourteen books. And certain other things. He flourished at Rome under the emperor Constantius II, in the year of the Lord 360.

Titus, bishop of Bostra, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and notably instructed in secular letters, keen and forceful in intellect, is said to have composed many little works, by which he transmitted the memory of his name with glory to posterity. Of these, the following are reported:

Against the Manichaeans: two books. Commentaries on the Gospel: one book. And many other things. He flourished in the year of the Lord 340. And he died under the emperor Valens.

Damasus, pope, a Spaniard by nation, sat after Liberius in the chair of Peter for eighteen years; a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and notably instructed in secular letters, a very celebrated rhetorician and poet, and highly skilled in composing verses; subtle in intellect, devout and most holy in life; greatly beloved of the priest Saint Jerome. He wrote various little works in both kinds. Of these the following are extant:

The Deeds of the Supreme Pontiffs: one book. “Blessed Peter, of the apostles...” On the Faith, against Heretics: one book. “After the Nicene council...” Letters to Various Persons: one book. “Damasus, bishop of the city...” Various poems. And other things. He flourished under Valentinian and Valens, in the year of the Lord 370.

Apollinaris of Laodicea, bishop in Syria, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and by far most learned in grammatical instruction, keen and forceful in intellect, distinguished in speech, wrote in defense of the Catholic faith certain very excellent volumes, by which he commended his name to posterity. Of these there is extant a work Against the mad Porphyry: thirty books, very celebrated. And certain other things. He flourished under the emperor Gratian, in the year of the Lord 380.

Didymus of Alexandria, blind from early childhood, and for this reason entirely ignorant even of the elements, presented so great a marvel of himself that he learned dialectic and geometry, which especially requires sight, to perfection. In the divine Scriptures he was most learned, the teacher of blessed Jerome and the very close friend of Saint Antony; keen in intellect and distinguished in life. He wrote in the Greek language the following works:

Against the Arians: two books. On Doctrines also: one book. On the Canonical Epistles: eight books. “James, etc., just as mortal...” On the Holy Spirit: one book. “All things indeed which are divine...” On the book of Saint Job: one book. On Isaiah the prophet: ten books. On Hosea, to Jerome: four books. On Zechariah, to the same: five books. On the Gospel of Matthew: one book. On the Gospel of John: one book. On the Psalter also: one book. And certain other things. He flourished as an octogenarian under the emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 395.

Optatus, bishop of Milevis, an African by nation, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, outstanding in intellect, devout and Catholic in life, is said to have written in defense of our faith certain excellent little works, in which he exercised his abundant intellect splendidly. Of these there is said to be extant a large and notable volume which he wrote:

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Against the Donatists: six books. And several letters. And many other things. He flourished under the emperors Valentinian and Valens, in the year of the Lord 370.

Basil, bishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia, a learned and most holy man, was of such authority among the Greeks that no one, however learned, ever dared to contradict him in any matter of doctrine or writings. He wrote many excellent little works in the Greek language, but few of them have come into our hands.

On the Holy Spirit: one book. Against Eunomius: one book. On the Hexaemeron: nine books. “In the beginning,” etc. [unclear]. The Rule of Monks: one book. “The human race.” An Exhortation of Monks: one book. “Hear, my son, the admonition.” On the Instruction of Boys: one book. On Faith: one book. “God indeed without inter-.” On Hidden Speech: one book. “God [gave] the use of speech.” On Several Psalms: one book. “All Scripture is divinely [inspired].” To a Fallen Virgin: one book. “It is time to cry out.” Several homilies. He also composed other treatises, sermons, and letters to various persons. He flourished under Valentinian and Valens, in the year of the Lord 380.

Ephrem, a monk and distinguished inhabitant of the desert, and deacon of the church of Edessa, was ordained priest by blessed Basil; because of his humility he now approached the divine mysteries to be performed, for he was held worthy before God and men. Nevertheless, so far as pertained to his office, in admonishing the people he delivered countless homilies. As is read in the Life of the Holy Fathers, he was seen to have received from an angel a book written in golden letters; from this, soon on the next day and thereafter, with the Holy Spirit speaking in him, he had such grace in declaiming that in his time he found no one like himself. He wrote, in the Syriac language for the instruction of readers, certain devout little works, of which the following are found among the Latins, namely:

On the Holy Spirit: one book. On Compunction of Heart: one book. “Grief compels me.” On Contrition of Heart: one book. “Come, my dearest ones, to me.” On Penance: one book. “Our Lord Jesus Christ, who.” On the Struggles of the World: one book. “In the struggles of this.” On the Day of Judgment: one book. “Come, most beloved brothers.” On the Resurrection: one book. “Glory to almighty God.” On the Blessedness of the Soul: one book. “Blessed is he who has hated.” On Thoughts: one book. “In the holy Scriptures.” On Hard Preaching: one book. “Whenever, brothers.” On the Celebration of the Mysteries: one book. “I ask you, brothers.” Lamentation over the City of Edessa: one book. He also published not a few other works, especially sermons and homilies to the people, which have not yet come to my knowledge. He flourished under Valentinian and Valens, a very close friend of blessed Basil, as you will be able to find in his legend, in the year of the Lord 380.

Gregory, bishop of [Nyssa?], brother of blessed Basil, prelate of Caesarea in Cappadocia, a man very studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, stirred by zeal for his brother, himself also wrote some little works in the Greek language. Of these I have found among our people only:

On the Image and Formation of Man: one book. “Man, from the rational soul.” Against Eunomius: two books.

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He flourished, the younger brother, under the emperors Valentinian and Valens; he composed various works. In the year of the Lord 480.

Gregory, formerly a monk, bishop of Nazianzus, a man of such great learning, integrity, and eloquence that not even his adversaries dared in any way to contradict the things said by him; so much so that, for confirming an authority, it was enough that Gregory had merely said something. He was a cultivator and lover of the monastic life; when, because of the excellence of his learning and the holiness of his life, he was called to the episcopate, he fled and hid himself, preferring to be abject in the house of the Lord rather than to be exalted among the crowd with perishable honors. But almighty God did not will so bright a light to be hidden under the bushel of the aforesaid way of life, since it could be extended to the salvation of many. Found, therefore, by divine indication, he was led by the people to the episcopal see, and immediately, in excuse for his flight, there was dictated the solemn homily in which the governance of souls is shown to be the art of arts. On account of his distinguished learning and holiness of life this Gregory was called Gregory the Great before the blessed pope of the same name. He wrote many small works in the Greek tongue. Of these the following are extant:

On the death of his brother Caesarius: one book. On the praise of Cyprian the martyr: one book. On the praise of Bishop Athanasius: one book. On the praise of Maximus the philosopher: one book. A denunciation against the same: one book. On virginity, in hexameter: one book. On the Holy Spirit: one book. Apologetic works, when he had fled: one book. On the Nativity of the Lord: one book. On the fruitful Epiphanies: one book. On the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost: one book. On himself, after returning from the country: one book. On Jeremiah, in the presence of the emperor: one book. On the reconciliation of a monk: one book. On the devastation by hail: one book. Against Eunomius: one book. Against Julian the Apostate: one book.

He published many sermons and homilies, and various treatises on diverse subjects, which have not come to my knowledge. At length, worn out by old age, when he saw that he could no longer be adequate for governing the people, he ordained another bishop in his place and returned to the pursuit of his beloved solitude.

He flourished under Valentinian and Theodosius. In the year of the Lord 490.

One book. I confess that I have been defeated. Christ is born; glorify him. Again my Jesus. I was longing for you, O. On the solemnity of this. I grieve for my belly. He loosed our tongue. What praiseworthy [unclear].

Eutropius, monk and priest, a man of most religious way of life, very devoted and learned in the divine Scriptures, and fully instructed in secular letters, is said to have composed some small works. Of these the following alone are known to us by title:

To two virgins, sisters: one book. Chronicle, and up to his own times: one book.

He flourished under the emperors Valentinian and Valens. In the year of the Lord three hundred seventieth. There are also those who write that he was a disciple of Augustine and flourished in the year of the Lord 430.

Es[y]tius, priest and monk, formerly hearer and disciple of the blessed Gregory, bishop of Nazianzus, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, admonished by the example of his teacher, is said to have written many small works of explanations on the divine books, and to have composed various volumes both on the New and on the Old Testament, which have not yet come into our hands. I have read only that distinguished work of great size which he wrote to Euthicianus, the venerable deacon:

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. [unclear].

On Leviticus: one book. To the venerable deacon Eu[unclear]. Of the rest I have seen nothing. He flourished under the emperors Arcadius and Honorius, in the year of the Lord 400.

Ambrose, bishop of Milan, a Roman by birth, a man most celebrated for faith and holiness, easily the most learned of all in divine Scriptures and in secular letters, perfectly trained in Greek and Latin speech; his merit the whole world proclaims, and holy mother Church confirms his works and books with a great proclamation of authority. In expounding and explaining the divine Scriptures he surpassed all teachers; no earthly power could ever break his faith, so that, though many bishops had been banished into exile for the faith, no one ever dared to touch Ambrose. For he was like a hammer of heretics, a most steadfast assailant; no human authority could ever impose silence on his tongue when it spoke in the faith of Christ.

Always ready to undergo any dangers for the faith, with the Lord protecting him, he escaped everywhere free and unharmed. He wrote many excellent little works, of which I have found only the following:

On Duties: three books. Not wishing to seem arrogant. On the Calling of the Gentiles: two books. Among the defenders of free [will?]. Hexaemeron: six books. So much of opinion. On Human Dignity: one book. Let us make man according to. On Paradise: one book. Concerning Paradise [unclear]. On Cain and Abel: two books. Concerning Paradise in the preceding. On Noah’s Ark: one book. We undertake holy Noah. On Abraham the Patriarch: two books. Abraham, of this book. On Isaac and the Soul: one book. In the father, for us, of holy Isaac [unclear]. On the Good of Death: one book. Since concerning the soul in the preceding. On Flight from the World: one book. Often for us concerning escape [unclear]. On Naboth the Jezreelite: one book. Necessary for discipline. On Elijah and Fasting: one book. The life of the saints is a rule for others. On Tobit: one book. First of all, how much we learn. On Interpellations: four books. The story of Naboth, at the time. Apology of David: one book. A divine [unclear] for the present has resounded [unclear]. On Solomon: one book. When the prophetic book had been read, which. On the Mysteries for Those Being Initiated: five books. Many disturbances for us. On the Sacraments: one book. The apology of the prophet David. On Pastoral Care: one book. It is quite remarkable, dearly beloved. On the Faith, to Gratian: two books. Concerning moral matters, a daily. On the Mystery of Easter: one book. Brothers, I desire to discharge the debt. On the Death of His Brother: one book. The mystery of Easter concerning. On Faith in the Resurrection: one book. We have brought down, beloved brothers. On Repentance: one book. In the preceding book, something. Exhortation to Virgins: one book. If that is the end of virtues. To a Devoted Virgin: one book. I admonish you, brothers. To a Fallen Virgin: one book. If according to the heavenly sentence.

[Unclear] Ambrose, [unclear] doctor [unclear].

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Against Symmachus: one book, “Ambrose, bishop, to the most blessed ...” A Consolation for Valentinian: one book, “Although the increase ...” Against Auxentius: one book, “Dalmatius the tribune ... me ...” On Handing Over the Basilicas: one book, “I see that you, beyond the usual ...” On the Instruction of a Virgin: one book, “You entrust to me a pledge ...” On the Death of Theodosius: one book, “This earthquake for us ...” On the Instruction of Priests: one book, “You have undertaken the office of priesthood ...” On Circumcision: one book, “No ordinary [matter] most people ...” On the Synagogue, to Theodosius: one book, “The army always with continual ...” The Revelation of Gervasius and Protasius: one book, “To my lady sister, of my life and eyes ...” On the Passion of Saint Agnes: one book, “Ambrose to the virgins of Christ ...” On Choosing a Bishop: one book. On Judgments: one book. On Saint Job: one book. On the Forty-Two Stations: one book. Of Hymns and Prefaces: one book. On the Epistles of Paul: fourteen books, “Although also with a mystical veil ...” Letters to Various Persons: ten books, “You admonish well, brother ...” On the Gospel of Luke: ten books, “As we are about to write on the book of the Gospel ...” Of Many Sermons: one book, “We gladly preach ...” On Certain Psalms: treatises, or eleven books; he wrote [unclear]. He also published some other works, which have not come to my knowledge. Finally, he is said to have made Hegesippus and certain others Latin from Greek. He flourished under the most merciful emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 380.

Philastrius, bishop of Brescia, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, was known to and intimate with blessed Ambrose of Milan. Saint Augustine mentions him in a certain letter written to Quodvultdeus. For the common benefit he wrote certain excellent little works, none of which I remember to have come into our hands. With blessed Augustine as witness in the same place, an outstanding work of his is reported, which he wrote: On 156 Heresies: one book, “The Simonians from Simon ...” I have not seen the rest. He flourished under the most Christian emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 380.

Evagrius, a monk, disciple of Saint Macarius the Egyptian, afterwards bishop of Antioch, a man most learned in every respect, educated in both secular and divine writings, skilled in Greek and Latin eloquence, and even in the episcopate preserving the austerity of his former life, was of such abstinence that he was regarded as a marvel. He was the first to commend the life of the holy fathers to writing; from his own vein he published many little works, of which, however, very few have come to my knowledge. The following are reported as his: To the Anchorites, very useful: one book, “The priest Evagrius to Innocent ...” Also To the Cenobites: one book. On the Eight Principal Vices: one book. Exhortatory Pieces to a Virgin: one book. He made the Life of Antony Latin: one book. On the Life of the Holy Fathers: one book. He also wrote many other things and translated from Greek into Latin works unknown to us. He flourished under the prince Gratian, in the year of the Lord 380.

Maximus, bishop of Constantinople, an Alexandrian by birth, a philosopher and distinguished theologian, in whose praise Gregory Nazianzen published a book, endured many injuries from the Arians and, finally driven from the episcopate, wrote many things against them. Of these there survives an outstanding work addressed to Gratian:

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 16

Against the Arians: one book. The rest are unknown to me. He flourished in Greece under Emperor Gratian, in the year of the Lord 380.

Ambrosius, a priest, Alexandrian by nation, once a hearer and disciple of Didymus the Blind, learned the divine Scriptures magnificently as Didymus explained them, and composed various expositions on them, which among the Greeks at that time were held at a great price. Of these, the following are reported among us:

Commentaries on Job: [unclear] book. Against Apollinaris of Laodicea: [unclear] book. He flourished under the emperors Theodosius and Arcadius, in the year of the Lord 400.

Petronius, bishop of Bologna, a monk in his manner of life, very learned and eloquent in the divine Scriptures, revered no less for holiness than for knowledge, shone with many miracles in life and after death, as is read in his history. Among other things he wrote:

On the Life of the Holy Fathers: [unclear] book. On the Ordination of a Bishop: [unclear] book. And other works unknown to us. He died under Theodosius and Valentinian, in the year of the Lord 385, in the fourteenth indiction.

Pachomius, abbot, a most magnificent founder of the monks of his time, founder of many monasteries, and a man of most holy way of life, shining with many miracles in life and after death, since he was a learned man, instructed in the divine Scriptures, wrote many letters for the edification of the brethren. Of these, the following are reported:

To Abbot Cornelius: one letter. To Abbot Syrus: one letter. To the superiors of the monasteries: one letter. To the brothers working outside: one letter. Also a Rule for Monks: one book. He flourished under the emperors Valentinian and Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 390.

Aurelius Clemens Prudentius, a Christian poet, a man very learned in secular literature, sufficiently skilled in the divine Scriptures, excellent in verse and prose, was held for fifty-seven years by the loves of the world. He read and expounded many small works of the poets, and from his own vein wrote many profound poems. At last, however, in old age, after rejecting the vanity of the world, he betook himself to the sacred Scriptures; in verse and prose he expounded many hidden things of both Testaments. He wrote many excellent small works. Of these, after the measure of the meter had been made, I found the following:

Against Symmachus the Idolater: one book. “Paul, herald of God, who savage...” On Struggle: one book. “A faithful old man, first...” On the Divinity: one book. “God is three highest things.” Against the Patripassians: one book. “There are very many things, but few...” Against the Sabellians: one book. “Yield, profaner of Christ...” Against the Jews: one book. “These things, if Jewish; if in...” On the Hexaemeron: six books. “There are those who, akin to the Jewish...” Of Various Hymns: one book. “It is worthwhile, cloud...” Praises of Saint Vincent: one book. “The winged messenger of the day, the light...” Praises of Saint Lawrence: one book. “Blessed martyr, make the day prosperous...” Praises of Romanus against the Gentiles: one book. “The ancient parent of the shrines...” Histories: one book. “Romanus, brave man of Christ...” “Eve was a dove, then can...”

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On the nature of the soul: one book. On the resurrection of the flesh: one book. On the martyrs: one book. On the state of the soul: one book. Hamartigenia: one book. On the hope of pardon, a prayer, or book. Against the Marcionites: one book. Peristephanon: one book. He also wrote not a few letters. He also published some other works, which have not come into our hands. He flourished under the emperor Gratian, in the year of the Lord 380.

John, monk and priest of Damascus, a learned and holy man, about whom wonderful things are related because of the excellence of his teaching and the sincerity of his life, held in great esteem at Constantinople and appointed prelate of the monks, turned many away from wickedness. He wrote in Greek some treatises of profound meaning, but few of them have come into our hands. I have read only that distinguished work:

On the tradition of the orthodox faith: three books. “No one has ever seen God.” The History of Barlaam and Josaphat: one book. Of the rest I have seen nothing. He flourished under Theodosius, the most devout prince, in the year of the Lord 490.

Iconius the African, whom blessed Augustine records in the third book On Christian Doctrine to have belonged to the Donatist party, although in certain matters he disagrees with them, was certainly an acute man and much practiced in the divine Scriptures. He wrote not a few treatises, of which these are reported, namely:

On internal war: three books. An expository work on various causes: one book. On the Apocalypse of John: one book. Rules of Sacred Scripture: one book. Several letters to various persons, and many other works. He flourished when Theodosius and his sons were ruling, in the year of the Lord 390.

Heraclides the monk, a man holy in conduct and distinguished in learning in the divine Scriptures, a most diligent [unclear] of the holy fathers, anchorites and monks, gathering the flowers of virtues into the little garden of his heart, produced the honey of spiritual sweetness. Among other things he wrote, for the edification of readers, a distinguished work on the life and conduct of the holy fathers living in the wilderness or in monasteries under a rule, whose title is:

Paradise: one book. He flourished in the times of the emperor Gratian, in the year of the Lord 380.

Amphilochius, bishop of Iconium, a man very studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, sufficiently imbued also with secular letters, and no less worthy of the priesthood by his manner of life than by his knowledge of the Scriptures, wrote among other things the useful work:

On the Holy Spirit: one book. Of the rest which he is said to have composed, nothing has come to my knowledge. He flourished in the times of the devout emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 390.

Epiphanius, bishop of Salamis, a city of Cyprus, a man sufficiently learned in the divine Scriptures and of such holiness that he deserved to be illumined with the spirit of prophecy and to become a performer of many miracles. He was a very close friend of blessed Jerome and wrote several letters to him. If anyone desires to know his deeds, let him read the Tripartite History. He composed some treatises, of which these are reported:

On ninety heresies: one book. “The Simonians from Simon.” “Here he meets those who are in doubt; discuss.” “I ask for my body in Christ.” “Written in heaven of two.” “Whoever errs [unclear] of ours.” “Brothers Ephebus the gravedigger, etc.” “O goddess, all equal souls give.” “Whither does rage hurl you?” “The more faithful innocent [unclear].”

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 2

Against all heresies: one book. On the errors of Origen: one book. To Theophilus of Alexandria: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. And certain other works. To the most beloved lord and son. He flourished under the most religious emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 390.

Theophilus, the twenty-first bishop of the church of Alexandria, a man devoted to the Scriptures and a most vigorous assailant of the Origenists, who burned with great discord against Saint John Chrysostom and compelled him, driven from the episcopate by plots, to die in exile, as is contained more fully in the histories of the ancients. He is said to have written certain little works, of which few have come to my knowledge. There is extant by him, to various persons on various matters: Letters: one book. To Epiphanius on heresies: one book. On Easter: one book. To the most beloved lord, a[unclear]. He also published many other things, as may be gathered from the letter of blessed Jerome addressed to him, in which he asks that they be sent to him to be translated. He flourished under the emperors Theodosius and Valentinian, in the year of the Lord 390.

Antiochus, bishop of a certain city, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and nobly instructed in secular letters; his character and learning commended him to his people. He wrote for the edification of readers certain excellent volumes, of which these are reported the more important: Against avarice: two books. On the illumination of the man born blind: one book. Several homilies to the people: one book. And other works unknown to us. He flourished under the emperors Theodosius and Arcadius, in the year of the Lord 390.

Macarius, an Egyptian monk, formerly a disciple of the blessed father Antony, a devout man of most holy life, of whom many miracles are told, and how he even obtained voices of the dead from their tombs for the confirmation of the faith. He sent a letter useful to all religious persons: To monks: one book. It begins: Certainly at first, if he shall have begun. And others to other persons. He flourished in great holiness under the emperors Constantine and Constantius, in the year of the Lord 450. His deeds are extant.

Faustinus, a priest, very learned in the sacred Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, of the party of Lucifer, and for that reason deservedly blameworthy. He wrote many excellent volumes, which are judged useful for the confutation of heretics. Of these I have found only the titles of a few: Against the Arians and Macedonians: seven books. An Apology to Valentinian: one book. He flourished under Valentinian and Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 370.

Jerome, priest and monk, born of his father Eusebius from the town of Stridon, a man very learned in secular letters, and among all the doctors most learned in the divine Scriptures; distinguished by knowledge of many languages; interpreter of the sacred law; a prudent hammer of heretics; bringing forth from his treasury new things and old, and giving to his fellow servants at the proper time the measure of spiritual wheat, he stripped the proud Hebrews and enriched the humble Latins. This is the true evangelical steward, faithful and prudent, who, bringing forth from his treasury new things and old, and giving to his fellow servants at the proper time the measure of spiritual wheat, stripped the proud Hebrews and enriched the humble Latins. This is the distinguished doctor of the Church of Christ, who, with his pious mother Rebecca, that is, the grace of God, brought forth the hidden things of Esau, wandering through the byways of errors, [unclear], and [unclear] the meek Jacob, faithful and serving Christ [unclear].

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[unclear]. This is Jerome, sincere lover of Jesus Christ, who, letting no time pass idly, meditated day and night on the law of the Lord, and, scarcely granting his body the sleep necessary for it, always, by day and by night, wrote, read, taught, or prayed; this is attested by the almost countless books which he published. This defender of truth, cultivator of virtue, most bitter enemy of vices, when he was a priest of the Roman Church and steadfastly rebuked the crimes of the clergy, withdrew from the city because of their envy; and coming to Judea he visited the glorious sepulchre of the Lord, and, establishing for himself a place of habitation beside the Bethlehemite manger, became known as famous to the whole world, divine providence surely arranging this: that he who was to be a light of the world should rest there where the true Sun of justice had made himself known to men by being born. A holy and fitting inhabitant of the most holy place, firm in faith, kindled with charity, mature in his way of life, who could not be seduced by prosperity, whom no adversity ever cast down from his holy purpose. But why, a foul praiser, do I touch the holy head of the man with impure lips? It would have been more fitting for me humbly to keep silent than shamelessly to speak of so holy a man. Now therefore let us record in order what we have found concerning his writings and minor works:

Of these, the following are:

We believe in God, the Father almighty.

We believe in one God, the Father.

Almighty God, Father, Son, Holy Spirit.

Very few days have passed.

Recently, when asked by the brothers.

Many portents in the world.

It recently happened that a certain.

Not boldly, as falsely.

Already written to [Ctesiphon?].

About ten years ago.

If, according to Paul the Apostle, what.

And by your letters, those of many.

Having read the letters of your Prudence.

[Unclear] I have not written to you up to now.

Never, son Oceanus, [unclear] to be.

To the most blessed Pope Damasus.

And it happened in the year in which.

You sent me a volume.

In the previous letter which.

In the seventy-seventh psalm, which.

The inquiry of your Blessedness.

Unknown to me in face, in faith.

My son Apodemius.

You ask me that for you.

At the very moment now of departure.

To the truly holy lord, blessed.

Before you, Cyprian, [presbyter?].

I know, daughter Principia.

At your very frequent request.

Eusebius, who from blessed [Pamphilus?].

These are the words which he spoke.

You urge me, Dexter, to trans[late?].

Now you wish, sharply, my brother.

Paul the Apostle, in the presence of the king.

To the most beloved brothers.

Brother Ambrose: your [letter] to me.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 18

On the perfect man: one book. On obedience and the oath: one book. On the three virtues: one book. On the instruction of a daughter: one book. On honoring parents: one book. On the life of clerics, to Nepotianus: one book. On the same subject, to Oceanus: one book. To Rusticus, on the life of a bishop: one book. A rule for nuns, to Eustochium: one book. On virginity, to Eustochium: one book. Likewise on virginity: one book. To Demetrias, on the same subject: one book. On the right manner of living: one book. On monogamy: one book. To Heliodorus, not yet a bishop: one book. On the Paschal candle: one book. On the monastic life, to Rusticus: one book. A consolation for a sick friend: one book. On continence, to Rusticus: one book. To the fallen Susanna: one book. To the fallen deacon Sabinianus: one book. On the two sons: one book. On the eighty-four heresies: one book. Against heretics: one book. Against Montanus: one book. On the origin of the soul, to Augustine: one book. On the monastic life: one book. On the Assumption of Saint Mary: one book. On the testament of Gerontius: one book. The Life of Paul, the first hermit: one book. The Life of Saint Hilarion: one book. The Life of the captive monk: one book. The Life of Saint Paula: one book. On the woman struck seven times: one book. The Life of the holy fathers: one book. On the death of Nebridius: one book. On the life and death of Marcella: one book. The epitaph of Nepotianus: one book. The epitaph of Fabiola: one book. Interpretations of Hebrew names: one book. On the faith and conduct of Christians: one book. On humility and patience: one book. A chronicle of history of every kind: one book. On questions concerning Paralipomena: one book. On the Song of Deborah: one book. On Isaiah the prophet: one book.

Behold, again I write to you. Excuse my presumption. Three virtues, in a certain manner. The blessed apostle Paul wrote. By the merits of parents under [unclear]. You ask of me, Nepotianus. Sophronius Eusebius Jerome. It was indeed sufficient for your faith. Growing lukewarm in the members. Hear, daughter, see, and [unclear]. How great in heavenly things. Among all the subjects which. The old writing, celebrated. You entreat with suppliant letters. On the old road a new [unclear]. With how great love and zeal. Jerome, by the protection of a brother. Nothing is happier for a Christian. Although most certainly [unclear]. Unknown to an unknown person. Why are you silent, soul? why. Samuel once mourned. Indeed, concerning all writings. The Simoniacs from Simon. Everything that exists is either of talent. Testimonies concerning John. To the truly holy and blessed lord. A good man from the treasure. You compel me, O Paula. All my senses. Often treating among many. About to write the life of the blessed man. He who in a naval battle [unclear]. If all things of my body. Blessed be God, who wills all. I fear lest the duty [unclear]. Often much [unclear]. Great subjects. There are many years since [unclear]. Philo, most eloquent. David, glorious in the Psalms. Although to me of many. Eusebius Jerome. Aleph: a thousand, or teaching. You summon us to great things. Those who at the beginnings of books. There was one man of [unclear]. To Heber two were born. Deborah sang. After a long [unclear] had been completed. xviii c4

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On Jeremiah: 20 books. After the explanation of the Twelve. On Ezekiel: 14 books. Having finished the eighteen on Isaiah. On Daniel: 2 books. Against Daniel the prophet. On Hosea the prophet: 3 books. If in the explanations. On Joel: 3 books. Not the same order of the twelve prophets. On Amos the prophet: 1 book. Amos the prophet who follows. On Obadiah: 1 book. When I was a little child. On Jonah: 1 book. About three years have passed. On Micah: 2 books. The word of the Lord which came. On Nahum the prophet: 1 book. In the times of Jonathan. On Habakkuk: 1 book. According to the seventy interpreters. On Zephaniah: 1 book. First of the chromatic [unclear]. On Haggai: 1 book. The word of the Lord which came. On Zechariah: 1 book. Jeremiah, prophet of the Lord. On Malachi: 1 book. In the second year of King Darius. On the Gospel of Luke: 1 book. God through Moses to the people. On Ecclesiastes: 1 book. I remember that before this. On the Proverbs of Solomon: 5 books. Parables in Greek, in Latin. On the Song of Songs: 4 books. A little epithalamium book. On the Gospel of Matthew: 4 books. It must be known, lest anyone be ignorant. On [unclear]: 1 book. Every scribe learned in. The Gospel of John: 1 book. On the four Gospels anagogically: 4 books. First it must be asked of all. On Paul’s Epistle to the Romans: 5 books. There are very few days. On the two Epistles to the Corinthians: 2 books. A wise man, what. On the Epistle to the Galatians: 3 books. Although they are not worthy. On the Epistle to the Ephesians: 3 books. Those who do not wish among the epistles. On the Epistle to the Philippians: 1 book. On the Epistle to the Colossians: 1 book. On the two Epistles to the Thessalonians: 3 books. On the two Epistles to Timothy: 3 books. On the Epistle to Titus: 1 book. On the Epistle to Philemon: 1 book. On the Acts of the Apostles: 1 book. On the Apocalypse: 1 book. Epistles to various persons: 1 book. On certain Psalms: 6 books. The whole Psalter [unclear]. On the priestly vestment: 1 book. Even to this day in the reading. To Dardanus, on the promised land: 1 book. You ask, Dardanus. To Pammachius, an Apology: 1 book. What to you up to now has not. Epistles to various persons: 1 book. Every ancient [unclear]. Many sermons: 1 book. It is fitting, brothers, [unclear].

These are the works from the writings of the most blessed teacher Jerome which at present have occurred to us as needing to be recorded. Nor do we doubt that he wrote more things which are not contained in this catalogue, especially because they either are unknown to us, or remain scattered among many things. For among all the doctors of the Church none was of more benefit than Jerome: besides innumerable little works, he translated the Old Testament from Hebrew into Latin, corrected the New according to the Greek truth, and faithfully offered it to the Church to be read. He also made many volumes of the Greeks Latin, namely those of Origen, Josephus the Jew, Eusebius of Caesarea, Didymus of Alexandria, Victorinus the martyr, and others.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. j9

At length he died after many labors, full of days, under the emperors Honorius and Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 422, in the fifth indiction, on the last day of the month of September, at the hour of compline, in the ninety-ninth year of his age. He was buried at Bethlehem, shining with many miracles; Eusebius, his disciple, wrote his life.

Audentius, a Spanish bishop, a man whose talent was exercised in the divine Scriptures, wrote against the Manichaeans, Sabellians, and Arians, but with special intention against the Photinians, who afterward were called Bonosiacs, a notable work, which is said to have been entitled:

On the Faith, Against Heretics, one book.

He also published some other works, which have by no means come to my knowledge.

Rufinus, monk and priest of the church of Aquileia, an eloquent man and very learned in the divine Scriptures, skilled in Greek and Latin speech, was of no small reputation among the ecclesiastical doctors. Although his writings are many, nevertheless they are counted among the apocrypha, distinction 15, Sancta romana, because he wrote invective letters against the most holy man Jerome, as can be understood from reading them. But afterward, when they returned to the harmony of brotherly love, the works of Rufinus were made authentic insofar as they were not said to be contrary to Jerome. Concerning the writings of Rufinus, therefore, the following are reported:

On the Prophet Hosea, one book.

On the Prophet Amos, one book.

On the Prophet Joel, one book.

On His Faith, to Bishop Laurentius, one book. “To me indeed, most faithful father.”

Invectives Against Jerome, three books. “I have read your writings, [unclear].”

On His Faith, to Anastasius, one book. “I have heard that certain men, when among.”

On the Blessings of the Patriarchs, one book.

On the Sacraments, one book.

Exhortation to Proba, one book.

Additions to the Ecclesiastical History, three books. He flourished in the times of the emperors Arcadius and Honorius, and wrote many and various works, in the year of the Lord 400.

John, bishop of Constantinople, [unclear] of the eloquence of Eusebius, bishop of Emesa, is named Chrysostom, that is, “golden mouth.” He was a man very learned in the divine Scriptures, of outstanding talent in declaiming homilies to the people, and no less distinguished for holiness than for learning; he was held by the people in great reverence and love. This most blessed prelate suffered many injuries from Theophilus of Alexandria, and by his fraudulent and deceitful machinations was driven from the episcopate into exile, as is found in his life and in the Tripartite History. He wrote many volumes in Greek; of these I, among the Latins, have seen only the following:

“When I behold you, blessed [unclear].”

That No One Is Harmed Except by Himself, one book. “I know that to the coarser.”

On the Restoration of the Fallen, one book. “Who will give water to my head.”

On the Gospel of Matthew, three books. “As they report Matthew.”

On the Gospel of John, 87 homilies, one book. “They who [unclear] the contests.”

On Paul’s Epistle to the Hebrews, six books. “In many ways and in many.”

To Stagirius the Monk, Possessed by a Spirit, three books. “There is certainly nothing.”

“It had indeed been fitting for a man.” c. 5

John Chrysostom.

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On the priesthood with Basil: book. To Eutropius also: book. On the beginning of Mark: book. On the rich man according to Luke: book. On the cross and the thief: book. On the psalm Miserere: homily. On Psalm 122: homily. On Psalm 150: homily. On blessed Job: homily. On the ascent of Elijah: homily. On the seven Maccabees: homily. On the three boys: homily. On Susanna in Daniel: homily. On penitence: homily. On the rich man and the poor man: homily. On the resurrection of Lazarus: homily. On the Canaanite woman: homily. On the scandals of this world: homily. On Saint John the Baptist: homily. On receiving Bishop Severian: homily. On fasting and the reading of Genesis: homily. On the instruction of discipline: homily. When he was treating of his exile: homily. On spiritual warfare: homily. On Christian warfare: homily. To the newly baptized: homily. On the turtle-dove: homily. On his return from Asia: homily. After the return from the first exile: homily. On faith in Christ: homily. On the betrayal of Judas: homily. On the Lord's cross: homily. On the Lord's ascension: homily. On Pentecost: homily. On the Lord's nativity: homily. On the beheading of John: homily. On the dignity of the first man: homily. On the fall of the first man: homily. On the faith of Abraham: homily. On Jacob and Esau: homily. On Joseph: homily. On the mercy of God: homily. Against avarice: homily. On the cause of sin: homily. On gluttony and pleasures: homily. On humanity and mercy: homily. On fleeing vainglory: homily. That we should be grateful to God: homily. Against despair: homily.

Many indeed to me of their own. Six. Always indeed, but now especially. One. That living creature which in [unclear]. One. There was a certain rich man. One. On this day the Lord. Two. Painters imitate [unclear]. Two. To you I have lifted up my eyes. Two. Praise the Lord in his saints. Two. Yet, dearest brothers. Two. Among certain ancients. Two. How beautiful, pleasing. Two. The speech of the three boys. Two. The holy readings of the divine. Two. With provident mind [unclear]. Two. Meadowed, wooded places. Two. With great amazement, brothers. Two. Rich storms, restless. Two. Woe to the world because of scandals. Two. Of John it is said: he was sent. Two. Just as the body cleaves to the head. Two. Pleasant indeed to those born is. Two. Instruction is the guardian of discipline. Two. Many indeed are the waves. Two. Good indeed are useful things. Two. All men who are eager for themselves. Two. Of all things indeed from the Scriptures. Two. Blessed be God; behold the stars. Two. The turtle-dove, lover of the wilderness. Two. Moses, that great servant of God. Two. What shall I say? What shall I speak? [unclear]. One. If you believe that God was the Word. One. In few words today it is necessary. One. What shall I say? What shall I speak? What. One. When from our cross [unclear]. One. Today for us earth has been made heaven. One. And she laid him in a manger. One. Alas for me, what shall I do? Whence. One. The dignity of human origin. One. No one who does not know the beginning. One. Faith belongs to most holy religion. One. Rebecca was carrying twins. One. He is sent by Jacob, the holy father. One. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. One. Our evils must be overthrown. One. Come then, if it pleases [you], [unclear]. One. The body to us remaining. One. Listen, brothers, to Paul saying. One. What then of vainglory. One. Thanks are to be given by us to God. One. Let us imitate Paul himself. One. If anyone by nature in [unclear] of mind. One.

On Ecclesiastical Writers

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On giving alms: one homily. “What, when someone asks for alms.” On blessing those who curse: one homily. “A desire comes to me to groan.” On restraining concupiscence: one homily. “Having been roused from sleep itself.” On mercy toward the poor: one homily. “How, then, are they worthy?” On avoiding scandal: one homily. “Observe how greatly Paul.” On loving persecutors: one homily. “Let us join ourselves to one another.” On consolations: one homily. “As by food life.” On distributing riches: one homily. “If craftsmen who [work] with their hands.” On praising God with formed faith: one homily. “Let us also imitate the patriarch.” On the love of God: one homily. “Let us also pursue heavenly things.” On the rewards of the saints and Gehenna: one homily. “By no means the same equally for all the blessed.” On concealing good works: one homily. “The management of your affairs.” On hope and presumption: one homily. “Let no one despair if through.” On contempt of the world: one homily. “As [unclear] in the days.” On charity: one homily. “I love charity best.” An exhortation to a good life: one homily. “This very thing most nearly to perdition.” To Theodore the monk: one book. “If I could [send] tears with letters.” To Cyriacus the bishop, on exile: one book. “Again I shall exhaust the field.”

He also wrote many homilies, sermons, and almost innumerable letters, which have not come into our hands. At length, after many labors and holy exercises, by the treachery of Theophilus of Alexandria and of the empress Eudoxia, he died in exile in Pontus, on the sixth day before the Kalends of February, in the year of the Lord 411, in the ninth indiction.

Severianus, bishop of Gabala, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and an admirable teacher in delivering homilies to the people, was of incredible eloquence. Hence he was frequently summoned to Constantinople by the blessed John, the above-mentioned bishop, and by the emperor Arcadius to deliver a sermon. To this man Saint John commended his people when he was compelled into exile, venerating not only his teaching but also the merit of his life. But Severianus, commending himself to the people more than was fitting, supplied kindling matter for discord between himself and John. But when the patriarch returned from exile, they returned to the bonds of brotherly love, as the homily given afterward in the church of Constantinople testifies. Of the writings of Severianus, a most learned man, few are held among the Latins, and still fewer have come into our hands:

On the Epistle to the Galatians: one book. On baptism and Epiphany: one book. In the church of Constantinople: one homily. “At the coming of the Lord and [unclear].” On the death of the innocents: one homily. “Whither zeal tends, whither [unclear].”

There also survive among us certain other homilies of his, brief indeed but very useful. Concerning his other little works, although many are reported, I have so far found nothing. He flourished under Arcadius and Honorius, at the same time as John Chrysostom, in the year of the Lord 400.

Tychonius the African, defending the Donatist schism, a man who was quite practiced in the divine Scriptures, would have composed teaching sufficiently useful if he had remained in ecclesiastical unity. But because he charged true Catholics as though they were traditors and persecutors, he rightly fell into contempt together with his volumes. Of his writings the following volumes survive:

Against the nations: one book. That the servants of God are hated by the world: one book. Against the complaints of all: one book.

They say that he composed many other volumes besides, which have not come to my notice. He flourished under Constans, son of Constantine the Great, emperor, in the year of the Lord 360.

Theodorus, presbyter of the church of Antioch, a learned and eloquent man, and well versed in the reading of the ancient authors, wrote against the Apollinarists and Eunomians a most elegant volume, in which by the most evident reasoning and by the authority of

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Concerning the rest I have seen nothing.

He wrote this revelation itself in the Greek language; Avitus, a presbyter, Spanish by birth, translated it into Latin speech, and, adding his own letter, sent it through Orosius to the Easterners to be read. He flourished under the emperors Honorius and Theodosius, around the year of the Lord 410.

Severus, a presbyter, surnamed Sulpicius, born from the province of Aquitaine, a man noble in birth and letters, and conspicuous for his love of poverty and humility. Dear also to the holy men Martin of Tours and Paulinus of Nola, bishops, in his old age he was deceived by the Pelagians; and, recognizing the fault of loquacity, he kept silence until death, so that the sin which he had contracted by speaking he might healthfully amend by keeping silent. He wrote little works not to be despised in reading, of which the following are reported:

On the Life of Saint Martin, Bishop, three books: “Most mortals.”

The Conference of Postumianus and Gallus, three books: “When I, into one place.”

Letters to His Sister, one book.

Letters to Various Persons, one book.

To Paulinus, Bishop of Nola, two books.

He is also said to have written some other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

He flourished with Saint Martin, archbishop of Tours, under the emperors Arcadius and Honorius, in the year of the Lord 420.

Ausonius, bishop of Bordeaux, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, and in secular letters second to none in his time, excelling in verse and prose, shone forth no less illustrious for holiness than for learning. While at Trier, in the council under the emperor Maximus, together with the holy men Martin, Ambrose of Milan, and Jerome the presbyter, he did many splendid things. While staying there he wrote, among other things, in meter, a notable little work entitled:

Mosella, one book.

On the Latin [unclear] of the Same Country, one book.

But he is also said to have written many other little works, which have by no means come down to us.

He flourished under Maximus, in the year of the Lord 220.

Augustine, bishop of Hippo, by nation a Carthaginian in Africa, a man most learned among all the doctors both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, eloquent in speech, renowned in expression, profound in understanding, so that I should believe no one able either to read or to possess all his works. Hence without doubt he is proved to lie who admits that he has found Augustine entire. For he surpasses all writers both in the number of his books and in usefulness, having composed more than a thousand distinguished treatises. No one expounded sacred Scripture so profoundly as Augustine; no one established Christian morals so usefully; nor did anyone defend the catholic faith more ardently than he. The king brought him into the wine-cellar, and clothed him with such great strength that he powerfully laid low all the adversaries of the faith with the sword of his mouth.

If you have him as your teacher, even if the rest are lacking, he alone is sufficient for you. Now therefore, from the many books which he published, let us record at least a few:

On the Holy Trinity, fifteen books: “The reader about to read these things which concerning the Trinity.”

On the City of God, twenty-two books: “The most glorious city of God.”

On the Predestination of the Saints, two books: “Indeed, to have said, I know the Apostle.”

On Genesis According to the Letter, twelve books: “All divine Scripture.”

On Genesis, Unfinished, one book: “Concerning the obscure things of natural matters.”

On Genesis against the Manichaeans, two books: “If the Manichaeans would choose.”

On the Academics, three books: “Would that, Romanianus, men.”

On the Happy Life, one book: “If to the harbor of philosophy.”

Also On Order, three books: “On the order of things.”

Excerpted sayings of Augustine [unclear]

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The Soliloquies: 2 books. On the Morals of the Catholic Church: 2 books. On the Greatness of the Soul: 1 book. On Free Choice: 3 books. On the Teacher: 1 book. On Music: 6 books. On True Religion: 1 book. On the Usefulness of Believing: 1 book. On the Two Souls: 1 book. Proceedings with Fortunatus the Manichaean: 1 book. On Faith and the Creed: 1 book. On the Lord's Sermon on the Mount: 2 books. On the Eighty-Three Questions: 1 book. A Psalm against the Party of Donatus: 1 book. Against the Letter of Donatus: 1 book. Against Adimantus: 1 book. On Lying: 1 book. Against Lying: 1 book. To Bishop Simplicianus: 2 books. Against the [Epistle of the Foundation?]: 1 book. On the Christian Contest: 1 book. On Christian Doctrine: 4 books. Against the party of [Donatus?]: 2 books. The Confessions: 13 books. Against Faustus the Manichaean: [33?] books. Against Felix the Manichaean: 2 books. On the Nature of the Good: 1 book. Against Secundinus: 1 book. Against Hilary: 1 book. Questions on the Gospels: 2 books. Propositions from the Epistle to the Romans: 1 book. An Unfinished Work on the Epistle to the Romans: 1 book. On the Epistle to the Galatians: 1 book. Annotations on Job: 1 book. On Catechizing the Uninstructed: 1 book. On the Agreement of the Evangelists: 4 books. Against the Letter of Parmenianus: 3 books. On Baptism, against the Donatists: 7 books. Against What Centurius Brought Forward: 1 book. To the Inquiries of Januarius: 2 books. On the Work of Monks: 1 book. On the Good of Marriage: 1 book. On Virginity: 1 book. Against the Letters of Petilianus the Donatist: 3 books. To Cresconius the Grammarian: 4 books. Testimonies against the Donatists: 1 book. Against I-know-not-what Donatist: 1 book. An Admonition of the Donatists: 1 book. On the Divination of Demons: 1 book. Six Questions against the Pagans: [1?] book. On the Epistle of James: 1 book.

As I turned over many things and... In other books, sufficiently, I think... Since I see that you abound... Tell me, I ask you... What do we seem to you to be accomplishing... The measure which is a foot is [unclear]... Since every good of a good life... If, Honoratus, one thing to me... With the mercy of God assisting... On the fifth day before the Kalends of September, [Arcadius?]... Since it is written... The sermon which he spoke... Whether the soul comes to be from itself... All you who rejoice concerning... Hear from yourself, while you yourself are present... Concerning that which is written... There is a great question about lying... You have sent me many things to be read... Plainly most pleasing and... One true almighty God... A crown is not promised... There are certain precepts... Since the Donatists to us... Great are you, Lord God... Faustus indeed was by origin... Honorius Augustus, on the sixth day before the Ides... The highest good, than which there is nothing higher... The goodwill toward me which... Those who make mention... This work is not written in such a way... These are the senses in the epistle... In the epistle which the apostle Paul... The reason for which he wrote... His works were great... You asked me, brother Deogratias... Among all the divine authorities... Many things indeed at other times against... In the books which, against the letter... He says this, because it is written... To those matters about which you asked me... At your command, holy brother... Since each human being... The book On the Good of Marriage... You know that we have often wished... When the writings came to you, Cresconius... You who fear to agree [unclear]... Proofs of the matter are necessary... Whoever, through the slanders of men... On a certain day among the holy days... It moves certain people, and they ask... To the twelve tribes which are...

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On the baptism of infants: three books. “Although in the midst and…” A dialogue of the Church and the Synagogue: one book. “Of two matrons…” On the single baptism: one book. “To answer those of different opinion…” On the Maximianists, against the Donatists: one book. “We have already said many things: many…” On the grace of the New Testament: one book. “You have put five points to me…” On the spirit and the letter: one book. “After reading the little works which to you…” On faith and works: one book. “To certain persons it seems…” A brief account of the conference with the Donatists: three books. “Since both the Catholic bishops and…” Of the conference against the Donatists: one book. “What further, Donatists…” On seeing God: one book. “Mindful of the debt by which…” A memorandum of the Donatists: one book. “As, being present, I asked, and…” On nature and grace: one book. “The book which you sent…” To Orosius, against the Priscillianists: one book. “I have answered you, asking concerning…” On the origin of the soul, to Jerome: two books. “Our God, who called us…” To Emeritus, bishop of the Donatists: one book. “Together now, brother Emeritus…” On the acts of Pelagius: one book. “And afterward into my hands…” On the correction of the Donatists: one book. “I praise, I congratulate, and…” On the presence of God, to Dardanus: one book. “I confess, most beloved brother…” On grace and original sin: two books. “As much as from your heart…” Proceedings with Emeritus the Donatist: one book. “To the most glorious Honorius…” Against the sermon of the Arians: one book. “Of their preceding discourse…” On marriage and concupiscence: three books. “The new heretics, most beloved…” On adulterous marriages: two books. “The first question is, beloved brother…” Locutions in the Heptateuch: six books. “The locutions of the Scriptures…” Questions on the Heptateuch: six books. “When the holy Scriptures…” On the soul and its origin: four books. “Your sincerity toward us…” Against the adversary of the law and the prophets: two books. “The book which you sent, beloved brothers…” Against Gaudentius the Donatist: two books. “Gaudentius of the Donatists…” Against the two letters of the Pelagians: four books. “I had indeed known you by report…” Against Julian, bishop of the Pelagians: six books. “Your insults, words…” Enchiridion to Laurentius: one book. “I cannot say, most beloved son…” On care for the dead: one book. “For a long time I had begun to owe your Holiness…” On the eight questions, to Dulcitius: one book. “As far as it seems to me, beloved…” On grace and free will, to the monks: one book. “On account of those who extol free will…” On correction and grace: one book. “Having read your letters, Valentinus…” On twenty-one sayings of the Scriptures: one book. “Everyone who wishes to live blessedly…” On the Epicureans and Stoics: one book. “Charity notices with us…” On this: ‘I am who I am’: one book. “When the divine reading was being read…” On faith, against the Manichaeans: one book. “One God, Father, Son, Holy Spirit…” On shepherds: one book. “Our whole hope, because in Christ…” On sheep: one book. “The words which we have sung…” Meditations: one book. “Lord my God, grant to the heart…” A manual on the word of God: one book. “Since in the midst of snares…” On contempt of the world: one book. “Nothing is more certain than death: nothing…” On the correspondence of the ten plagues: one book. “Listen, dearest brothers…” On faith, to Peter: one book. “The wisdom of God, which the mouth of the mute…” On the definitions of the orthodox faith: one book. “The letter, son Peter, of your charity…” On the Christian life: one book. “We believe there to be one God…” On the four virtues of charity: one book. “The desire of your charity…”

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On Christian discipline: a book. On the ten strings: a book. On the vanity of this age: a book. On the good of discipline: a book. On the incarnation of the Lord: a book. On sacrifices, to Marcellinus: a book. To Vincentius: a book. To the priest Deogratias, on six questions: a book. On true blessedness: a book. On freeing the accused, to a count: a book. To Dioscorus: a book. To Glorius, Eleusius, and Felix: a book. To Hesychius, on the end of the age: a book. To the same, on judgment: a book. To Consentius, on the Trinity: a book. On the Saturday fast: a book. To Hilarius, on questions: a book. On the soul of Christ among the dead: a book. To Evodius: a book. To Sixtus the priest, on grace: a book. To Paulinus, against the Pelagians: a book. To Vitalis: a book. A book of rebuke of nuns. To Julianus the count: a book. On the custom of the churches: a book. On praying to God, to Proba: a book. On the incarnation of Christ: a book. On the origin of the soul, to Optatus: a book. To the Donatists: a book. To Pascentius, an Arian count: a book. A dispute with the same man: a book. On avoiding Judaism: a book. On the wonders of Sacred Scripture: two books. On true innocence: one book. On the nature of the soul, to John: one book. A rule for nuns: one book. A common rule for canons: one book. Questions on the New and Old Testament: 184. On the whole Psalter, treatises or books. On the Gospel of John: eleven books. Against five heresies: one book. On eighty-eight heresies: one book. To Juliana, on widowhood: one book. On renunciation of the world: one book. On the morals of the Donatists: one book. Against Maximus: one book. On the new song: one book. On blasphemy against the Holy Spirit: one book. To Jerome, on the rebuke of Peter: one book. The discourse has spoken to us. Our Lord and God [unclear]. Placed in this life, brothers. There are many who [unclear] sound doctrine. I have read your letter, in which. To an illustrious and most eloquent man. I have received the letter which [was] yours. To the most sincere brother and fellow [unclear]. What wisdom, which to me. Very much occupied in public affairs. You [ask] me about innumerable things which. The apostle indeed said. To your holiness. I have received letters of reverence. Of carnal thought. I do not know whence it happened. From your letters I have learned that not. The question which you proposed to me. If those things which more [concern] me. In the letter which through the very dear. At length, sometime, he provided. When there were concerning you to me. Just as severity has been prepared. To every, dearest brother. Having read your letters, where [unclear]. And that you asked, and promised. As far as concerns the eyes. Although of your holiness. The charity of Christ, to whom all. I had indeed wished, at the request. Laurentius, a most illustrious man. The letters of your holiness. Of all wonders, as it were. True innocence is that which. No one has ever seen God. These are the precepts which, that. Before all things, dearest brothers. God is that which no [thing]. There are different kinds of prophecy. Seeing that what now [unclear]. That which was from the beginning, which. I confess that I am a debtor, not by necessity. The Simonians, from Simon Magus. Augustine, bishop, servant of Christ. When Augustine at Hippo. The matter now requires, in that which. All you who have been baptized. There is a great question about [unclear]. Already long ago to your charity [unclear].

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To Boniface, one book. You ask me whether [unclear].

A consolation to Laetus, one book. I have read the letter which you sent.

Against Felician the Arian, one book.

On the perfection of human righteousness, one book.

On the Flood, one book.

On the misery of man, one book. Dearest brothers, [unclear].

On the immortality of the soul, one book. If anywhere there is instruction.

On the words of the Lord, sixty-five homilies, one book.

To Armentarius and Paulinus, one book. An excellent man, my son.

To Paulinus, on questions, one book. As to the matter concerning so prosperous a prevention [unclear].

To Nebridius, on memory, one book. I shall pass over the preface.

On the vision of God, to Fortunatianus, one book. A reminder to the holy brother.

On the propriety of women, one book. Let no one say, brothers, that in the times.

On the life and morals of clerics, one book. For this reason I wished, and [unclear].

On charity, one book. Of the divine Scriptures.

On patience, one book. Although it is useful and necessary [unclear].

On continence, one book. On the virtue of the soul which [unclear].

Exposition of the creed against the unbelieving, three books. Often your charity.

On obedience and humility, one book. Nothing pleases God so much as [unclear].

Retractions of his works, three books. It is now long since I have been considering doing it.

On the words of the Apostle, “Walk carefully,” one book. When the Apostle was read, I heard.

Exposition of the Lord’s Prayer, one book. You have recited the creed by which.

On divine predestination, one book. While of the sacred Scriptures.

On faith in invisible things, one book. There are some who think.

On the nature of things, one book. When the Lord said: No one [unclear].

On the inaccessible dwelling of God, one book.

On the text, “Who is the man who desires life,” one book.

Questions on the Gospel of Matthew, one book.

On the tabernacle, one book.

On the concupiscence of the flesh, three tractates, or books.

On swearing, one book.

On the beautiful and the fitting, one book.

To Ambrose the presbyter, twenty books.

On the Samaritan woman, one book.

On the instability of this life, one book.

On the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, one book.

Whence evil comes, one book.

On Jacob and Joseph, one book. Concerning blessed Jacob, most beloved brothers.

On Wednesday, one book.

A refutation of false articles, one book.

Against Porphyry, one book.

An exhortation to faith, one book.

On the fear of God, a tractate, or one book.

On the eclipse of the sun, a tractate, or one book.

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On the resurrection, two tractates.

Against the Jews, two tractates.

On unsuitable marriages, two books.

On the Eucharist, a tractate.

On Saint Cyprian, four tractates.

On Jacob and Esau, one book.

On grammar, one book.

On eternal times, one tractate.

On restless charity, one tractate.

To Victor, four books.

On chaste fear, one tractate.

On hope, one tractate.

On the sweet yoke of the Lord, one tractate.

On pleasing men or not, one tractate.

On the two blind men, one tractate.

On Abraham and Isaac, two tractates.

On the rods of Jacob, one tractate.

On the usefulness of penitence, two tractates.

On Goliath and David, one book.

On the pilgrimage of Christians, one book.

On the judgment of Solomon, one book.

On the song of Exodus, one book.

On the song of Isaiah, one book.

On the calling of the Apostle Paul, one book.

On the deposition of the bishop of Carthage, one book.

On the last day, one tractate.

On voice and word, one tractate.

On the hunters of God and of the world, one tractate.

On the woman with the issue of blood, one tractate.

On the deposition of Bishop Restitutus, one tractate.

On the usefulness of fasting, one tractate.

On the drunkenness of Noah, one tractate.

On the works of the six days, six tractates.

On Jacob’s wrestling with the angel, one tractate.

On the rod of Moses turned into a serpent, one tractate.

On the works of mercy, one tractate.

On the strong woman from Proverbs, one tractate.

On the eight beatitudes, one tractate.

On fraternal correction, one tractate.

On the bush which Moses saw, one tractate.

On avarice also, one tractate.

On the love of God, a tractate, or one book.

On the ordination of a cleric, one tractate.

On choosing a bishop, one tractate.

On the luxury of adolescents, one tractate.

On the dead raised up by the Lord, one tractate.

On charity, two tractates.

On the nativity of the Lord, seven tractates.

On the Epiphany also, seven tractates.

On Lent, five tractates.

On the passion of the Lord, two tractates.

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On the vigils of Easter: 23 treatises. On the Creed: 3 treatises. Of exhortation to the candidates: 1 treatise. On the Ascension of the Lord: 2 treatises. On Saints Perpetua and Felicity: 4 treatises. On Saint Vincent: 2 treatises. On spiritual almsgiving: 1 treatise. On bodily alms: 1 treatise. On Samson: 1 treatise. On Susanna and Joseph: 1 treatise. On the dedication of the temple: 2 treatises. Sermons on various subjects: 251. Letters: more than 251.

He also published many other works; if anyone desires to know them more fully, let him read the list of his books edited by Possidius, from which we too have taken many items. Jacobus de Voragine, bishop of Genoa, writes in his treatise which he composed on the books of Augustine that the number of his books, treatises, sermons, and letters rises above one thousand and thirty. And he concludes thus: And therefore no one has ever been found who could discover all the books of Augustine. And Possidius says: He lies who professes that he has read you entire, Augustine. But in this work I have deliberately omitted certain treatises which are ascribed by very many to blessed Augustine. Among these is the book On Spirit and Soul, in whose thirty-seventh chapter Boethius is cited, who was born a long time after Augustine. Moreover, the style itself does not smell of Augustine. Likewise the book On True and False Penitence, which has now been printed under Augustine’s name, is falsely ascribed to him, since in the seventeenth chapter, near the end, Augustine himself is cited. The book On the Conflict of Virtues and Vices, which begins “The apostolic voice,” both echoes the style of Pope Gregory and agrees with the older copies. Likewise the book On the Ladder of Paradise, whose beginning is “When one day,” is inscribed in ancient copies to blessed Bernard, and seems to display his spirit and manner of speech. Why should I strive after many details? So many are the treatises and sermons falsely inscribed to blessed Augustine that a review of them would require its own volume. Nor is it for me, as I think, to sit in judgment and deprive of their titles works that are another’s. Let the prudent reader carefully consider what he should do or hold in these matters.

The holy doctor Augustine died in the city of Hippo, while it was being besieged by the Vandals, in the year of the Lord 430, in the fourteenth indiction, in the seventy-sixth year of his age and the fortieth of his priesthood, according to Marianus Scotus, on the fifth day before the Kalends of September, in the third month of the city’s siege; amid the assaults of the besieging Vandals, at the very end of his days, he was answering the books of Julian the Manichaean and gloriously persevering in defense of the Christian faith. He made no will, because he had nothing from which to make one, except the church’s library, which even at his death he most diligently commended to the brothers to be preserved. Poor in possessions, rich in merits and knowledge, Augustine the bishop rested in the Lord; Possidius, bishop of Calama, wrote his life.

Atticus, bishop of the city of Constantinople after blessed John Chrysostom: a man learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters; yet in this [unclear], from which matter many scandals arose in the church of God. He wrote for us works not to be despised. Of these there is extant an outstanding work addressed to the queens, daughters of the emperors of Constantinople:

On Faith and Virginity, 2 books. And certain letters. And not a few other works.

He flourished under the rulers Honorius and Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 420, [unclear].

Paulinus, priest, a disciple of Saint Augustine of Hippo and afterward bishop of Nola in Campania, to whom many letters of Augustine and Jerome, and various treatises, are said to be addressed, was very learned in the holy Scriptures and, in secular letters, second to none in his time. He shone forth, no less distinguished for holiness than for learning. Concerning him the blessed Pope Gregory writes in the third book of the Dialogues that he was of such great piety and compassion that, after he had spent all his possessions for the use of the poor and the freeing of captives, he even handed himself over into servitude for the son of a certain widow; from that servitude he was at last released, together with many captives, because of the merit of his life. He wrote many volumes both in meter and in prose, of which these are reported. First, at the request of Saint Augustine, he wrote:

The Life of Blessed Ambrose of Milan, one book.

The Life of Saint Felix, bishop of Nola, one book.

On the Sacraments also, one book.

On the Death of a Baptized Infant, one book.

A Panegyric of Theodosius, one book.

Hymns in Diverse Meter, one book.

On Contempt of the World, one book.

On Penitence, one book.

On the Blessings of the Patriarchs, one book.

On the Praise of the Martyrs, one book.

To Sulpicius Severus, four letters.

Letters to Various Persons, one book.

He also published some other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

He flourished under the emperors Honorius and Valentinian, in the year of the Lord 420.

Nicetas, bishop of the city of Romaciana, was devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, acute in intellect, clear and polished in speech. For the edification of readers he wrote little works not contemptible in their reading. Of these, the following are reported:

To the Competentes, who are being prepared for baptism: A Preparatory Work, one book.

On the Errors of Paganism, one book.

On the Faith of the One Majesty, one book.

Against Genealogy, one book.

On the Creed also, one book.

On the Victim of the Paschal Lamb, one book.

To a Fallen Virgin, one book.

And certain other works.

He flourished in the time of the emperors Theodosius and Honorius, in the year of the Lord 420.

Simplicianus of Milan, bishop after Saint Ambrose, was devoted to the divine Scriptures and a lover of poverty. By many letters he urged Augustine, still a priest, to exercise his intellect and devote himself to expositions of the Scriptures, so that he might be seen as, as it were, another Ambrose, one who compelled the work of Origen. Hence Augustine also resolved many questions and letters addressed to his person. But he himself too wrote useful letters to Augustine and various others, which are found here and there in part.

He flourished under the emperors Theodosius and Honorius, in the year of the Lord 420.

Isidore the Elder, bishop of Corduba, was very skilled in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, ready in intellect and sufficiently eloquent in speech, distinguished no less for the conduct of his morals than for knowledge of the Scriptures. His learning was held in great esteem among the ancients. He wrote not a few little works on the divine volumes. Of these, however, I have found an excellent work which he published to Saint Orosius, the Spanish priest.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 25

On the four books of Kings: four books.

Of the rest I have found nothing.

He flourished under the rulers Theodosius and Honorius, in the year of the Lord 420.

Orosius the priest, a Spaniard by nation, formerly a hearer of blessed Augustine, was a man learned in the divine Scriptures and most skilled in secular letters, and very distinguished in life and conduct. Blessed Augustine, when he came to him from Spain to learn the question concerning the nature of the soul, sent him to Saint Jerome in Bethlehem of Judea; after staying there a little while, he learned clearly the question for which he had come, and, returning to Hippo, brought with him relics of the protomartyr Stephen. To this most studious man there are extant several little works of blessed Augustine and solutions of various questions of the Scriptures. He himself also wrote the following volumes:

An Apologetic work.

Against the Pelagians: one book. “I have obeyed your commands, blessed...”

On the honorable chronicle of the world: seven books. “Since among you, heavenly...”

On the nature of the soul: one book.

Several letters to Augustine: one book.

Also letters to various persons: one book.

On the Song of Songs: one book.

He flourished, illustrious in life and doctrine, together with Saint Augustine, in the year of the Lord 420.

John, bishop and patriarch of Jerusalem, studious and learned in the holy Scriptures, but too much devoted to the doctrines of Origen, stirred up writings of the fathers against himself, namely of the most holy priest Jerome and of Bishop Epiphanius, as is found in the letters sent by them to him. But John himself, giving an account of his study, says that he imitated not the faith of Origen but his genius. For on this account especially he wrote a work worthy of note:

Against the detractors of his study: one book.

And certain letters to various persons.

And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of the emperors Arcadius and Honorius, in the year of the Lord 400.

Maximus, bishop of Turin, most learned in the holy Scriptures and second to none in his time in delivering homilies to the people, was not only distinguished in doctrine, but also shone most brightly in holiness of life. He wrote many excellent little works, which holy mother Church has accepted with great authority to be read. Of these the following are reported:

On the chapters of the Gospels: one book. “Most glorious of the Christian...”

On the Acts of the Apostles: one book. “The solemnities for us...”

In praise of the apostles: one book. “The memory of the holy fathers...”

In praise of John the Baptist: one book. “The feast of Saint Cyprian...”

On the life of Eusebius of Vercelli: one book.

On Saint Cyprian the martyr: one book.

On the grace of baptism: one book.

On avarice: one book.

On hospitality: one book.

On the waning of the moon: one book.

On alms: one book.

On the words of Isaiah: one book.

On the passion of the Lord: one book.

On the fast of Lent: one book.

On the general fast of the servants of God: one book.

On the betrayal by Judas: one book.

On the cross of the Lord: one book.

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On the Lord’s tomb: one book. On the office of the Mass: one book. On the accusation of the Lord: one homily. On the resurrection of the Lord: one homily. On Saint Lawrence: one homily. On Saint Stephen: one homily. On the Kalends of January: one homily. On the Nativity of the Lord: one homily. On the Epiphany of the Lord: one homily. On Easter: one homily. On Pentecost: one homily. On the repentance of the Ninevites: one homily. On not fearing carnal enemies: one homily. On giving thanks after food: one homily.

He wrote many other things: sermons, treatises, letters, homilies, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under the emperors Arcadius and Honorius, in the year of the Lord 420. And he died under Theodosius the Younger.

Julian, bishop of Campania, a man of sharp and vehement talent, learned in the holy Scriptures, schooled in Greek and Latin discourse, before he openly revealed in himself the impiety of Pelagius, was distinguished among the doctors of the Church. But afterwards, wishing to defend his heresy, he wrote against the holy doctors little works agreeing with his own opinion, of which there are extant:

Against Saint Augustine: one book. Other books against the same: [unclear]. A dialogue of an altercation of the parties: one book.

And several others, all of which, because of the author’s errors, have deservedly been rejected from the ecclesiastical library. In a time of famine’s distress he distributed all his possessions in alms to the poor; he associated with his heresy many noble religious men, deceived under the appearance of piety. He flourished under the emperors Arcadius and Honorius, in the year of the Lord 420.

Innocent, the first pope, a very learned and holy man, Alban by nation, the forty-second after blessed Peter, presided over the universal Church for fifteen years; he gloriously ordained many things for its benefit. To him, when he was still a priest, blessed Jerome composed the history of the woman struck seven times, as the prologue of that same work shows. Since he was most learned in the divine Scriptures, he wrote certain excellent little works for the edification of the faithful. Of these I have found only the following:

A decree against the Pelagians: one book. “We have long wondered.” Against the Bonosiacs: one book. “In inquiring about these things.” Many letters to various persons: one book. “To the most reverend Dama.”

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He died in the year of the Lord 417, in the fifteenth indiction, on the fourth day before the Kalends of August.

Eusebius of Cremona, monk and disciple of blessed Jerome the priest, a studious and learned man, venerable in life and conduct, continually intent upon holy prayers and divine readings after the example of his most reverend master, achieved a great reputation for holiness. He wrote to Damasus, bishop of Portus, and Theodosius, senator of the city of Rome, a sufficiently elegant and lengthy volume:

On the passing of Saint Jerome: one book. “Against the pagans, concerning.”

Possidius the African, bishop of Calama, formerly a hearer and disciple of blessed Augustine, a man zealous in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, having lived familiarly for many years with Saint Augustine, shone brightly among ecclesiastical prelates in life and doctrine. Among other things, moreover, he wrote for the edification of the faithful:

The Life of Saint Augustine: one book. “By the inspiration of the maker of all things.” A short catalogue of his books: one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 26

He flourished under the emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 430.

Siricius, pope, a Roman by birth, sat in the pontificate after Damasus for fifteen years. A learned and holy man, and a most vigorous defender of the catholic faith, he condemned to exile all the Manichaeans whom he found in the city; but those who were converted he relegated to a monastery, to perform penance until the end of their life. Among other things, he wrote to Himerius, bishop of Tarraco:

A decretal treatise, one book. Against Jovinian and Auxentius, one book.

He died under the emperors Theodosius and Valentinian, in the year of the Lord 398, in the sixth indiction, on the ninth of March.

Fastidius, bishop of the Britons, a man learned in the holy Scriptures and an excellent preacher of the word of God, also distinguished in life and conduct, renowned in speech and intellect, wrote some devout little works. Among these there is said to be extant a certain volume, written with sound doctrine:

On Christian Doctrine, one book. On Preserving Widowhood, one book.

He flourished under the emperors Honorius and Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 420.

Pope Celestine celebrated, through Cyril, bishop of Alexandria, the council of two hundred fathers at Ephesus, in which Nestorius and Pelagius were condemned with their wicked doctrines. There too it was decreed that thereafter the most blessed Virgin Mary should be called Mother of God. Blessed Celestine wrote, among other things, a solemn decree:

Against Nestorius, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. And certain other things.

He died under the younger emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 433, in the tenth year of his pontificate, in the first indiction, on the sixth Ides of April.

Theodoric, bishop of the city which from its founder Cyrus, king of the Persians, is called Cyria, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently instructed in the disciplines of secular letters, is said to have composed some little works on the holy volumes, but they have not come into our hands. There is, however, extant his notable work, edited after Jerome:

Of Ecclesiastical History, one book. On the Incarnation of the Lord against Eutyches, one book.

He flourished in the times of the most sacred emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 390. His history is now inserted in the Tripartite History.

Evodius, bishop in Africa, disciple of blessed Augustine, bishop of Hippo, to whom the same Augustine wrote the treatise On the Soul of Christ among the Dead, and many letters; a man learned in the holy Scriptures and most upright in his way of life, who deserves to be placed in the catalogue of the saints. He is said to have written certain devout little works. Of these there is extant a volume on the miracles performed in Africa through the relics brought by the priest Orosius:

Of Saint Stephen the Martyr, one book. And several letters to various persons, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of Saint Augustine, in the year of the Lord 420.

Palladius, of the Britons, or Scots, of the island of Ireland, first ordained bishop by Pope Celestine, a Greek by birth, a learned and holy man, by his very sweet preaching converted to the faith of Christ the people entrusted to him. After him Saint Patrick, a Briton by race, consecrated by Saint Pope Celestine as archbishop of Ireland, shining for forty years with signs and miracles, converted the whole island to the faith. Palladius wrote:

The Life of Saint John Chrysostom, one book.

He was sent to Scotland by Pope Celestine I in the year of the Lord 432, in the fifteenth indiction, according to Marianus Scotus.

BOOK.

Cyril, bishop of Alexandria, a Greek by nation, once the ornament and distinguished cultivator of Mount Carmel, a learned and holy man: by the command of Pope Celestine I he presided in the council of two hundred fathers at Ephesus, in which, condemning Nestorius and Pelagius with their errors, he uttered many elegant sentences. Since he was most erudite in the holy Scriptures, he wrote many little works, of which these are reported: On the faith against heretics: book[s]. Against Nestorius: 1 book. On the failing of the synagogue: 1 book. On the birth and praise of holy Mary: 1 book. On the paschal cycle, of 95 years: 1 book. Of commentaries on the Gospel: 4 books. He composed, besides, letters, homilies, and several sermons, and other various treatises, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished, presiding in the Council of Ephesus under Theodosius the Younger, emperor, in the year of the Lord 432, in the 15th indiction.

Theodorus of Ancyra, bishop of Galatia, a man studious in the divine Scriptures and very learned in secular letters, especially strong in dialectic, eloquent in speech and a keen disputant, being illustrious enough in the Council of Ephesus, wrote there, in the dialectical manner, very obscurely: Against Nestorius: 1 book. And certain others. He flourished under Theodosius the Younger, prince, in the year of the Lord 430.

Sozomen, a Greek by nation, distinguished in secular letters and a cultivator [of them], and erudite enough in the divine Scriptures, is reported to have written some little works for the edification of the Church; of which there is extant a notable work [addressed] to Theodosius the Younger, prince, from the third consulate of Crispus and Constantine, the Caesars, up to the 17th [year] of the same Theodosius: Of ecclesiastical history: 9 books. ["A thought once [came] to me…"] The rest which he composed have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under the aforesaid emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 430.

Socrates, a certain [man], a Greek by nation, a learned and eloquent historiographer, distinguished, and renowned for [his] experience of great matters, wrote, from the time of the first Constantine the Great, emperor, up to the reign of Theodosius the Younger, a volume: Of ecclesiastical history: 1 book. He is said to have written also some others, but they have not come into our hands. And it is to be noted that three Greek authors—namely, Theodoret bishop of Cyrrhus, Sozomen, and Socrates—wrote, almost at one time, individual [histories] of ecclesiastical matters; which histories Epiphanius Scholasticus translated into Latin as they stood; out of which Cassiodorus, senator and monk, made one continuous history, which he called the Tripartite.

Vigilius, deacon and monk, a man studious and erudite in the holy Scriptures,

On Ecclesiastical Writers

Fol. 27

... by an Arian prince; fearing lest, old and wealthy, he should suffer either exile or loss of his goods, he soon consented to the Arian impiety. But, as he deserved, a cruel end not long afterward finished his life. For after his impious betrayal, when Saint Gregory, bishop of Eliberis, had come to Corduba by imperial decree and refused to communicate with Osius, Osius, moved with anger, asked Clementinus, vicar of Constantius’s prefect, to drive Gregory into exile. The vicar said to him: “I do not dare send a bishop into exile unless you first depose him from the episcopate.” Osius, unable to brook delay, mounted the chair as judge and summoned Gregory by royal edict. When Gregory appeared before the multitude, and Osius, proud in his arrogance, was attempting to pronounce the sentence of deposition, Gregory appealed to Christ with all his strength, that he should not allow so hateful a presumption of his to go unpunished. And behold, while the impious Osius was sitting and wished to deliver the sentence, he twisted his mouth, distorting his neck as well, and, falling to the ground, suddenly expired. Thereupon fear seized everyone; afterward no one dared touch Gregory.

Osius, while still a Catholic, wrote:

To his sister, On the Praise of Virginity.

In the aforesaid council, Sentences, 18 books.

And several letters.

He flourished under Constantius, a very old man, by whom he was also deceived and perished, around the year of the Lord 390.

Dacius, bishop of Lémica, a city of the Spains, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, renowned in name and eloquence, who, together with Bishop Ursatius, because of the death of Priscillian, whom they had accused at Trier, was separated from the communion of the Church and thrust into exile; there he died. He wrote, however, some works not to be despised, of which these are reported:

Against Priscillian, 3 books.

A Chronicle from the Time of Theodosius, 1 book.

And certain other things.

He flourished under the venerable emperor Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 400.

Eporius, priest and monk, zealous in the divine Scriptures, but trusting too much in the purity of life, used to teach that one lives religiously by free choice and effort, and not by the grace of God, defending the Pelagian error. But, admonished by the Gallican teachers and corrected in Africa by Saint Augustine, he yielded from error; and the heresy which he had formerly preached he afterward sharply attacked. Therefore, giving thanks for his amendment, he wrote:

A Correction against Heresy, 3 books.

And certain other things.

He flourished under the younger prince Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 430.

Edulius, priest, a Scot by nation, from early youth a disciple of Hildebert, archbishop of the Scots, a man exercised in the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular letters, excellent in verse and prose, left Scotland out of love of learning, came to France, then traversed Italy and Asia, and finally, leaving the borders of Achaea, shone forth in the city of Rome, renowned for wonderful learning. He wrote several works both in meter and in prose, of which I have found only the following. To Abbot Macedonius, a distinguished work according to the sequence of the whole Gospel, which he entitled:

A Paschal Poem, in meter, 14 books: “Paschal feasts, whoever...”

On All the Epistles of Paul, in prose, 14 books: “But first he unfolds the words...”

On the Miracles of Christ, 1 book: “From the quarter of the rising sun.”

To the Emperor Theodosius, 3 books: “Leader of the Romulidae, renowned...”

On the Greater Volume of Priscian, 3 books.

On the Second Edition of Donatus, [unclear] book.

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ON ECCLESIASTICAL WRITERS. Fol. 28.

A Dialogue on spiritual progress: book. On the order of the monastic life: book. On humility: book. On the three orders of those advancing: book. On the solitude of monks: book. On diverse temptations: book. On the instruction of novices: book. On penance: book. A poem on the desolation of Antioch: book. He delivered several homilies to the people, but they have by no means come into our hands. He flourished under Theodosius the Younger, in the year of the Lord 440.

Eucherius, bishop of Lyon in Gaul, a learned man, imbued from youth with the discipline of monks, prompt in talent and composed in speech, by life and conversation pleasing to God and men—since he turned many from iniquity both by word and by example—wrote several excellent volumes; but few have as yet come to my knowledge. For I have found only these: On contempt of the world: book. Expositions of the divine names: book. To the sons of [Salonius?] and Veranus: book. An Epitome of Cassian: book. Certain letters to various [persons]: book. To Hilary the bishop, on the praise of the hermitage: book. He flourished under Theodosius the Younger, in the year of the Lord 440.

Hilary, bishop of Arles—to whom, as he sought the deserts of the hermitage, Eucherius, prelate of Lyon, issued a book on the praise of the hermitage—a man learned in the divine Scriptures and eloquent enough in speech, whose merits of sanctity the Catholic Church proclaims. He was of such great piety toward the poor that, all his [goods] having been cheerfully distributed for their use, he was thereafter called, and was, the father of the poor. He wrote, among other things, in quite illustrious eloquence, [the life] of his predecessor: The Life of Saint Honoratus, bishop: book. Homilies almost infinite, And certain others. He flourished under Theodosius the Younger, prince, in the year of the Lord 440. But he dies under the princes Valentinian and Marcian.

Zosimus, pope, a Greek by nation—[who held] the pontificate after Saint Innocent for one year [and] eight months—a learned man, holy and beloved of God, who governed strenuously by word and example the Church committed to him, and for its edification established many things elegantly, as is contained in his deeds. He wrote, concerning the ecclesiastical state, to various [persons]: Of letters: book. On the Pasch, to Hilary: book. On the priesthood, to [Hesychius?]: book. From the report of our brother. He dies under the emperors Honorius and Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 419, in the 2nd indiction, the 7th [day before] the Kalends of January.

Boniface, pope, the first, succeeding blessed Zosimus, presided over the Church three years and four months, a man of great learning and suited enough to the rule of souls, who established many things for ecclesiastical usefulness, which are had scattered in the canons of the holy fathers. He wrote for the edification of the faithful, as they report, some little works, of which I have found only: Of decretal letters: book. ["Of the Roman Church, to which God…"] He dies under the princes Honorius [and] Theodosius, in the year of the Lord 422, in the fifth indiction, the eighth [day before] the Kalends of November.

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Proba, a most elegant woman, wife of Adelphus, Roman proconsul; a woman most learned in secular letters and not ignorant of the divine Scriptures; burning with remarkable zeal, she surpassed her sex by her learning. Perfectly trained in Greek and Latin letters, and excelling in verse and prose, since she held Virgil in her mind word for word, she conceived the idea of describing the New and Old Testament from his verses, as though he had intended to show this meaning in his poems. And so, vigorously undertaking the work stored up in her mind, carefully going through all the books of Virgil, taking now this, now that verse, sometimes a half-verse, and at times smaller parts of verses, with remarkable industry and everywhere preserving the measure of the feet, she described the catholic volumes in the poet’s verses; and she entitled this work, in almost seven hundred verses, with a Greek word:

A Virgilian cento, one book.

Whether she wrote anything more, I do not know. Nevertheless this work is counted among the apocrypha, because even if a devout woman undertook a pious study, still Virgil never judged that his little verses should be referred to the honor of Christ or to our faith. For the interpretation of this matter is not Virgil’s own, but a fictive one assumed by Proba. She flourished, as some think, under Theodosius the Younger, in the year of the Lord 430.

Eudoxia, wife of Theodosius the Younger, a woman most devoted in the Christian religion and most learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters: returning from Jerusalem, she brought with her the relics of the most holy protomartyr Stephen, and honorably placed them in the basilica of the blessed martyr Lawrence. Since she was very learned, excelling in verse and prose, she is said, in imitation of Proba, wife of Adelphus, to have turned the poems of Homer back to the Christian faith, likewise prefixing to the little published work this title:

Homeric centos, one book.

But this too is apocryphal. She also wrote certain other things. Since Saint Jerome says in a certain letter that he had read Homeric centos and Virgilian centos, they must necessarily have been composed before his death. She flourished with her husband Theodosius, who took up the empire in the year of the Lord 423.

Primasius, an African bishop, and, as some hold, once a disciple of blessed Augustine, a man indeed learned in the holy Scriptures, excellently trained in the disciplines, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech, is said to have composed many little works, which among the ancients were held in great esteem. Of these I have found only:

Against Heresies, to Bishop Fortunatus, three books.

On the Apocalypse of John, to Castorius, five books. On the book of the Apocalypse of blessed John, to [unclear].

The other things that he composed have not yet come to my knowledge. He flourished under the emperor Theodosius II, in the year of the Lord 540.

Eunilius, bishop of a certain city in Africa, [unclear], certainly a man very learned in the sacred Scriptures, in my judgment sufficiently trained in secular discipline, profound in understanding, sweet and ornate in speech, is said to have compiled many little works; but I have seen only the distinguished work that he wrote to the above-named Bishop Primasius, which he entitled:

On the Parts of the Divine Law, one book. To the holy and most blessed Bishop Pri[masius].

Of the rest I have seen none. He flourished at the same time as Primasius, in the year of the Lord 540.

Roterius, bishop of Alexandria, a man most learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, an outstanding theologian and computist; in the times of the emperor Leo, after a sedition had been stirred up, the successors of the heretic Dioscorus cruelly killed him as an instigator on behalf of Timothy, and they set up that same Timothy in his place, as an idol for the Alexandrian bishop. Among other things he wrote to Saint Pope Leo.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 29

On the celebration of Easter: 3 epistles. To Hilary on the same matter: an epistle. Several letters to various persons. And certain other works. “Since your holiness arose.” He flourished under Emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 460.

Paschasinus, a Sicilian bishop, learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular letters, worthy of reverence no less for his conduct than for his knowledge, is said to have presided in place of the blessed Pope Leo the Great at the Council of Chalcedon, in which, together with the holy fathers, numbering two hundred, he condemned the heretics Eutyches and Dioscorus. Eutyches was a priest and abbot of the very celebrated monastery of Constantinople, who asserted that Christ was only God and not man; and he wrote various works on behalf of his error, all of which were condemned together with their author. Paschasinus, however, wrote to Pope Leo:

On the question of Easter: an epistle. To the same, on the miracle of the font: an epistle. The acts of the Council of Chalcedon: a book. He flourished under Theodosius the Younger, in the year of the Lord 450.

Leo, the first pope, by birth a Tuscan, after Sixtus III sat in the chair of Peter for twenty-one years: a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, and in delivering homilies to the people so celebrated and eloquent that he had no superior in the Roman Church, as his very famous sermons testify. For he was the Cicero of ecclesiastical speech, the Homer of sacred theology, the Aristotle of the arguments of faith, the Peter of apostolic authority, and Paul in the Christian pulpit. His sermons penetrate the heart, move the mind, and confirm the Catholic faith with sweet brevity of speech. Nor is this surprising: bearing the fire of divine love kindled in his breast, what else could he speak but burning words? He wrote many short works. Of these I have found only the following, namely:

Against Eutyches the priest: a book. On the Nicene Creed: a book. To Emperor Leo, of testimonies: a book. To the inquiries of Bishop Januarius: a book. On the Passion of the Lord: 24 homilies, a book. Many homilies to the people: a book. To Flavianus the bishop, against Eutyches: a book. To Emperor Leo, against Eutyches: a book. To Bishop Turibius, against the Priscillianists: a book. To Rusticus, bishop of Narbonne: a book. To Anastasius, bishop of Thessalonica: a book. Many letters to various persons: a book. Concerning the rest I have found nothing.

At length he died, after many labors for the benefit of the Church, under Emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 461, in the fourteenth indiction, on the fourth day before the Kalends of July.

Peter, bishop of Ravenna, a learned and very holy man, shining in life with many miracles, was of excellent talent in delivering homilies to the people, and converted many to the path of truth as much by word as by example. He wrote many things for the edification of the faithful. Of these there are circulated:

Several sermons and homilies: epistles. To Eutyches the priest: an epistle. He also wrote several other letters. He flourished under Emperor Marcian, in the year of the Lord 450.

Flavianus, bishop of Constantinople, to whom blessed Pope Leo wrote many letters, a man indeed learned and a notable lover of Catholic unity, [unclear] Eutyches the priest and archimandrite, who held impious opinions concerning the humanity of Christ,

... he deposed and excommunicated, as is attested in a certain letter sent to the aforesaid Pope Leo; he did and endured many things for the extirpation of heresies. He wrote in the Greek language certain works not to be despised, of which the following are reported:

Acts with Eutyches the presbyter, one book. Against the errors of the same, one book. To Pope Leo on the same matter, a letter: “No thing [unclear] the poisons of the devil.” Letters to various persons, one book. And some other things which we do not know.

He flourished under Theodosius the Younger and Marcian, in the year of the Lord 454.

Hilarius, pope, by nation a Sardinian, after Leo the Great sat in the pontificate for six years and as many months; a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, distinguished by the adornment of many virtues, who, constantly intent upon alms and holy works, shone with no small reputation for sanctity. He, after holding a synod of fifty bishops at Rome, established certain things for ecclesiastical honor. He wrote certain necessary little works; of these I have found only:

A synodal decree, one book: “Since the religious [unclear].” To the bishops of the province of Tarragona, a letter: “After your letters.” To Ascanius, bishop of Tarragona, a letter: “Of the divine grace toward us.” On the Council of Nicaea, one letter. On the Council of Ephesus, one letter. On the Council of Chalcedon, one letter. Letters to various persons, one book.

He died under Leo Augustus, in the year of the Lord 468, in the sixth indiction, on the ninth day before the Kalends of March; Simplicius succeeded him.

Eusebius, bishop of Milan, learned in the holy Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, beloved and intimate with the most blessed pontiff Leo, fought bravely for the holy catholic faith against the heretics by writing. He is said to have published some little works for the edification of the faithful, but they have not come to my knowledge.

For I have seen only one letter of his, which he is said to have written in matters of faith:

To Saint Pope Leo, a letter: “The brethren having returned, with the Lord granting it.”

He flourished under the emperor Marcian, in the year of the Lord 401.

Asclepius the African, bishop of the territory of Vaga, a studious and learned man, an outstanding declaimer of homilies to the people, a most vigorous assailant of heretics, wrote many volumes for the edification of the people; by the publication of these he was named glorious in every land, since he showed himself a useful teacher to the common people not only in words but also in works. For in his age many very learned men made it renowned. Of his writings the following are reported:

Against the Donatists, one book. Against the Arians, one book. Countless homilies to the people, one book. And many other things unknown to us.

He flourished under Theodosius the Younger, in the year of the Lord 440.

Prosper, bishop of Reggio, an Aquitanian after Faventius, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular letters, excellent in verse and prose, eloquent in speech, profound in understanding, subtle in talent, vigorous in assertion, appeared most holy in life and conduct. He was once notary of blessed Pope Leo the Great and dictated many letters in his person. He also wrote from his own vein many excellent little works. Of these I have found only the items set down below. From the Sentences of blessed Augustine, bishop, in hexameter and pentameter verses, mixed with prose, a very beautiful work which he wished to preface:

Epigrams, one book: “While it pleases the mind with sacred things.”

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On the contemplative life: three books. “The contemplative life, in which...” On free will: one book. “To the lord brother, most beloved, Rusi...” Responses to the chapters of the Gauls: one book. “The doctrine which of holy me...” To the objections of the Vincentians: one book. “Certain men of Christian and fra...” To the excerpts of the Genoese: one book. “In the books of blessed memory...” A great Summa of 330 propositions: one book. “True knowledge is that which neither...” Against Cassian on free will: one book. A chronicle of histories: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. On illustrious men: one book. On the captivity of Rome: one book. He is said besides to have written some other works, but they have not come into our hands. He flourished in the time of Leo the Great, emperor, in the year of the Lord 460. His feast is celebrated on the seventh day before the Kalends of July.

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[Unclear] an excellent declaimer of sermons, and a notable persecutor of heretics, is said to have compiled many volumes, in which he instructed the devout people and strongly refuted those erring concerning the faith. Among these the following are reported:

Against the Arians: one book. Against the Donatists: one book. A consolatory work to Basilius: one book. On penance also: one book. Homilies to the people: two books. He also published not a few other works, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under Marcian Augustus, in the year of the Lord 550.

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Victorinus, an Aquitanian by nation, a man very devoted to the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular letters, is said to have left certain little works of his own talent, which have as yet by no means come to my knowledge. At the command of Pope Hilarius he wrote, for finding the term of Easter:

The great cycle of 532 years: one book.

This is called the great cycle of 532 years; when these have passed, all computations of the luminaries return to the same point. Dionysius the abbot afterward corrected it, and down to this our age, although it has failed in some respects, nevertheless it has endured. This Victorinus also wrote certain letters. He flourished under Emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 460, and wrote his cycle under Pope Hilarius, in the third year of his pontificate.

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Petrus, presbyter of the church of Edessa, practiced in the holy Scriptures, and endowed with a most excellent natural ability for declaiming homilies to the people, so that in his own times he had no equal. He wrote in the Syriac language many distinguished volumes, of which only very few titles have come to my knowledge:

Commentaries on the Psalms: one book. He also played with the Psalms in meter: one book.

He dictated and delivered homilies to the people, almost infinitely many, which are rarely found among us. But neither is the number of his treatises certain to us. He flourished under Emperor Marcian, in the year of the Lord 450.

Abatius

Abatius, bishop of the Gallican province, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently instructed in secular letters, subtle and keen in intellect, often fought against the madness of heretics, both by writing and by disputing. Hence, having been asked by a certain Secunda, a virgin dedicated to Christ, he wrote a distinguished and memorable volume:

Against Marcion and Valentinus: one book. Against Eunomius and Aetius: one book. He also published some other works, but they have not yet come to my knowledge.

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[Ursinus?] the monk, learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of humane letters, subtle in intellect, cautious in speech, is said to have composed many treatises for the benefit of the faithful; but I do not recall that anything of his has ever come into our hands. There is, however, reported an outstanding work of his against those who rebaptize persons once duly baptized, whose title is:

On the manner of not rebaptizing heretics, one book.

He flourished, as I find, under Theodosius the Younger, in the year of the Lord 440.

Julianus, bishop of the church of Toledo in Spain, and by nation a Moor, to whom Saint Prosper is said to have written three books On Contemplation, was a man very learned in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently instructed in secular disciplines, scholastic in speech, apt in understanding. He wrote many distinguished volumes, of which the following are reported:

The faith of the nascent Church, by testimonies, [unclear]. On holy virginity, one book. On the nature of the soul, eight books. On the resurrection, questions, one book. On contempt of the world, one book. Prognosticon of the future age, two books. On vices and virtues, one book. Letters to various persons, one book.

He is also said to have composed some other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

He flourished under the emperor Marcian, in the year of the Lord 550.

Victorinus Buconius, bishop of the city of [Castellum?] in Mauritania, a man exercised by constant study in the divine Scriptures and not moderately learned in secular letters and disciplines, a very strong hammer against heretics and an outstanding teacher of the faithful people, is said to have written many little works for the defense of the catholic faith. Of these the principal ones are reported to be these:

Against the Jews, one book. Against the Arians, one book. Against all heretics, two books. On the sacraments also, one book.

He flourished under the emperor Marcian, in the year of the Lord 450.

Musaeus, priest of the church of Marseilles, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and polished by very subtle exercise in their meanings, scholastic and refined in language, at the urging of Saint Venerius the bishop, extracted from the sacred Scriptures responsive readings suited to each feast day throughout the whole year, and arranged psalms suited to the several times to be sung in church. He also wrote to Bishop Eustasius an outstanding work:

Of sacraments, seven books. Several homilies to the people. And certain other things.

He flourished under the princes Marcian and Leo, in the year of the Lord 440.

Vincentius, a priest, by nation a Gaul, much exercised in the divine Scriptures, having a language polished by practice in speaking and by great reading, and also not ignorant of secular letters, wrote, as our Gennadius reports, an outstanding work, and one to be embraced most greatly by devout men:

Commentaries on the Psalms, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished under the emperor Marcian, in the year of the Lord 450.

Cyrus, Alexandrian by birth, a physician by profession, from a philosopher made a monk for the love of Christ, a man most learned in secular letters, distinguished in skill of speaking, using syllogisms in his writings more than the authorities of divine readings: while he inveighs too strongly against Nestorius, he seems to foster the Timothean doctrine, and, uncertain, he suspends his mind from assent to the Council of Chalcedon, nor does he think it should be accepted that the Son of God after the incarnation consists of two natures. Of his writings there is reported:

Against Nestorius, one book.

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Against the heretics: one book.

He flourished under Emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 460.

Salvianus, presbyter of the church of Marseille, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently instructed in secular letters, a teacher of the bishops of his time, wrote in a scholastic and clear style many and various little works, of which the following are reported. To Claudius, bishop of Vienne, he wrote several letters seasoned with the salt of wisdom. To Marcellus the presbyter:

On the good of virginity: three books. Against avarice: four books. On the present judgment: five books. To Bishop Salonius: one book. To Claudius, bishop of Vienne: one book. On the beginning of Genesis, the Hexaemeron: one book. On the final part of Ecclesiastes: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. Homilies made to bishops: one book. Also On the Sacraments: one book. Many homilies to the people: one book. He also published many other things, which have by no means come to my knowledge.

He flourished under Emperor Zeno, in the year of the Lord 480.

Emanuel, presbyter of the church of Edessa, learned in the divine Scriptures through continual exercise, an outstanding declaimer of homilies to the people, skilled in Greek and Syriac speech, flourished first at Edessa; afterward, coming to Constantinople, and being held there in great esteem, he ended his last day. He wrote, both in Greek and in Syriac, almost innumerable little works. Of these, very few have come to my knowledge. For I have found only:

Against the Nestorians: one book. Against the Eutychians: one book. Against the Timotheans: one book.

He flourished under Emperor Zeno Augustus, in the year of the Lord 480.

Gennadius, bishop of the city of Constantinople, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, subtle in intellect and eloquent in speech, wrote in Greek some little works on the sacred volumes, but they have by no means come into our hands. For he was an outstanding declaimer of homilies, and distinguished no less in life than in knowledge of the Scriptures. Among other things, a work of his arranged as commentaries is reported:

On Daniel the prophet: one book. Many homilies to the people: one book.

He died under Emperor Leo I, who was reigning in the year of the Lord 460.

Claudius, bishop of Vienne, to whom the presbyter Salvianus composed one book, was a man learned in the divine Scriptures and very learned in secular letters; no less distinguished in holiness than in knowledge, he shone forth in his own times. Because of frequent earthquakes, he first instituted the litanies, which the Roman Church thereafter took up and continued. He wrote:

On the state of the soul: three books. Also Letters: one book. And certain other things. He flourished under Emperor Zeno, in the year of the Lord 480.

And let the name Claudius not trouble the uninformed: he should know that the same man is called Mamertus.

Sidonius, bishop of the Arverni, learned in the divine Scriptures and, in the judgment of all, the most learned man of his time in the disciplines of secular letters, excellent in verse and prose, subtle in intellect and eloquent in speech. He wrote, both in meter and in prose, many distinguished little works. Of these I was able to find only those which I have set down below, namely:

A panegyric to Anthemius Augustus: one book. A panegyric to Julius Valerius: one book. By auspice and number [unclear]. Conceive the past things.

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A panegyric to his father-in-law: 1 book, beginning “Phoebus, having at last traversed [unclear].” To Felix: 1 book, beginning “Speak, speak, what I ask, great one.” An epithalamium for Ruricius and Hiberia: 1 book, beginning “Among the dark-blue [unclear].” An epithalamium for Polemius: 1 book, beginning “By chance, returning [unclear].” Eucharisticon to Faustus: 1 book, beginning “Phoebus and three times three.” Of epigrams also: 1 book, beginning “Four days before.” To Pontius Leontius of Burgus: 1 book, beginning “The stable of the Bistonian king.” In praise of the city of Narbonne: 1 book, beginning “Hail, mighty Narbonne.” Letters to various persons: 9 books, beginning “Long ago, most excellent lord, greater [unclear].”

He also wrote many other compositions, short indeed but sufficiently learned, whose titles I have passed over for love of brevity. He flourished in the time of the emperor Zeno, in the year of the Lord 480.

Simplicius, pope, by birth a Tiburtine, after the death of Hilarius presided over the Roman and universal Church for fifteen years. He was a learned and holy man, who appeared not only simple according to his name, but also upright, turning away from evil and fearing God. He restored many churches that had collapsed from extreme age; he issued statutes necessary for the Christian commonwealth; and he wrote some things for the edification of the faithful. Of these I have read only:

To John, bishop of Ravenna: 1 letter, beginning “If anyone, contemplating the Church [unclear].” To Florentius and Equitius, bishops: 1 letter, beginning “The report of your belovedness [unclear].” To Severus, bishop: 1 letter.

But he also wrote many other very useful letters, which I have not yet seen. He died under the emperor Zeno, in the year of the Lord 483, in the sixth indiction, on the sixth day before the Nones of March, and was carried to [unclear].

Eruuldeus, bishop of a certain church: I have not been able to find the name of the city. He was a man learned by constant practice in the divine Scriptures, rich in reading of the ancients, subtle in intellect, apt in speech. He is said to have produced some little works. Of these there survives a volume, furnished from the sacred Scriptures, against those who say that Christ, while dwelling in this life, did not see the Father with his fleshly eyes. The heading of this work is:

That the Son saw the Father: 1 book.

He also wrote certain other things.

In this work he shows that the Son of God, even from the hour of his conception in the womb of the Virgin Mary by the Holy Spirit, always saw his God and Father with fleshly eyes, both thereafter and now, clothed in human flesh. He is said to have flourished under the emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 480.

Victor, bishop of Capua, learned in the sacred Scriptures and sufficiently imbued with secular letters, an excellent theologian and computist, keen in intellect and distinguished in speech, is said to have written some little works on the sacred volumes; but very few of them have come to my knowledge. He refuted the error of Victorius of Aquitaine, who, at the command of Pope Hilarius, writing paschal cycles, taught that Easter should be celebrated on the fifteenth day before the Kalends of May in the year of the Lord 455, although it was more correctly to be celebrated in that year on the seventh day before the Kalends of May. Therefore, when this occasion arose, he wrote:

On Easter. One Gospel from the four: 1 book.

He flourished under the emperor Zeno, in the year of the Lord 480.

Erealis, an African bishop, a man very skilled in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of the discipline of secular studies. When he was asked by Maximinus, bishop of the Arians, whether he could assign in a few words testimonies of divine Scripture, without disputations, merely for the assertion of the consubstantiality of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, he answered not in a few words, as that man had mockingly requested, but by composing a distinguished work with many testimonies from both Testaments:

Against the Arians.

He also wrote other things. He flourished in the time of the emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 460.

John, priest of the church of Antioch, rich in reading of the ancients in the sacred Scriptures. When he had taught grammar at Antioch for some years, he began to wish to profess himself a cleric; and, having become a priest by legitimate succession [unclear], he [unclear] himself to divine readings

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... produced; having been made more learned by them, he was so powerful in delivering homilies that he had no one like him in his own time. He wrote a sufficiently well-furnished volume:

Against the Timotheans: one book. Several homilies to the people: one book. And many other things. He flourished in the times of the emperor Zeno, in the year of the Lord 480.

Theodolus, a priest, Italian by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular letters, coming from Italy into Coelesyria, is remembered there as having been ordained priest and finally bishop; and by writing and composing many things he transmitted his name to posterity. Of his little works I have found only a metrical work on the miracles of the Old Testament and the fables of the poets, to which he gave the title:

Eclogues: one book. On the harmony of the Scriptures: one book. Concerning the rest I have found nothing. He flourished in the year of the Lord 480 under the emperor Zeno, under whom he also died.

Eugenius, bishop of Carthage in Africa, a learned and holy man, a public confessor of the undivided Trinity, endured many injuries from the Arians under Huneric, king of the Vandals, who after Genseric his father persecuted Christians in Africa. For with many other bishops, after their tongues had been cut out, he was sent into exile. He wrote, moreover, certain little works full of faith and learning, of which the following are reported:

Exposition of the Catholic Faith: one book. A disputation held with the Arians: one book. An apologetic for the faith: one book. To his church, while he was going into exile: a letter. He is nevertheless said to have written other things, but they have not come to my knowledge. He flourished in the times of the emperor Zeno, in the year of the Lord 480.

Felix, the third pope, Roman by nation, after Saint Simplicius the pontiff sat in the chair of Peter for eight years; a good, learned, and holy man, who, kindled with zeal for the faith, condemned Peter and Acacius, Eutychian bishops, and banished them into exile. For this reason, holding a synod at Rome, he established many things for ecclesiastical utility, and wrote:

A synodal decree: one book. Several decretal letters: one book. He died under the emperor Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 493, in the first indiction.

Gennadius, priest of the church of Marseille, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, perfectly instructed in both Greek and Latin eloquence, composed many little works, and translated not a few volumes of the ancient fathers from Greek into the Latin tongue. Concerning his own writings he himself, at the end of Illustrious Men, listed the following:

On his faith, to Pope Gelasius: one book. Against Nestorius: six books. Against Eutyches: eleven books. Against Pelagius: three books. Against all heresies: eight books. On illustrious men: one book. Jacobus, surnamed the Wise. On the heresy of the thousand years: one book. He wrote these and certain other things, but they have not yet come to my knowledge. He flourished under the emperor Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 490.

Gelasius, the first pope, African by nation, sat after Felix in the pontificate for four years; a holy man and most learned in the divine Scriptures. Soon after entering upon the pontifical office, he sent into exile the Manichaeans whom he found in the city, and publicly burned their books at the basilica of Saint Mary Major. He established many things for ecclesiastical utility, and wrote very many things against heretics. Of his little works the following are reported:

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A synodal decree: one book. “The arrangement of necessary matters...” Against the Arians: three books. Against Eutyches and Nestorius: five books. Hymns in the manner of Ambrose: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. Several weighty orations. And certain other works. He arranged Graduals, Alleluias, and Tracts, with prefaces suitable for the Mass; he separated the authentic books of the holy fathers from the apocryphal, as is found in distinction 15, Sancta Romana. He died while Anastasius Augustus was emperor, in the year of the Lord 496.

Faustus, from being abbot of the monastery of Lerins, became bishop of Riez in Gaul: a learned and eloquent man, indeed, but stained by the Pelagian error. For this reason his little works are counted among the apocrypha, as is clear in distinction 15, Sancta Romana. At length, corrected and amended by blessed Fulgentius, bishop of Ruspe, he abandoned the error and returned to the truth of the catholic faith; as proof of this he published an excellent work against his former errors, which he entitled On the Grace of God. Of his small works they report the following. The same volume:

On the grace of God: one book. “The catholic faith in the universe...” Against the Arians: one book. Against the Anthropomorphites: one book. On the Holy Spirit: one book. To Gratus the deacon, against Nestorius: one book. To Felix the prefect: one book. Several homilies to the people. He flourished under the emperor Anastasius, in the year 490.

Fulgentius, bishop of Ruspe in Africa, was a man most learned in the divine scriptures and nobly trained in secular letters; subtle in ability, profound in understanding, sweet in speech, polished in expression, easy in teaching, sharp in argument, fit for persuasion, and very gentle. He shone forth no less clearly for holiness of life than for knowledge of the scriptures. He wrote many outstanding volumes, of which the following are reported:

On the grace of God and free will: seven books. “Your letter, dearest son...” On the Holy Trinity: one book. “Your letter, holy brother, [unclear]...” On the truth of predestination: three books. “Your letter, with holy concern...” On the remission of sins: three books. “With spiritual desire and...” A disputation with King Thrasamund: one book. “To the lady most greatly in Christ...” The rule of true life: one book. “Would that, holy brother, so great...” To Ferrandus the deacon: one book. “Just as the true light in no way...” On marital continence: one book. “That, unknown in body, [unclear]...” On virginity, to Proba: one book. “Some months ago, the deacon...” On prayer, to the same: one book. On charity, to Abbot Eugippius: one book. On penance, to Venantia: one book. To the senator Theodore: one book. To Galla the widow: one book. On faith, to Donatus: one book. On the mystery of the mediator: one book. On the sacrament of the incarnation: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. Of many sermons: one book. Innumerable homilies also: one book. On various questions: one book. On Adam without Abel, or without [unclear]: three books. “Although he seeks an ineffective...” Mythologies, to Catus the priest: one book. “Lest concerning your teachers...” On obscure expressions: one book.

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The moralities of the Virgilian contents, a book. On the immensity of the Son of God, a book. On the Passion of the Lord, a book.

But he is also said to have written many other things, which have not come to my knowledge. For he was splendidly trained in both Greek and Latin speech. It should be noted, however, that the title of the book on Adam without A is The Book without Letters; namely, on Abel without B, on Cain without C, and so on with the rest according to the sequence of the letters. But in the book whose title is Exposition of the Virgilian Contents according to the Moral Philosophers, with wonderful industry he sought gold in mud, so to speak, and found it, when he inclined the poet’s work toward natural-philosophical reasoning. He wrote this work to a certain deacon. Another work, of mythologies, he wrote to Catus, a Carthaginian priest; and On the Obscure Expressions of the Ancients to Chalcidius the grammarian, already an old man, when he himself was still young, and teacher and rector of a school of humane letters. He flourished in the times of Thrasamund, king of the Vandals, persecutor of the Catholic churches, under the emperor Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 500.

Ferrandus, deacon of the church of Carthage, to whom there survive some little works of the above-mentioned Saint Fulgentius, was a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, and venerable no less for the holiness of his way of life than for his learning. He is reported to have brought forth certain volumes of lively intelligence, of which only the following have come to my knowledge:

To Count Reginus, On the Seven Rules of Innocence, one book: “From the labors of social life.” To Saint Fulgentius, one letter. A book of letters to various persons. He flourished with Fulgentius, under the emperor Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 500.

Anastasius II, pope, Roman by nation, sat after the holy pontiff Gelasius for one year and ten months. He was indeed a learned man, but, led astray by Acacius, bishop of Constantinople, he not long afterward paid the due penalties for his error. For when he wished to obey the necessity of nature, struck by God, the wretched man poured out his entrails with torches, as is clear in distinction 19, Anastasius. And this was the second infamous pope. He wrote to the emperor Anastasius:

On the Peace of the Church, one letter: “The beginning of my pontificate.” He is also said to have written other letters, but they have not come into our hands. He died, struck by divine judgment, when he had secretly wished to recall from exile Acacius, bishop of Constantinople, condemned and cast out by the Church, under Anastasius Augustus, in the year of the Lord 498.

Paschasius, deacon of the Roman church, a learned and holy man, father of the poor, wholly intent upon the giving of alms, was of such virtue and holiness that Pope Gregory writes in the fourth book of the Dialogues that a demoniac was healed after his death by the touch of his dalmatic. Saint Germanus, bishop of Capua, saw his soul in the punishments of purgatory, tormented for nothing other than that in the election of Pope Symmachus he had himself rather chosen Laurence, and in this opinion, though with peace, had persevered until death. On Gregory’s testimony he wrote a distinguished volume:

On the Holy Spirit, three books, against the errors of the Greeks. And certain other things. He flourished under the emperor Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 500.

Symmachus, pope, Sardinian by nation, a learned and holy man, obtained the pontificate after Anastasius, not without discord between the parties of Laurence, and sat for fifteen years and six months. A man merciful and generous to the poor, he loved the clergy, enriched the churches, and drove the heretics from the city. Having held a synod at Rome of 120 bishops concerning the crimes charged against him, he cleared himself canonically, and drove Peter, bishop of Ravenna, with his accomplices into exile. He wrote certain letters and little works not to be despised. Of these I have found:

Decree of the first synod, one book: “On account of the frequent ambitions.” Decree of the Roman synod, one book: “When in one place at blessed Peter’s.” Acts of another Roman synod, one book: “The fourth synod held at Rome.” On the excesses of clerics, one book: “Your fraternity indeed well.” A book of letters to various persons.

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He died under Emperor Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 515, in the eighth indiction, on the fourteenth day before the Kalends of August. Pope Hormisdas succeeded him.

Symmachus, patrician, senator, and Roman consul, father-in-law of Boethius, a philosopher and distinguished orator, and a magnificent worshipper of the Christian faith, whom Theodoric, king of Italy, because of suspicion that he had aimed at liberty, banished into exile together with Boethius at Pavia, and not long afterward cruelly slew. Since he was a learned and most eloquent man, he is said to have composed some little works. Of these I have been able to find only one volume, brief indeed, but elegant:

Letters to various persons, one book: “Surely you laugh because concerning me.”

Of the rest I have seen nothing. He died while Anastasius was emperor, killed by Theodoric, king of Italy, at Ravenna, in the year of the Lord 524, in the second indiction.

Avitus, bishop of Vienne, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and most skilled in secular letters, a theologian, rhetorician, and very famous poet, who in his time was valued no less for the purity of his life than for his knowledge of the Scriptures. He wrote not a few little works, both in verse and in prose, but very few have come to my knowledge. Of these the following are said to have been composed in elegant heroic meter:

On the Origin of the World, one book. On Original Sin, one book. On the Judgment of God, one book. On the Flood of the World, one book. On the Crossing of the Red Sea, one book. Letters to various persons, nine books. Many Homilies, one book. And many others. He flourished under the emperors Zeno and Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 500.

Godelbertus, priest, learned in the divine Scriptures through constant exercise, rich in his reading of the ancients, and most learned in secular letters; a profound theologian, a famous orator, a notable poet, subtle in intellect, adorned in speech. He wrote in heroic meter a very famous work, running most elegantly through histories and allegories, from the beginning of the world up to the birth of the Virgin. The title of this work is:

Allegories of the Scriptures, three books. But he wrote many other things. He flourished, as they say, in the times of the emperor Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 500.

Eugippius, priest and abbot, learned in the holy Scriptures, singularly devoted to reading the books of Saint Augustine, and sufficiently instructed in the letters of the secular arts; also renowned in life and conduct of monastic discipline. Some letters of Saint Fulgentius of Ruspe are said to be addressed to him. He wrote certain necessary little works. Of these I have found only the following. He excerpted a large volume, containing three hundred chapters, from the books of blessed Augustine the bishop, addressed to Proba. Its prologue begins thus: one letter, “To the lady deservedly venerable.” The book itself thus: one book, “What I have written to you, honorable one.” His Rule of Monks, one book. He flourished under Emperor Anastasius, according to Honorius the priest; but according to Sigebert he flourished under Tiberius Constantine, in the times of Pope Pelagius II, in the year of the Lord 580.

Benedict, the first abbot and founder of Monte Cassino, by homeland a man of Nursia, founder and chief of the monks of the West, a man of most holy conduct and illumined by the prophetic spirit. From his order afterward many most learned and most holy men became famous. He converted countless peoples from iniquity to Christ by word and example. From his order the Roman see has had eighteen pontiffs, more than two hundred cardinals, sixteen hundred archbishops in various churches, almost four thousand bishops, and outstanding abbots who became famous for doctrine, writings, or life, seventeen thousand. But those canonized or entered in the catalogue of saints, as in the monuments of the ancients

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we are instructed: fifteen thousand six hundred. Excepting those of whom, in all these matters, no accounts have come down to us. And concerning these illustrious men of our order we have already written four special books, in which we have recorded the names of some, though not of all. Saint Benedict, moreover, wrote, in lucid language and with outstanding discretion:

The Rule of Monks, one book. It has seventy-four chapters.

Under this rule twenty orders serve; these we have set out individually in the first book On the Illustrious Men of Our Order, although some are rare among us. He flourished under Justin the Elder, in the year of the Lord 530. And he died, as some maintain, in the year of the Lord 542, in the fifth indiction, on the twenty-first day of the month of March, when he was sixty-two years old, on the Saturday of holy Easter. But Marianus Scotus, an excellent computist, writes otherwise, saying as follows: If the holy father Benedict, abbot, as some write, died on the twelfth day before the Kalends of April, on the Saturday of holy Easter, he seems to have died in the year of the Lord 601. For unless [unclear] in the ninety-sixth year before that year, his death does not fit, because then, if born, he was very young. Therefore, according to this calculation of Marianus, the holy father Benedict died in the last year of the emperor Maurice, namely in the year of the Lord 601, at the age of more or less ninety, in the fourth indiction, on the twelfth day before the Kalends of April.

Boethius Manlius Severinus, ordinary consul, Roman, a philosopher, orator, and distinguished poet, learned in the divine Scriptures and, in secular letters, the most erudite of all men of his time, was the son-in-law of Symmachus the patrician. He was a man most richly imbued with Greek and Latin eloquence, since he translated many volumes both of Aristotle and of other philosophers from the Attic tongue into Latin; subtle in intellect, ready in understanding, and Catholic; in speech not inferior even to Tully. It is established that he had the friendship of Saint Benedict, and ate at his table on Monte Cassino with Tertullus, the senator and father of Placidus. He wrote many splendid volumes. Of these I have found the following:

To Symmachus, his father-in-law, patrician of the city of Rome:

On the Holy Trinity, one book. "Having investigated for a very long time."

On the Unity of the Trinity, one book. "I ask whether the Father, the Son."

On the Two Natures in Christ, one book. "Anxiously indeed and for a long time you."

On the Faith, to John the deacon, one book. "The Christian faith of a new and."

On Unity and the One, one book. "Unity is that by which each single thing."

On the Isagoge of Porphyry, one book. "In the time of a winter year in [unclear]."

On the Second Edition of the Same, one book. "This second [unclear] from."

On the Categories of Aristotle, one book. "Having set out those things which pertain to the preliminary."

On the Perihermenias of the Same, one book. "Great indeed [is] the book of this."

On the Second Edition of the Same, six books. "Alexander in the commentaries."

On Divisions, one book. "Which [unclear] great things for students."

On Definitions, one book. "Of speaking and disputing."

Introduction to Categorical Syllogisms, one book. "Many things the ancient philosophers."

On Cicero’s Topics, six books. "At your exhortation, patrician."

On Topical Differences, three books. "Every method of discussing which."

On the Categorical Syllogism, one book. "Many things the ancient Greeks."

On the Hypothetical Syllogism, one book. "Since in all matters of philosophy."

On the Hebdomads, one book. "You ask that from the hebdomads."

On Arithmetic, one book. "Among all things of ancient authority."

On Music, five books. "Indeed every perception by sense."

On the Consolation of Philosophy, five books. "Songs which with a certain zeal."

On the Geometry of Euclid, three books. "But because, my patrician, geo-."

On the Discipline of Scholars, one book. "Your intention knows concerning."

On Rhetorical Places, one book.

On the Predication of [unclear] of Passion, one book.

Letters to Various Persons, one book.

He says that he wrote also some other works, but they have not come to my knowledge. He died in the same year as Symmachus the patrician and Pope John, under the emperor Anastasius, by order of King Theoderic at Ravenna, after a long exile, executed in prison, in the year of the Lord 524, in the second indiction. And under the name of Severinus he is said to have been entered in the catalogue of the saints.

Hormisdas, pope, a Campanian by nation, presided over the Church after the pontiff Symmachus for nine years. He was a good, learned, and energetic man; having assembled a synod at Rome, he condemned the Eutychian heresy, and the Manichaeans, springing up again, he banished into exile after burning the books of their errors. Among other little works of his talent he wrote:

A synodal decree, one book.

To Justin Augustus, one letter: “Meanwhile, those things which pertain to the unity of the Church...”

To the clergy of Second Syria, one letter: “When the letters of your affection had been read...”

Several letters to various persons, one book.

He died under Justin the Elder Augustus, in the year of the Lord 521, in the fourteenth indiction, on the eighth day before the Ides of August. John succeeded him.

Evodius, bishop of Ticinum, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular literature, of remarkable eloquence in both Greek and Latin, was sent by Pope Hormisdas to Constantinople in matters of the faith to Anastasius, the heretical emperor. After receiving many insults, he was expelled from the city together with his companions, Anastasius saying: “Why do you offer commands to us, who are under the dominion of no one? The Roman pontiff ought to obey us, not to give orders.” Evodius wrote to Pope Symmachus:

On the Catholic Faith, one book.

And certain other things.

He flourished under the emperor Anastasius, in the year of the Lord 510.

Jordanes, from a monk bishop of the Goths, a man zealous in the divine Scriptures and competently instructed in secular letters, gentle in disposition and plain in speech, an investigator of times and events and a notable writer, is said to have composed certain distinguished volumes. Of these, very few have come to my knowledge. For I have found only:

Histories, two books. In the first of these he reviewed the deeds of the Romans; in the second, the origin and deeds of the Goths down to the end of their kingdom.

He flourished under the emperor Justinian, in the year of the Lord 530.

Faustus, a monk and disciple of our most holy father Benedict, Italian by nation, a man venerable in knowledge and morals: when he was seven years old, he was offered by his parents to Father Benedict. At length, after the complete formation of his regular profession, he was sent with blessed Maurus into Gaul to build a monastery. There, after living for many years in great holiness, when Saint Maurus was dead he returned to Monte Cassino. At the request of the brethren, he wrote in quite clear eloquence to Boniface, the second pontiff of the Roman city:

The Life of Saint Maurus the Abbot, one book.

He flourished under the emperor Phocas, in the year of the Lord 600.

Justinian the Great, emperor, sister’s son of Justin the Elder, reigned after him for thirty-eight years. He was a man of great and excellent talent, and rightly obtained a place among ecclesiastical writers, because he both published a very distinguished volume against the heretics, and, through the agency of John the patrician and the consuls Theophilus and Dorotheus, with admirable brevity corrected the Roman laws, which lay scattered in more than two thousand books. For, reducing all the constitutions of the emperors which were contained in many volumes to twelve books, he called it the Code.

Again, reducing the laws of the individual magistrates and judges, which, as we have said, extended to almost two thousand books, to the number of fifty books in three volumes, he named it the Code of the Digest or Pandects. He also composed four books of Institutes, in which the kernel of the laws is contained and explained. The new laws also which he himself had established he reduced into one volume. Of all the books

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and so, of the works of the emperor Justinian that have come down to us, the following is the order set down, namely:

The Code of Justinian: 12 books. “These things which necessarily [unclear].” The Digest, or Pandects: 50 books. The Institutes: 4 books. “Imperial majesty.” An Epitome of the Laws: 1 book. On the Incarnation of the Lord, against Eutyches: 3 books. Against the African Bishops: 1 book.

Who would doubt that he also wrote other things, especially letters, both many and elegant, which have not come into our hands? He at last, in his old age, became mindless and foolish, and died in the year of the Lord 565, in the thirteenth indiction. Justin the Younger succeeded him.

Dionysius, a Roman abbot, surnamed, as is reported, Exiguus: a man certainly great and most distinguished in talent and knowledge, learned in the sacred Scriptures, and nobly instructed in the discipline of secular letters; renowned in Greek and Latin eloquence; an outstanding computist and reckoner of times. He wrote some little works in the Latin language, of which I have found only the following: year 532.

A Great Paschal Cycle: 1 book. “The reckoning of the paschal feast [unclear].” On the Reckoning of the Paschal Feast: 1 book.

He also translated from Greek into Latin the Life of Saint Pachomius the abbot, and also the book of Gregory of Emesa On the Formation of Man, the writings of Proterius, bishop of Alexandria, to Pope Leo, and certain other things. He began his cycle in the year of the Lord 532, which was the last year of the great paschal cycle, which, once completed, always returns to the same point. He therefore flourished under Justinian the Great, in the year of the Lord 540.

Hecundus, bishop of Hermiane, richly learned in the sacred Scriptures by reading the ancients, and sufficiently instructed in secular letters, is said to have written some volumes for the edification of readers. Of these, only a great and excellent work has come down to us, composed in an elegant style and furnished with great authorities from the ancients:

In Defense of the Three Chapters: 12 books.

He flourished under the emperor Justinian, in the year of the Lord 540.

Justinian, bishop of Valencia: a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of humane letters. From the same mother he had three brothers who were bishops, namely Justus, Nebridius, and Elpidius, learned and erudite men who composed various little works; these, however, have by no means come into our hands. He himself, among other things, composed for a certain man named Rusticus:

On Five Questions: 1 book. And certain other things.

He flourished in Spain under the emperor Justinian, in the year of the Lord 540.

Prigius, bishop of the church of Pax in Spain: learned in the divine Scriptures, most erudite in secular letters, subtle in talent, eloquent in speech. He expounded the sacred Scriptures so gloriously and profoundly that, in comparison with him, the ancient writers would seem not to have expounded them. Of his little works there survives a notable volume, subtle in meaning and splendid in speech:

On the Apocalypse of John: 1 book. On the Song of Songs: 1 book.

He also published many other things, which have not come into our hands.

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He flourished in the times of Theodotus, king of the Goths, under Justinian the Great, emperor, in the year of the Lord 530.

Cassiodorus, monk and abbot of the monastery near Ravenna, a man very learned in divine Scripture and in secular letters, easily the most erudite of all in his time, shone forth no less renowned for holiness than for knowledge. He was first chancellor of Theoderic, king of Italy, and a senator of Ravenna, and consul of the city of Rome; afterward, despising the vain honors of the world, for love of God he became a monk. Then, directing the study of humane letters to the exposition of holy Scripture, he composed many most elegant treatises. Of his works the following are reported. In the person both of himself and of King Theoderic he wrote:

Letters to various persons, 28 books.

On the Nature of the Soul, 1 book. “When now of the work undertaken...”

On the whole Psalter, 1 book. “Blessed is the man,” etc. Very beautiful.

Instruction in Divine Readings, 2 books. “Since the pursuits of secular letters...”

On the Song of Songs, 1 book. “Solomon, inspired by the divine...”

Instruction in Secular Letters, 9 books. “Our intention is concerning the art...”

He compiled the Tripartite History, 12 books. Very useful at the beginning of the book.

Catalogue of the Roman Consuls, 1 book.

On Etymologies, 1 book.

The Fore-Noted Priest, 1 book.

On Figures and Tropes, 1 book.

Memorial of the Scriptures, 1 book.

On Orthography, 1 book.

Expositions on the Apocalypse, 1 book.

On the Canonical Epistles, 7 books.

On the Acts of the Apostles, 1 book.

He also composed many other things which have not come to the knowledge of our reading. He flourished in the times of Justin the elder down almost to the end of the reign of Justin the younger, being more than 95 years of age, in the year of the Lord 575.

Arator, subdeacon of the most holy Roman Church, a man practiced in divine Scriptures and nobly learned in the literature of the secular disciplines, powerful in verse and prose, subtle in intellect, clear and polished in speech, wrote a very distinguished volume, composed in meter, to a certain abbot Florian:

On the Acts of the Apostles, 3 books. “That Judaea, polluted by the crime of its own...”

To Abbot Florian, 1 letter. “You who by merits...”

To Pope Vigilius, 1 letter. “With watery walls of wars...”

And certain other things which I have not seen.

This Arator, a very distinguished poet and notable theologian, offered the book on the Acts of the Apostles which he had composed in elegant meter to Pope Vigilius before the confession of Saint Peter, on the seventh Ides of April, in the presence of many bishops and learned men; and, at the pontiff’s command, he recited a large part of it publicly before all. As the hour was passing, Pope Vigilius handed the book to the venerable Surgentius, the primicerius, to be placed in the archive, so that he might complete its reading at a free time. All the learned men earnestly begged his holiness to order the book to be read before them in its entirety. When he had ordered this to be done in the church of Saint Peter ad Vincula, a great crowd of religious, nobles, and laymen assembled; and as Arator himself recited in distinct words, both books were heard four times, since on one day only half of a book was read because of the continual repetitions which the listeners demanded with manifold favor. Where in the present times is there such study of letters? Where is the love of saving knowledge? Our religious men, and nobles, and also clerical pontiffs listen not to books but to revenues; they cultivate not letters but avarice. Now Antimachus reads many poems, and as individuals withdraw, scarcely a single Plato is found to remain. But we are now speaking out of season about these matters.

Arator flourished under the emperor Justinian, in the year of the Lord 540.

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Victor, bishop of the [Tunnunensian?] church in Africa, a man learned in divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular letters, was banished into exile in Egypt by the emperor Justinian and by Eutychius, bishop of the city of Constantinople, because of his defense of the Three Chapters. From there, summoned again to Constantinople, when he resisted the emperor and the bishop, the detractors of those same Chapters, he was sent to be guarded in a monastery of the same city; and, as they say, he remained in that same condemnation and died. Among other works of his talent he wrote, from the beginning of the world down to the first year of the reign of Justin the younger, a very useful History concerning deeds and ecclesiastical wars:

History, 1 book.

For the Defense of the Three Chapters, 1 book.

And certain other things.

He flourished under the emperor Justinian, in the year of the Lord 540.

Gregory, the first pope, from being a monk of the order of Saint Benedict, Roman by homeland: after the pontificate of Pelagius he sat in the chair of Peter for thirteen years and six months. He was most learned in the divine Scriptures, and indeed very learned in secular letters; prince of theologians, splendor of philosophers, and light of rhetoricians; upright and most holy in life and conduct. While he was explaining the divine Scriptures, the Holy Spirit several times appeared to him in visible form, and by invisible teaching disclosed to him the hidden mysteries of those same Scriptures. At Rome, at Saint Peter’s, he held a synod of twenty-four bishops, established many things for the utility of the Church, and promulgated a decree on the immunity of monasteries. He wrote several necessary volumes. Of these the following are reported: To Leander, bishop of Seville.

Moralia on the Book of Job, thirty-five books: “Among many it is often asked.” On Pastoral Care, two books: “The weight of pastoral care.” Dialogues on the Miracles of the Saints, four books: “On a certain day, too much [unclear].” On the Song of Songs, four books: “After [unclear] from the joys of paradise.” On Ezekiel the Prophet, two books: “By the inspiration of almighty God.” Homilies on the Gospels, forty, in two books: “Our Lord and Redeemer.” A Brief Explanation of the Four Gospels, four books: “Matthew, as in the order.” On the Seven Penitential Psalms, two books. Letters to Various Persons, ten books: “Gregory, bishop, servant.” Rationale of Divine Things. [unclear]. On the Sacraments.

While he was still a deacon, on behalf of Pope Pelagius he wrote a very distinguished letter to Elias, bishop of Aquileia, who was unwilling to accept the three chapters of the Council of Chalcedon; this letter is not found among his letters. He is also said to have written very many other works: namely, on the Prophets, on the Books of Kings, also on the books of Moses, and on other sacred Scriptures. After his death, before they had yet been copied, his most wicked rivals, envying his glory and holiness, burned them with fire, as John the Deacon laments in the book of his life. The most blessed Pope Gregory died in the second year of the emperor Phocas, which was the year of the Lord six hundred and nine, in the eighth indiction, on the fourth Ides of March, shining with many miracles.

Leander, bishop of Seville, from being a monk, Carthaginian by homeland, from the province of Spain, born of his father Severianus: a most studious man, nobly learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, sweet in speech, most excellent in talent, and also holy in life and conduct and beloved of God. By his preaching and effort Hermingild, son of Leuvigild, the Arian king of the Goths, was brought back to the confession of the orthodox faith, and on the vigil of Easter, slain by his heretical father, received the crown of martyrs. His brother Richard, as soon as after his father’s death he had taken up the kingdom, at Leander’s urging and preaching, renounced heresy and converted the whole people of the Visigoths subject to him to the Catholic faith. To this blessed Leander, blessed Gregory dedicated the volumes of his commentaries on Job. Leander himself also wrote some little works, of which there are reported

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the following. When, on account of the Catholic faith, he had been banished into exile by the Arians, he wrote:

Against heretics, two books. Against the ordinances of the Arians, one book. On virginity, to Florentina, one book. Prayers in a twofold edition on the psalm[s], one book. On contempt for death, to his brother, one book. On the praise of sacrifices, one book. Letters to various persons, one book.

But he also published some other works, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished in the year of the Lord 590, under the emperor Maurice. He died under Reccared, the most devout prince of the Goths, renowned for miracles.

Priscian the grammarian, by homeland a Caesarean, a man most learned in secular letters, skilled in Greek and Latin eloquence, held in great esteem with Chosroes, king of the Persians, wrote certain distinguished volumes on the grammatical art, which among the ancients were held in great authority. Of these the following are reported:

To Julian the patrician. On the parts of speech, two books. On construction, one book. On accents, one book. On cosmography, one book. On natural questions, to [unclear], one book.

He is also said to have written some other works, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished, as some think, in the times of Chosroes, king of the Persians, and of the emperor Heraclius, in the year of the Lord 620.

Marcus, a monk and disciple of our holy father Benedict, and most dearly loved by him, a man learned in the divine scriptures and very skilled in secular letters, an orator and distinguished poet, renowned in morals and manner of life, wrote, after the blessed Pope Gregory, adding some things, running most elegantly in heroic verse:

The Life of Saint Benedict, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished down to the reign of Heraclius Augustus, in the year of the Lord 610.

Fortunatus, bishop of Poitiers, an Italian by nation, a man learned in the divine scriptures and most learned in secular letters, subtle in intellect, eloquent and polished in speech, excelling all the doctors of his age in verse and prose, having been freed from pain in the eyes by [Saint Martin?], came to Tours to his tomb to give thanks; and, having gone on to Poitiers, he was first ordained priest and then bishop there, and was renowned for great learning and religion. He wrote many useful and devout little works in elegant verse. Of these I have seen only the following. To Saint Radegund, daughter of the last king of the Thuringians and captive of the king of the Franks, afterwards abbess of the monastery of Poitiers, in hexameter verse:

The Destruction of the Kingdom of the Thuringians, one book. “[The condition?] of war, a sorrowful lot.” To [Jovinus?] on Radegund, one book. “You who eagerly lick the Aonian [unclear].” To Justin the Younger, one book. “Glory of the highest [Father?] and of the Son, and [unclear].” To Sophia Augusta, one book. “To whom, marrying one equal in merits [unclear].” On Radegund’s psalm, one book. “After the ashes of the fatherland and [unclear].” In praise of Bishop Martin, one book. “When he was spreading apostolic light.” On the venerable Bishop Leontius, one book. “Among whom [unclear] begot [a ray?].” On praise of the same, one book. “Let every age know [unclear].” Seventy-seven hymns, one book. “Let every age know [that] [unclear] has come.”

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On the miracles of Saint Martin: four books. The life of Saint Hilary of Poitiers: one book. To Oporicus on his own life: one book. The life of a holy bishop: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. Poems to friends: one book. “The king, the summit of the region,” etc. He also composed many other works, which, since they are short, I have not wished to mark under the name of books. For he wrote many epitaphs and brief verses, which I have seen. He flourished under Justin the Younger Augustus, in the year of the Lord 570.

Gregory, bishop of Tours, formerly a monk and once a disciple of Saint Avitus, bishop of the Auvergnats, a learned and noble man, and also gentle and humble, was of such great holiness and purity that even in life he shone with miracles. When he visited the thresholds of the apostles Peter and Paul, he was received by the blessed Pope Gregory with the greatest reverence and charity, as a truly holy man and a special friend, uniquely beloved by him. He wrote several volumes in a simple and plain style, of which there survive:

On the praise of the holy martyrs: one book. On the life of certain confessors: two books. On the miracles of Saint Julian the martyr: one book. On the miracles of Saint Martin: four books. History of the Franks: ten books. An epitome of the same: one book. Chronicle of ecclesiastical history: one book. The other works which he composed have not yet come to our knowledge through reading. He flourished in the times of the emperor Maurice, in the year of the Lord 600.

Martin, bishop, formerly ruler and abbot of the monastery of Dumio, a man learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, coming from the regions of the East into Gaul, converted the people of the Sueves by teaching and miracles from Arian impiety to the right faith; he established rules of orthodox faith, founded monasteries, and reformed churches. He wrote to Mito, king of Galicia, on the four virtues which are called cardinal, an instructive volume which he wished to entitle:

The Form of an Honorable Life: one book. A book of letters full of the cultivation of virtues: one book. And certain other works which I have not seen. He flourished under Theodemir, king of the Sueves, while Justinian Augustus governed the Constantinopolitan empire, in the year of the Lord 540.

Paterius, notary and secundicerius of the Roman Church, a man trained by constant study in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, gathered all the testimonies of divine Scripture by which the blessed Pope Gregory clarified the obscure points of his exposition, and published three books: two, namely, on testimonies of the Old Testament, and one on the Testament; and he entitled the codex itself:

Testimony: four books. “When of the most blessed and apostolic...” I have seen nothing concerning the rest. He flourished at Rome at the same time when Pope Gregory presided over the universal Church, and at his urging he compiled the aforesaid volume, while Maurice Augustus held the empire and after him Phocas, in the year of the Lord 600.

Columbanus, first founder and abbot of the monastery of Luxeuil, a Scot by nation, a man of outstanding holiness, merit, and learning, father of many thousands of monks and founder of several monasteries, an excellent sower of the divine word, coming from Ireland into Gaul and Germany, increased divine worship, monasteries, and servants, as once the chief of the Druids had done. While he was still rather young he devoted great study to sacred letters, so that he wrote in an elegant style:

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Commentaries on the whole Psalter, one book. And certain letters to the brothers. He died under the emperor Maurice, in the year of the Lord 598, in the first indiction, on the eleventh day before the Kalends of December.

John, bishop of Constantinople, a Cappadocian by nation, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, of inestimable holiness, so intent upon alms and works of piety that the emperor Maurice, moved against him by a zeal of avarice, ordered all the poor and beggars to be expelled from the city of Constantinople. He wrote in Greek to Saint Leander, bishop of Seville, and certain other things. He flourished under the emperor Maurice, in the year of the Lord 600.

Licinianus, bishop of Cartagena, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, after many exercises of study, was killed at Constantinople by his rivals with a cup of poison under the emperor Maurice. Sudden death did not harm him, since Scripture says: “The just man, by whatever death he may have been overtaken, shall be in a place of refreshment.” For then he truly begins to live, when, adorned with good works, he goes through death to Christ, never to die. He wrote certain little works not to be despised in reading, of which I have not yet deserved to see any. The following are said to be his: On the sacrament of baptism, one book; Letters to various persons, one book; and certain other things. He flourished under the emperor Maurice, in the year of the Lord 590.

Severus, bishop of the city of Malaga, formerly the companion and colleague of the aforesaid bishop Licinianus, a man learned in the holy Scriptures, nobly instructed in the disciplines of secular letters, acute in intellect and distinguished in speech, wrote against Vincentius, bishop of the city of Zaragoza, who had passed from the Catholic faith into Arian depravity: A Correction, one book; On virginity, to his sister, one book; Letters to various persons, one book. He flourished in the year of the Lord 580, under the emperor Maurice, under whom he died.

Eutropius, bishop of the church of Valencia, formerly abbot of the monastery of Servitanum of the order of Saint Benedict, to whom Licinianus, while still living in the aforesaid monastery, wrote many letters, a man magnificently learned both in divine writings and in secular letters, and excellently imbued with monastic disciplines. While he was still abbot he wrote to Bishop Licinianus why, after infants have been baptized, the triple anointing with chrism follows afterwards, one book; On the correction of monks, one book; and several letters to various persons. He flourished in the times of the emperor Maurice, in the year of the Lord 600.

John, bishop of Gerona, formerly a monk of our order, a Goth by nation, from the province of Lusitania, a man studious and learned in the divine writings, also distinguished in morals and conduct, learned and famous in Greek and Latin speech: when, as a young man, he went to Constantinople out of love of learning, after seven years had passed he returned to Spain. When King Leovigild could not bring him over to Arian impiety, he condemned him to a fairly harsh exile for ten years. Recalled from there by the most Christian king [Reccaredus?], he founded a monastery, where by word and example he showed his brothers the path of regular discipline. He wrote: An Exhortation to monks, one book; Additions to the chronicle, one book; [unclear], of which we spoke above: a little work [unclear], one book.

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He composed also many other [works], which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under [Richard / Reccared?], most Christian king of the Visigoths, in Spain, in the times of the emperors Maurice and Phocas, in the year of the Lord 600.

Maximus, bishop of the city of Saragossa, learned in the divine Scriptures and not moderately erudite in secular [letters], prompt in talent and polished in eloquence, excelling in verse [and] prose, published in either style quite illustrious volumes, which have as yet by no means come to the notice of our reading. But there is reported [as] his a notable volume, a pleasant work: On the deeds of the Goths in Spain: 1 book. He flourished in the times of the emperor Phocas, in the year of the Lord 610.

Jonas, a monk, disciple of Saint Columbanus the abbot, companion of his pilgrimage, a Scot by nation, a studious man, erudite, renowned for knowledge, no less venerable for religion than for learning, wrote in composed speech, at the request of the brothers, for the edification of many: The Life of Saint Columbanus: 1 book. The Life of Saint Attala the monk: 1 book. The Life of Saint Eustasius the abbot: 1 book. He flourished under the emperor Heraclius, in the year of the Lord 630.

Leontius, bishop of the city of Neapolis on the island of Cyprus, a man erudite in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, also most renowned in life and conversation, a prelate worthy of God. He wrote, among the other little works of his talent, a notable volume on the acts [and] admirable conversation of that patriarch of Alexandria who, on account of [his] incredible piety [and] compassion toward the poor, was surnamed John the Almsgiver: 1 book. Of the rest I have found nothing. He flourished in the times of the emperor Phocas, in the year of the Lord 610.

Isidore the Younger, bishop of Seville after Leander, a man most erudite in the divine Scriptures, second to none of his time in secular letters, subtle in talent, clear in sense, composed in eloquence, excelling in verse [and] prose, shone forth no less distinguished for sanctity than for learning. He is called "the Younger" to distinguish him from the elder, bishop of Cordoba, of whom we made mention above, or also from another, bishop of Seville, who preceded him. This Isidore the Younger wrote many illustrious little works, of which I have found only the following. To Braulio the bishop: Of Etymologies: 20 books. ["Discipline [is so called] from learning…"] On Genesis, allegorically: 1 book. ["The history of the sacred law…"] On Exodus: 1 book. ["Certain mysteries…"] On Numbers: 1 book. ["Therefore this one book…"] On Leviticus: 1 book. ["The following Leviticus book…"] On Deuteronomy: 1 book. ["The book of Deuteronomy [is] found…"] On Joshua: 1 book. ["After the death of Moses, the servant…"] On Judges: 1 book. ["The history of the Judges…"] On Kings: 3 books. ["After the book of Judges there follows…"] On Ruth: 1 book. On Paralipomenon [Chronicles]: 1 book. On Ezra [and] Nehemiah: 3 books. On Tobias: 1 book. On Judith: 1 book. On Esther: 1 book. On Job: 1 book. On the Psalter: 1 book. On the Proverbs of Solomon: 1 book. On Ecclesiastes: 1 book. On the Song of Songs: 1 book. On the book of Wisdom: 1 book. On Ecclesiasticus: 1 book. On Isaiah the prophet: 1 book. On Jeremiah: 1 book. On Ezekiel: 1 book. On Daniel the prophet: 1 book. On the twelve minor prophets: 12 books. On the Maccabees: 2 books. On the four Gospels: 4 books. The book of generation, etc.: 1 book. On the Epistles of Paul: 13 books. On the canonical epistles: 7 books.

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Sermons to monks, one book, “I fear in Christ, venera...” Decree of the three councils of Arles, three books, “Concerning the rest I have found nothing.”

In the third sermon, which is on the monk’s battle against vices, he acknowledges both himself and those to whom he speaks as professed monks of the order of the Rule of our most holy father Benedict. He flourished in the times of the emperor Constantine, son of Heraclius, and of his sons, in the year of the Lord 670; under them he presided gloriously over the synod of Arles.

Audoenus, who was also called Dado, bishop of Rouen, a Gaul by nation, brother of Saint Ado the monk, a learned and most holy man, founder of the monastery of Rebais, since he was learned both in the holy Scriptures and also in secular letters, wrote in a very elegant style to Rupertus, bishop of Paris:

The Life of Saint Eligius, bishop of Noyon, three books, and certain other things.

He flourished with great holiness, virtues, and signs in the times of the above-mentioned emperor Constantine, in the year of the Lord 660.

Theodorus, seventh archbishop of Canterbury, consecrated by Pope Vitalian, a Greek by nation, from Tarsus in Cilicia, a monk of our order in the city of Rome, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, second to none in his time in secular letters, highly skilled in Greek and Latin speech, excellent also in verse and prose, renowned no less for holiness than for knowledge: after holding a synod in England, he made many provisions for the English church. Among other monuments of his talent he wrote an outstanding work on the kind of penance to be imposed on those who had offended in many crimes. The title of this work is:

The Penitential of Theodore, one book; some letters to various persons.

He died, not without a reputation for holiness, under Justinian the Younger, in the year of the Lord 690, in the third indiction, in the seventy-eighth year of his age, and the twenty-second of his episcopate.

Leo, the second pope, a Sicilian by nation, sat in the chair of Peter after Agatho for only eleven months. A man most learned in divine and secular writings, sufficiently instructed in the Greek and Latin languages, subtle and eloquent, no less holy than learned, he translated from Greek into Latin the sixth synod, which had been celebrated in the city of Constantinople in the time of Pope Agatho, his predecessor; in it Macarius, bishop of Antioch, was condemned with his accomplices, Cyrus, Sergius, Honorius, Pyrrhus, and Peter, bishops, who taught that in our Lord Jesus Christ there was only one will and operation. He also wrote:

Many letters to various persons, one book, and certain similar things.

He died under the emperor Constantine, son of Constantine, in the year of the Lord 677, in the fifth indiction, on the fifth day before the Nones of July.

Adamnan, priest and abbot of the monastery of Iona, which Saint Columba once built on the island of Scotland, a man very studious and learned in divine writings, not ignorant of secular letters either, cautious in mind, sweet in speech, distinguished in life and conduct, not without a reputation for holiness, was the father of many monks. Among other things he wrote, in a sufficiently composed style, a volume:

On the Places of the Holy Land, one book, and certain letters.

He flourished under Justinian the Younger Augustus, in the year of the Lord 690.

Benedict, abbot in Britain, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and an outstanding preserver and promoter of regular discipline, wrote a notable little work for monks, in which all the rules of the holy fathers

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comparing [it with] the rule of our most blessed father Benedict, he shows that the rules of all the others harmonize with it, and that it by no means differs from any. For this reason he entitled his book The Concord of the Rules, one book.

He wrote other works.

He flourished under Emperor Constantine, in the year of the Lord 670.

Delmus, bishop of the West Saxons, formerly abbot of the monastery of Maildub in Scotia, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a devout man of outstanding holiness, zealous and learned in the Holy Scriptures, and in secular letters the most learned of all in England in his time, excellent in verse and prose, a most fervent preacher of the word of God. He wrote in both styles certain instructive volumes, of which I have found only the following. While he was still abbot, at the command of the synod of his people, he wrote against the error of the Britons a notable and useful work:

On the Celebration of Easter, one book.

On the Virginity of the Saints, in verse, one book.

On the Same Subject, in prose, one book.

Several letters to various persons, one book.

He is also read to have written many other works, which have not come to the notice of our reading.

He flourished under Justinian the Younger, in the year of the Lord 680.

Ceolfrid, after Benedict the second abbot of the monastery of the holy apostles Peter and Paul in England, of the Order of Saint Benedict, teacher and nurturer of Bede the priest, a devout and learned man, and a vigorous governor of regular discipline. He wrote to the king of the Picts, who requested it, a fairly lengthy letter in the form of a little book:

On the Observance of Easter, one book.

He flourished in England in the times of the emperor Justinian the Younger, namely in the year of the Lord 680. At last, when he was returning from visiting the thresholds of the apostles, he died in the city of Langres, in the seventy-fourth year of his age.

Egidius, a monk of the Order of Saint Benedict, Greek by nation, learned in the divine Scriptures, very skilled in secular letters, a physician, philosopher, and distinguished poet, venerable no less in his manner of life than in knowledge, wrote certain little works of no contemptible usefulness, of which I have found only the following. A notable work composed in meter:

On Pulses, one book.

On Veins also, one book.

Of the others I have seen nothing. It begins: “When a vein is made [unclear].” “The powers of talent with modest [unclear].”

He flourished under Emperor Tiberius, in the year of the Lord 700.

Bede, monk and priest of the monastery of the holy apostles Peter and Paul, which is in England, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man most zealous and very learned in the divine Scriptures, and very skilled in secular letters, a philosopher, astronomer, calculator, and distinguished poet, not ignorant of the Greek language, excellent in talent, not elaborate in eloquence, yet sweet and well composed. He wrote many volumes, in which he proves the keenness of his intellect. When he was seven years old, he was given by the care of his relatives to be educated by Abbot Benedict, and then by Ceolfrid of the said monastery of Wearmouth; and from that time he spent the whole course of his life in residence in the same monastery, devoted all his effort to meditating on the Scriptures, and, amid the observance of regular discipline and the daily care of singing in church, always found it sweet either to learn, or to teach, or to write. In the nineteenth year of his age he received the diaconate, and in the thirtieth the rank of priesthood, both through the ministry of Bishop John, at the command of Abbot Ceolfrid. From the time he received the priesthood until the end of his life he composed the following little works:

On Genesis as far as Isaac, one book.

On Exodus, one book.

On Numbers, one book.

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On Leviticus: book(s). On Deuteronomy: book(s). On the tabernacle and its vessels: three books. On the beginning of Kings: three books. On thirty questions on Kings: one book. On the building of the temple: two books. To his most beloved brother Nothelm. On Joshua: one book. The vessel of election exhorts us. On Judges: one book. On Chronicles: two books. On the Proverbs of Solomon: four books. “Parabolae” in Greek; in Latin [unclear]. On Ecclesiastes: one book. On the Song of Songs: six books. Being about to write, with your grace assisting. On Ezra and Nehemiah: three books. An eminent interpreter of sacred [Scripture]. On Tobit: one book. The book of our holy father To[bit?]. On Isaiah the prophet: two books. On Jeremiah: two books. On Ezekiel: one book. On Daniel: one book. On the twelve minor prophets: twelve books. On the Gospel of Mark: four books. An exposition of the Gospel according to [Mark]. On the Gospel of Luke: six books. The blessed evangelist Luke. Homilies on the Gospels: two books. The beginning of our redemption. On Paul’s Epistles: thirteen books. On the Catholic Epistles: seven books. James [unclear] said concerning this [unclear]. On the Acts of the Apostles: two books. But the Acts of the Apostles [unclear]. On the Apocalypse: three books. The Apocalypse of Saint John [unclear]. Another smaller volume: two books. On the nature of things and the reckoning of times. Scintillations from the sayings of the fathers: one book. The Lord says in the Gospel of Matthew. The Deeds of the English: five books. Britain, an island of the ocean. Flowers of blessed Gregory on the Song: two books. In the exposition of the Songs. Deeds of various saints: one book. On the passion of Saint Felix: one book. Life of Saint Albert, bishop: two books. A chronicle of his own monastery: two books. A martyrology: two books. Hymns in various verse: one book. First God [made] the globe of heaven. Epigrams in heroic meter: one book. On the holy places: one book. Readings on the Old Testament: one book. Readings on the New Testament: three books. Distinctions on Jeremiah: one book. Distinctions on Job: one book. On Christ and the Church: two books. On the song of Habakkuk: one book. On the metrical art: one book. On figures: one book. On orthography: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. Who [unclear] knowledge of the metrical art. It is sometimes customary in writing. He published many other works besides, which have not come to our knowledge by reading. His little works, even while he was still living and always writing new ones, were of such authority:

so that by ordinance of the prelates of England they were read publicly in the churches. And since, in the attribution of the homilies, according to custom they wrote the name of the author as the venerable priest Bede, being unable to proclaim him otherwise while he was alive, the title once assigned at the beginning has prevailed down to the present day, so that he is called Bede the Venerable rather than Saint Bede. For while he was living it was not permitted to name him otherwise, even if he was holy. There are those who invent other reasons for this title “venerable”: some from the inscription of the epitaph, others imagining that Bede was blind. But they are wrong, for Bede was not blind, nor do we know that such an epitaph was inscribed on his tomb. And indeed, were I not consulting brevity, I could very easily refute these ravings.

He died under the emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 732, in the fifteenth indiction, in the seventy-second year of his age, on the day before the Kalends of June.

Gregory, the second pope, a Roman by birth, sat in the chair of Peter after the pontiff Constantine for sixteen years and nine months. He was certainly a learned and most holy man, who ordained Boniface, an English monk by nation, as bishop of Mainz. He wrote certain works full of learning, among which the following are reported:

To the Questions of Justinian, one book of responses. Against the emperor Leo, one book. To John, bishop of Constantinople, one book. Letters to various persons, one book.

He died under the emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 731, in the fourteenth indiction, on the third day before the Ides of February. Gregory III succeeded him.

Boniface, the first archbishop of Mainz, a Scot by nation, a monk of the order of Saint Benedict, when he was a boy of five years was offered by his parents to a monastery in England called Mischele; there, devoting himself to letters and morals, he became a learned and most holy man. After he had been ordained priest, from love of pilgrimage for Christ he came into Germany, and there, preaching the word of God, he was ordained bishop of Mainz by Pope Gregory [II?]; by his successor Gregory III he was raised to be archbishop and primate of Germany. Since he was a learned man, he taught the people committed to him not only by word but by writings. Of his works I have found only:

Letters to various persons, one book. The Life of Certain Saints, one book.

He died while preaching in Frisia, crowned with martyrdom, in the times of the emperor Pippin, in the year of the Lord 755, in the eighth indiction, in the thirty-sixth year of his episcopate, on the Nones of June. Blessed Lullus, whom he had ordained archbishop after himself, caused his body to be brought back to the monastery of Fulda, situated in Buchonia, and honorably buried.

Verus, bishop of Seville in the province of Baetica, where Isidore had once held the episcopate, was a man learned in the divine scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, sharp in intellect, brilliant in speech, distinguished no less by life than by learning. For the edification of the faithful, especially of the church of Orange in Gaul, he wrote:

The Life of Bishop Eutropius, famous for miracles and virtues, one book.

And certain other things. He is said to have flourished in the times of the emperor Pippin, in the year of the Lord 760.

Walafrid, abbot of Saint Gall, as is said, a German by nation, was a man devoted to the divine scriptures, most learned in all secular letters in his time, distinguished in talent and eloquence, strong in verse and prose, a monarch of regular discipline, father of many monks. For the edification of all the faithful he wrote with devotion:

The Life of Saint Gall in prose, one book. The same afterward in verse, one book. On the Divine Offices, one book. Several letters to various persons.

And he is said to have written some other things, which have not come into our hands. He flourished in the times of Augustus Tiberius, around the years of the Lord 700.

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Gregory, the third pope of that name, presided over the Roman and universal Church after Gregory II for eleven years: a pious, merciful, and most holy man, and very learned both in secular letters and in divine Scripture; distinguished for Greek and Latin eloquence. In a synod held at Rome he excommunicated the emperors Leo and Constantine, who despised the images of the saints, and deposed them from imperial rule. He also wrote, among other things, to the same emperors:

A Commonitorium, one book. To the Same, one book. Against the Same, one book. Letters to Various Persons, one book. And certain other works.

He died under the emperors Leo and Constantine, in the year of the Lord 742, in the tenth indiction, on the fourth day before the Kalends of December.

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John, monk and priest, surnamed Chrysoras, by nation a Damascene from Syria: a man learned in divine Scripture and in secular letters, and no less renowned for his life than for his knowledge. Stirred and provoked by the writings of Pope Gregory III, with which he attacked the error of Emperor Leo, he too wrote in Greek, among his own people:

Against Emperor Leo, two books, in the Greek language. And certain other works.

He flourished under Emperor Leo, in the year of the Lord 730.

Willibald, first bishop of Eichstätt, by nation a Scot, brother of Saint Walpurga, virgin and abbess of Heidenheim; a monk and disciple of Saint Boniface the martyr, of the Order of Saint Benedict; a learned and most holy man, renowned in talent and speech. At the request of Saint Lullus, archbishop of Mainz, he wrote for the edification of the faithful, in a sufficiently distinguished style:

Life of Saint Boniface, Bishop, one book. “Illustrious, therefore, and truly blessed...”

I do not know whether he published anything more.

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He flourished under Pippin, father of Charlemagne, in the year of the Lord 760.

Zacharias, pope, by nation a Greek, after Gregory III presided over the universal Church for ten years: a most learned man, who, because of his learning and holiness of life, is rightly judged worthy to be compared with the best pontiffs. He translated the four books of the dialogues of blessed Pope Gregory the Great from Latin into Greek, and enlightened many who were ignorant of the Latin language by the reading of them. He also wrote from his own talent, in the Latin language:

Letters to Various Persons, one book, very elegant and useful.

Among these there are extant several to Saint Boniface, archbishop of Mainz. He died under Pippin, two years before the martyrdom of the same Saint Boniface, in the year of the Lord 752, in the fifth indiction, on the Ides of March.

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Alcuin, or Albinus, monk and deacon, abbot of the monastery of Saint Martin of Tours, by nation an Englishman, formerly a hearer of Saint Bede the priest: a man most learned in divine Scripture, and in the knowledge and skill of secular letters second to none in his time; excelling in verse and prose. Summoned from Britain by the emperor Charlemagne, he was held in such familiarity by him that he was called the emperor’s beloved master; under his instruction the emperor himself took pains to be initiated in all the disciplines of the liberal arts. He wrote many excellent volumes, among which are listed:

On the Holy Trinity and Faith, three books. “To the glorious lord Emperor Charles...” On the Questions of Fredegisus, one book. “To the most desired son Fredegisus...” To Eulalia, on the Nature of the Soul, one book. “Dearest in the love of Christ...” Sentences, one book. “To the most beloved son Guido...” On Genesis, one book. On the Song of Songs, one book. On Ecclesiastes, one book. On the Gospel of John, seven books.

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On the Epistles of Paul: thirteen books. On the Apocalypse of John: one book. On the adoption of the sons of God: one book. On ecclesiastical dogmas: one book. A Mirror for Little Children: one book. On the propriety of the names of God: one book. A dialogue addressed to his disciples: one book. The Life of Saint Vedast, bishop: one book. A handbook on certain psalms: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. On the liberal arts: one book. He is also said to have written many other works, which nevertheless have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under the rule of Charlemagne, in the year of the Lord 770.

Usuard, a monk of the order of Saint Benedict, a Gaul by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, ready in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, by order of the emperor Charlemagne after Eusebius, Jerome, and Bede gathered from the writings of the ancients the deeds and passions of the holy martyrs, confessors, and virgins into a single volume of no small size, which we call: A Martyrology: one book. And certain other works. He flourished under the same emperor Charles, in the year of the Lord 770.

Paul, a monk of the monastery of Cassino, of the order of Saint Benedict, an Italian by nation, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly taught in secular letters, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, was held in great esteem by the emperor Charles on account of his knowledge of letters. Formerly, before his conversion, he was a deacon of the church of Aquileia and the chancellor of Desiderius, the last king of the Lombards; and, captured with him by Charles, he was led into Gaul and at length became a monk. He wrote not a few volumes, both in verse and in prose; of these I have found only the following. At the request of [Adelperga?], daughter of King Desiderius, he added: To the chronicle of Eutropius: two books. The deeds of the bishops of Metz: one book. The Life of Pope Gregory the First: one book. The Life of Saint Arnulf, bishop: one book. The Life of Saint Benedict, in verse: one book. The deeds of the Lombards: six books. Many hymns in various metres: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. By order of Charles he arranged histories and readings for the whole year, suitable to the several feasts of the saints. And he digested and wrote many other works. He flourished in the times of the same Charlemagne, in the year of the Lord 780.

Hadrian, pope, the first of that name, a Roman by nation, sat in the pontificate after Stephen III for twenty-three years; a learned and most holy man, held in the highest honor by the emperor Charles. He established many things for the benefit of the Church, and at the command of the emperor Charles condemned the Felician heresy in a synod of 350 bishops at Frankfurt. Since he was studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, he abridged thirteen books of letters of Saint Gregory the pope into two, selecting the more useful portions. He also wrote from his own vein to Leo the Younger and Constantine his son, emperors: On the veneration of images: one book. To the emperor Charles: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. He died while Charlemagne was emperor, in the year of the Lord 795, in the fourth indiction.

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On the day of the Nativity of the Lord, the eighth day before the Kalends of January.

Chrodegangus, bishop of Metz, nephew of King Pippin through his sister, ennobling the nobility of his birth by holy conduct and zeal for the Scriptures, an outstanding venerator of the bodies of the holy martyrs, wishing to instruct the clergy and people committed to him in justice by word and example, wrote for the clergy of the church of Metz a sufficiently instructive and useful Rule of Canons, 1 book, and certain other things.

He transferred the bodies of the holy martyrs Gorgonius, Nabor, and Nazarius from Rome into Francia; and the body of Saint Nazarius was laid up in the monastery of Lorsch, then of the order of Saint Benedict, in the diocese of Worms.

He flourished under King Pippin, father of the emperor Charles, in the year of the Lord 760.

Leo III, Roman by nation, sat as pope after the pontiff Adrian for twenty years: a man very learned in both divine and secular writings, and also most renowned for the holiness of his character and life. He anointed Charles, great in name and in deed, to the empire of the Romans, and transferred this dignity from the Greeks to the Franks. Among other things he wrote letters to various persons, 1 book.

He died under Charles on the Ides of June, in the year of the Lord 816, indiction 9.

Aimo, the third bishop of the church of Halberstadt in Saxony, formerly abbot of the monastery of Hersfeld, of the order of Saint Benedict, German by nation, once a hearer of Alcuin the monk, for whom Rabanus, then abbot of Fulda, composed twenty-two books On the Universe, was certainly a very learned man from every point of view, a most acute interpreter of the divine Scriptures, and of excellent talent in delivering homilies to the people.

He was first a monk of the monastery of Fulda with Rabanus; afterward he was made the third abbot of Hersfeld; finally he was consecrated third bishop of Halberstadt. He governed the same church vigorously by word and example for thirteen years. He wrote almost countless little works; of these, the following which we have placed below are reported:

On the five books of Moses, 5 books.

On Joshua, 1 book.

On Judges, 1 book.

On Ruth, 1 book.

On Kings, 1 book.

On Chronicles, 1 book.

On Tobit, 1 book.

On Ezra and Nehemiah, 1 book.

On Judith, 1 book.

On Esther, 1 book.

On Job, 1 book.

On the Song of Songs, 1 book.

On Isaiah the prophet, 4 books. Incipit: “The prophet Isaiah, of noble [unclear].”

On Jeremiah, 1 book.

On Ezekiel, 1 book. Incipit: “And it happened,” etc., says blessed Jerome.

On Daniel, 1 book.

On the twelve minor prophets, 14 books. Incipit: “The word which was made unto.”

Also on the Psalms, 1 book.

On the Gospels, homilies, 2 books. Incipit: “The Lord, consulting human [unclear].”

On all the epistles of Paul, 14 books. Incipit: “From Corinth, the metropolis.”

On the canonical epistles, 8 books.

On the Acts of the Apostles, 5 books.

On the Apocalypse, 1 book. Incipit: “We read in the ecclesiastical [history?].”

On the variety of books, 4 books. Incipit: “Since there is one and most holy [unclear].”

On the Holy Trinity, 1 book.

Book I, On the memory of Christian affairs

He is said also to have written many other things: letters, various sermons, treatises, which have not come to my knowledge. He died under the emperor Louis, son of Charlemagne, in the year of the Lord 824, in the twelfth indiction. He was buried in the church of Saint Stephen at Halberstadt.

Claudius, a monk of the order of Saint Benedict, formerly, as they report, Bede’s disciple in England, colleague of Albinus the Levite and abbot, a Scot by nation, a man very zealous and learned in the divine scriptures, not ignorant of secular learning, practiced in verse and prose, composed many small works on the sacred volumes:

On the five books of Moses: five books, of which they report [unclear]. Also on Judges: one book. On the book of Ruth: one book. On the Gospel of Matthew: one book. And many other things.

He flourished in Gaul under Charlemagne, in the year of the Lord 800.

Freculphus, bishop of Lisieux in the province of Rouen, a monk of the order of Saint Benedict, to whom Rabanus, while still an abbot, devoted his talent in many volumes, a man most zealous and very skilled in the divine scriptures, and quite fit for teaching the people, no less distinguished in manner of life than in knowledge, is reported to have written certain excellent small works. Of these I have read only a large and distinguished volume, containing from the beginning of the world down to the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ:

A history of deeds accomplished: seven books, through a certain sequence of time.

Of the others he has as yet seen nothing.

He wrote the aforesaid work to Helisachar, in which he also unraveled the more difficult questions of the scriptures; he set forth in a lucid style the deeds of both the Jews and also the gentiles from the beginning of the world down to the Virgin’s giving birth.

He flourished under Louis, in the year of the Lord 840.

Theodulfus, bishop of Orléans, formerly abbot of the monastery of Fleury of the order of Saint Benedict, a man learned in the divine scriptures, instructed from youth in secular letters, excellent in verse and prose, is reported to have composed some small works in both styles, but they have not yet come into our hands. When this man was innocently sent to prison by the emperor Louis, I do not know on what suspicion, he composed the hymn “Gloria laus”; and when on Palm Sunday, as the emperor was passing by the prison, he sang it in a loud voice, it so pleased the emperor that he immediately allowed him to go free. Among other things he wrote, in various meters:

Hymns: one book. Letters: one book.

He flourished under the empire of Louis, in the year of the Lord 840.

Einhard, chancellor of the emperor Charlemagne, a German by nation, afterwards a monk of the order of the holy father Benedict, a man most learned in secular letters and not ignorant of the divine scriptures, wrote small works of reading not to be despised. Of these they report the following. Imitating Bede, who abbreviated the Hebrew psalter by extracting from it all the verses having the words of a prayer, he himself abbreviated the Gallican psalter, extracting from it all the verses having the words of a prayer. He also wrote, both in his own person and in that of the emperor:

Letters to various persons: one book. The Life of the emperor Charles: one book. A history of the times: one book. And certain other things.

He flourished under Charles and under Louis his son, in the year of the Lord 820.

John the Scot, a monk of the order of Saint Benedict, formerly hearer and disciple of Bede the monk, that most renowned doctor, colleague of Albinus, coming with him from

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from Britain into Gaul: with Charles the Great, the emperor, he was held in high esteem. Since he was a man most learned in all the Scriptures, he published, in a clear style, very distinguished little works. Among them the following are reported:

On the Gospel of Matthew, 2 books. On human duties, 1 book. On the division of nature, 1 book. He also composed many other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

He flourished in the times of the emperor Charlemagne, in the year of the Lord 800.

Hilduin, abbot of the monastery of Saint Denis at Paris, of the order of the divine father Benedict, archchaplain of the Sacred Palace, to whom Rabanus, abbot of Fulda, dedicated commentaries on the four books of Kings, was a man very learned in the divine Scriptures and very skilled in secular letters, excellent both in verse and in prose. He wrote to the emperor Louis, in both styles:

The Life of Saint Denis, 2 books. And certain other works.

He flourished under the emperor Louis, son of Charles, in the year of the Lord 840.

Hincmar, archbishop of Rheims, formerly a monk of Saint Denis at Paris, was a man exceptionally learned in the divine Scriptures, second to none in his time in secular letters, distinguished for wisdom and honorable conduct, and most eloquent. He wrote several little works of considerable authority, of which I have found only the following. In the person of the emperor Charlemagne he wrote, with great learning:

To the Church of Ravenna, 1 book. The Life of Saint Remigius, bishop, 2 books. To Walo, bishop of Metz, 1 book. Of many letters, 1 book. Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished under the emperors Charlemagne and Louis his son, in the year of the Lord’s nativity 800. And he wrote many doctrinal works.

Amalarius Fortunatus, archbishop of Trier, a German by nation, a monk of Luxeuil, and cardinal of the Roman Church, was a learned and most eloquent man, distinguished in Greek and Latin eloquence. Sent by the emperor Charlemagne to Constantinople to the emperor, he confirmed peace and friendship between them by his remarkable industry and eloquence, as is contained in the deeds of the Treveri. He wrote, among other things:

On Ecclesiastical Offices, 1 book. Enough, and indeed more than enough. To Louis on the same subject, 4 books. On the Mysteries of the Mass, 1 book. Letters to various persons, 1 book.

He died under the emperor Louis, in the year of the Lord 813, in the sixth indiction, around the sixteenth year of his episcopate.

Angelomus, monk of Luxeuil, of the order of Saint Benedict, was a man endowed with a noble talent for expounding the divine writings, so that the ancients, in comparison with him, seem not to have expounded what he expounded. He was also not ignorant of secular writings. At the command of Drogo, bishop of Metz, who was the son of Charlemagne and brother of the emperor Louis, he wrote a most excellent work, and one of such a kind that I do not remember having read its like elsewhere in the holy Scriptures:

On the Books of Kings, 4 books. Incipit: “Therefore, since by very many brothers.” To Lothar, on the Song of Songs, 1 book. Incipit: “Before the imperial glory.” On Divine Offices, 1 book. And certain other works.

He flourished under Louis and Lothar his son, in the year of the Lord 830.

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Rabanus Maurus, sixth archbishop of Mainz, formerly abbot of the monastery of Fulda of the Order of Saint Benedict, German by nation, from the city of Fulda in Buchonia, once a pupil of Albinus the Englishman, was a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular letters, a philosopher, rhetorician, astronomer, and most subtle poet; to whom, to speak without envy, neither Italy bore a like man nor Germany an equal. In the monastery of Fulda, while still a young man, he put on the monastic habit, and advanced wonderfully both in morals and in knowledge; whence also, consecrated fourth abbot of the same community, he presided for twenty-four years over the sheep entrusted to him, by word and example, and composed almost innumerable little works on the Scriptures. At length, offended by the wickedness of his monks, who said that, being too intent on the Scriptures, he neglected temporal affairs, the devil bringing this about in them, they conceived displeasure against him and were scandalized in him by that by which they ought most of all to have been edified. Therefore, giving place to anger, and not consenting to remain any longer with ungrateful sheep, he left the monastery and its inhabitants, and went over to Emperor Louis, son of Charles, with whom he remained for many days. But the monks, led by repentance, sent an embassy to him and asked that he return to the monastery; but they did not obtain it. He therefore remained with the emperor until the death of Otgarius, archbishop of Mainz; having been appointed in his place, he presided over the aforesaid church of Mainz for nine years. Having also held a synod, he established many things for the benefit of the faithful. While still settled in the monastery of Fulda, he wrote many volumes, both in verse and in prose, chiefly on the holy Scriptures, all of which he explained from beginning to end. Concerning his writings the following are reported. To Freculphus, bishop of Lisieux, of whom we made mention above, he wrote a distinguished work:

On Genesis, three books: “In the beginning,” etc.; many things on [unclear]. On Exodus, three books: “Exodus can be called a going out.” On Numbers, three books: “The book of Numbers [is] manifold.” On Leviticus, three books: “Of the following book, that is, Leviticus.” On Deuteronomy, three books: “The children of Israel moved camp.” On Joshua, two books: “To the most blessed lord and truly [unclear].” On Judges, one book: “After the death of Joshua.” On the book of Ruth, three books: “Therefore to those examining the history.” On Kings, to Hilduin, three books: “There was a man,” etc.; “Let us first say.” On Chronicles, three books: “Adam,” etc.; “the tenth from Adam.” On Ezra and Nehemiah, [three?] books: “Chosen lord and deservedly.” On Tobit, one book: “The book of Esther, which the Hebrews.” On

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On the Gospel of John: one book, “Among all the things of divine history …”

On all the epistles of Paul: twenty-four books, “To the venerable brother Lupus …”

On the canonical epistles: seven books.

On the Acts of the Apostles: one book.

On the Apocalypse of John: one book.

On the praise of the holy cross: one book, “The King of kings, the Lord … the world …”

To Bishop Haymo, On the Universe: twenty-two books, “First among the Hebrews of God …”

On universal nature: one book, “The discussion of the universe …”

On the instruction of clerics: three books, “To the lord, most reverend and religious Haistulf … Because you, venerable …”

On the divine offices: one book.

On computus, a dialogue: one book.

To King Louis: one book.

On questions of the canons: one book.

To Bishop Reginald: one book.

On the blessings of the patriarchs: one book.

Letters to various persons: one book.

Of almost innumerable sermons: one book. He also published many other works, which have not come to my knowledge. He died under the princes Louis and Lothar, in the year of the Lord 855, in the third indiction, in the ninth year of his episcopate. He was buried in the monastery of Saint Alban near Mainz, not without a reputation for sanctity; I have read his epitaph in nearly twenty verses.

Bellator, a priest of a certain church, zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, rich in the reading of the ancients, distinguished in talent and eloquence, and sufficiently instructed in secular letters, is said to have expounded many volumes on the holy Scriptures, in which he magnificently exercised his talent. There survives, among the rest, his notable volume, which he published at the request of friends:

On the Book of Wisdom: seven books.

I have found nothing about the others. He says that he flourished in the times of Emperor Louis, in the year of the Lord 841.

Strabus, a monk of Fulda, German by nation, formerly a hearer and scribe of Abbot Rabanus, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly taught in the studies of secular letters, subtle in talent and distinguished in eloquence, wrote no few small works in exposition of the sacred volumes; in these, showing himself a learned man, he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. Therefore, imitating his teacher Abbot Rabanus, he wrote:

On Genesis: one book.

On Exodus: one book.

A very brief treatment of the Book of Leviticus.

On Leviticus: one book.

And many other works. This Strabus, indeed, is remembered as the first to have brought together, from the sayings of the holy fathers, the gloss which is now called ordinary, on the whole Bible; others afterwards enlarged it with many added judgments of the fathers. He flourished under Emperor Louis, in the year of the Lord 840.

Lupus Servatus, priest, to whom Rabanus, abbot of Fulda, is read to have written eight books on the epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Romans, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures and, according to the age of his time, abundantly skilled in secular letters, wrote some small works of his talent, of which very few have been able to come to my knowledge. There survives his volume:

On Three Questions: one book.

And certain letters, as well as other works. He flourished under Lothar, son of Louis, in the year of the Lord 850.

John, called Erigena, a monk learned in the divine Scriptures, most learned in the discipline of secular letters, fully instructed in Greek and Latin eloquence, subtle in talent, composed in speech, at the command of Charles, son of Louis …

of Louis, brother of Emperor Lothar, translated into Latin: The Hierarchy of Dionysius, four books. He wrote on the same, four books. And certain other things. He flourished under Emperor Lothar, in the year of the Lord 850.

Ansegisus, abbot of the monastery of Lobbes, of the order of Saint Benedict, afterward archbishop of Sens, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular letters, distinguished in speech and talent, arranged and brought together for the use of the catholic Church the laws of Emperor Charles the Great and of Louis, which I have seen, as follows, namely: The ecclesiastical statutes of Charles, two books: “While our Lord Jesus reigns.” The secular laws of the same, two books: “Concerning peace we admonish that.” The ecclesiastical statutes of Louis, two books: “To all of you either by sight.” The secular laws of the same, two books: “If slaves through contumacy.” He also published some other things besides, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under Emperor Lothar, son of Louis, in the year of the Lord 840.

Amulus, bishop of Lyons in Gaul, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures, learned by reading the ancients, and not moderately instructed in secular letters; distinguished in both the Hebrew and the Latin language, keen and forceful in talent, scholastic and composed in eloquence, wrote little works of reading not to be despised. Of these I have read only the distinguished work addressed to Charles: Against the Jews, one book: “The detestable perfidy of the Jews.” Of the rest I have as yet seen none. He flourished under Louis, son of Charles the Great, in the year of the Lord 830.

Bertramus, priest and monk, very skilled in the divine Scriptures, excellently instructed in the letters of secular disciplines, subtle in talent, distinguished in eloquence, and no less notable in life than in learning, wrote many excellent little works, of which few have come to my knowledge. To King Charles, brother of Emperor Lothar, he wrote a commendable work: On Predestination, one book. On the Body and Blood of the Lord, one book. He flourished in the times of Emperor Lothar, in the year of the Lord 840.

Turpinus, archbishop of Reims, friend and secretary of Emperor Charles the Great, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular letters, having a talent exercised in verse and prose, advocate of the poor, beloved by God in life and conduct, who declares that he, together with Charles, often fought the Saracens with their own hands and weapons, wrote elegantly: The Deeds of Charles the Great, two books. Letters to various persons, one book. He flourished under the same Charles and Louis his son, in the year of the Lord 830.

Anastasius, keeper of the apostolic library, a most sagacious restorer, learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular letters, very skilled in Greek and Latin expression, is said to have composed some little works; but none of them has come into our hands. He translated many volumes of the Greeks into Latin. For, at the command of Pope Nicholas I, he translated: The Life of John the Almsgiver, one book. One Hierarchy of Dionysius, one book. The seventh universal synod, one book. The Lives of many fathers, one book. And many other things. He flourished under Louis, the second emperor, in the year of the Lord 860.

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Nicholas, pope, the first, a Roman by country, sat in the pontificate after Benedict III for eight years, a man magnificently learned in the holy Scriptures, most holy in life and conversation, who established many things for the usefulness of the Catholic Church; by whose permission and authority the use of Sequences in the Gallican churches first began, Notker, abbot of Saint Gall, procuring [it]. He wrote, among other things, in the person of his pontificate: Of letters, to various [persons]: book. He dies under Lothair, or Louis II, emperor, in the year of the Lord 869, in the second indiction, the 8th [day before] the Ides of December.

John, deacon of the Roman church, a man erudite in the holy Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular letters, venerable in life and conversation no less than in learning. He wrote, for the edification of many, [addressed] to Pope John VII, in a quite illustrious style, a great volume which contains: The Life of Saint Gregory, pope, the first: 3 books. And certain others. He flourished under Charles the Bald, emperor, in the year of the Lord 870.

Otgerus [Notker], bishop of Liège, from [being] abbot of the monastery of Saint Gall, of the order of the Divine father Benedict, a Teuton by nation, a man most erudite in the divine Scriptures, and, in the disciplines of secular letters, the most learned philosopher of all his time, a distinguished poet and musician, and venerable no less for sanctity than for knowledge. He wrote, both in meter and in prose, many little works, of which few have come into our hands. I have read only the volume which he entitled "Of Sequences," which he had written while still a monk in the monastery of Saint Gall, [addressed] to Liutward, bishop of Vercelli and archchaplain of Charles the Great, emperor. This work begins thus: The Prologue or preface: a letter. ["By the merit of [his] supreme sanctity."] The Sequence-book, thus: book. ["Let all now render thanks."] On music and symphony: 1 book. ["When the prudent [son] and of the prudent."] On the expositors of sacred Scripture: 1 book. Of letters, to various [persons]: 1 book. Of the rest which he composed, nothing has come to the notice of our reading. Of this most learned man's Sequences, Pope Nicholas I approved [them] and commanded [them] to be sung at the masses. He, on account of the renown of [his] knowledge and life, [was] first abbot, then in his old age consecrated bishop, [and] presided, tenth in order, over the governance of the church of Liège, under Lothair the emperor, son of Louis, in the year of the Lord 850; under whom also he dies, not without an opinion of sanctity.

Christian, who [is] also [called] Druthmar, monk and priest of Corbie, of the order of holy memory Benedict of Cassino, an Aquitanian by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, imbued with the Greek and Latin tongue, who, coming from Aquitaine into Gaul, made his name known by writing. Of his little works I have hitherto deserved to see only a great and illustrious work, [addressed] to the monks of the monasteries of Stavelot and Malmedy—existing under one abbot in the diocese of the church of Liège—written in open speech: On the Gospel of Matthew: 1 book. ["He did not make this title…"] Of others I have seen nothing. In the prologue of his exposition of the Gospel according to Matthew, he promised to write also on the other evangelists, which he is said also to have done, but [it is] unknown to us.

Wandelbert, deacon and monk of the monastery of Prüm, of the order of Saint Benedict, of the diocese of Trier, a Teuton by nation, a man erudite in the divine Scriptures and magnificently learned in secular letters, prompt in talent and renowned in eloquence, wrote, both in meter and in prose, not a few volumes, of which I have seen only [those addressed] to a certain abbot Marward: The Life of Saint Goar the priest: 1 book. The Miracles of the same: 1 book. A Martyrology, in meter: 1 book. He flourished under Lothair the emperor, in the year of the Lord 850.

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[H]lmannus, a monk of the monastery of Altuvillare, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and excellently instructed in secular letters, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, wrote various small works both in verse and in prose, by which he made his name known also to posterity. And because in his time Francia was being laid waste by the Northmen, after the example of the prophet Jeremiah he lamented the desolation of that land and of his monastery in a fourfold alphabet, composing:

On the lamentation: one book. The Life of Bishop Vinardus: one book. The Life of Saint Syndulphus: one book. The Life of Saint Helena Augusta: one book. The Translation of the same: one book.

He is said also to have written some other works, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under the emperor Charles III, in the year of the Lord 890.

Milo, a monk of the monastery of Saint Amand, of the Order of divine Benedict, a Gaul by nation, a man most learned in every respect, a distinguished orator, poet, and musician, and no less venerable for uprightness of morals than for knowledge of the Scriptures. He wrote not a few volumes both in verse and in prose. Of these the following especially are reported:

To Charles the Bald, On Sobriety, in verse: one book. The Life of Saint Amand, in verse: one book. Letters to various persons: one book.

He flourished in the times of the second emperor Charles, surnamed the Bald, in the year of the Lord 870, and composed many excellent works.

Hucbaldus, a monk of the monastery of Elnone, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a Gaul by nation, a man most highly learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters; in music, poetry, philosophy, and the other liberal arts second to none in his time, as the many small works written by him in both styles attest. Of these I have so far found only the following: to the emperor Charles the Bald, a remarkable work of 136 verses, in which all the words begin with one letter, c, as: “Carmina clarisonae calvis cantate Camenae”; it is entitled:

On the Praise of Bald Men: one book. On the Art of Music: one book. The Deeds of Saint Lebuinus: one book. Letters to various persons: one book.

He also described the lives of many saints in adorned eloquence, and composed chants in their honor with sweet and regular melody. He flourished in the times of the emperor Charles the Bald, in the year of the Lord 880.

Remigius, a monk of Auxerre, of the Order of Saint Benedict, and afterwards, as they report, bishop of that same city, a man most highly learned in divine and human writings, a distinguished writer in verse and prose, teacher of Saint Odo, the first abbot of Cluny, renowned in life and doctrine. He published many volumes in both styles, of which the following are reported:

On the Song of Songs: one book. On the whole Psalter: one book. On the Gospel of Matthew: one book. On the Canon of the Mass: one book. On the Divine Offices: one book. To the bishop of the Edui: one book. Also several sermons: one book.

In addition he composed many other works both in sacred letters and also in secular writings, expounding Donatus and the ancient authors, which are possessed by many. He flourished under the emperor Charles the Bald, in the year of the Lord 880.

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Constantinus, a monk of the monastery of Cassino, of the order of Saint Benedict, African by nation, a man very devoted to the divine Scriptures and, in secular letters, especially in philosophy and medicine, most learned, fully furnished with Greek, Latin, and Arabic eloquence, wrote many little works on medical matters, which are held in esteem among physicians. He also translated many volumes of the ancient physicians from Greek and Arabic into Latin, which he prefaced with his own prefaces and letters. Of his little works:

Universal Diets, five books: “What first compelled ...” Particular Diets, three books: “We have completed in the first book ...” On Medicinal Weights, one book: “Medicinal weights ...” On Urines also, one book: “I have seen that [unclear] ...”

As for the rest of his volumes, which he wrote and translated in great number, I do not recall that any have come into our hands. They are better known to physicians.

Ambrosius Ansbertus, monk and priest of the order of Saint Benedict, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, gentle in talent and sweet in speech, produced many commentaries on the sacred books, by which he transmitted the fame of his name to posterity. Yet few have come to my knowledge. For I have found only the following:

On the Song of Songs, one book: “The gift of wisdom with Solomon ...” On the Psalter also, one book. On the Apocalypse of John, ten books. On Cupidity, one book. Letters to various persons, one book.

He flourished under Emperor Arnulf, in the year of the Lord 890.

Paschasius Ratbertus, abbot of Corbie, of the order of Saint Benedict, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, nobly furnished with Greek and Latin eloquence, sharp in intellect and orderly in speech, wrote not a few little works in verse and prose. Of these I have found only the following: to Placidus, abbot of our order, a distinguished work:

On the Sacrament of the Altar, one book: “Whoever among Catholics rightly ...” Life of Saint Adalhard, bishop, one book. On the Lamentations of Jeremiah the prophet, one book.

He also translated some things from Greek into Latin and composed many others. He flourished in the times of Emperor Charles the Fat, in the year of the Lord 880.

Ericus, monk of the order of Saint Benedict, of the monastery of the city of Auxerre, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and very learned in the disciplines of secular letters, excellent in verse and prose, was an outstanding teacher in homilies delivered to the people. He wrote lucidly in meter:

Life of Germanus of Auxerre, six books. Homilies to the people, one book.

Several sermons and letters. He also composed many other things in both styles, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished around the times of Emperor Charles the Fat, in the year 880.

Otfridus, monk of the monastery of Weissenburg, of the order of the divine father Benedict, German by nation, formerly a hearer and disciple of Rabanus Maurus, abbot of Fulda, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and exceptionally learned in secular letters, a philosopher, rhetorician, and distinguished poet, excellent in talent and eloquent, transmitted [unclear]. Following the example of the emperor Charlemagne, he also endeavored to reduce the barbarism of the German language to grammatical rules, which he accomplished in part. Hence those things which he wrote in his native speech cannot easily in our age be read and understood, even by a man however skilled in the German language. Of his little works the following are extant. To Luitbert, the eighth archbishop of the church of Mainz, on the Gospel, a great and distinguished work, which he entitled:

The Grace of Theotista, five books: “The summit of dignity ...”

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To King Louis, one book. To Bishop Salomon, one book. To the monks of Saint Gall, one book. On the Psalter, four volumes, books. On the Last Judgment, one book. On the joys of the heavenly kingdom, one book. Poems of various kinds, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. He also composed many other things besides, which, lost through the negligence of earlier men and erased and torn through the ignorance of monks, have not come down to me. He flourished under the emperors Louis, Lothar, and Charles, succeeding one another in turn, in the year of the Lord 870.

Drevaldus, also called Albertus, a monk of the monastery of Fleury, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man distinguished on every side and very learned, made his name known by writing, since for the edification of simple brothers he composed many volumes on the Holy Scriptures in alternating style. Among the other little works of his talent, he wrote, in lucid speech, a history from the time of the translation of the body of Saint Benedict from the monastery of Monte Cassino to the monastery of Fleury down to the time of Odo, king of the Franks:

The Miracles of Saint Benedict, one book. And many other things which I have not seen. He flourished in the times of Emperor Arnold, in the year 990.

Odo, first abbot of Cluny, of the Order of Saint Benedict, formerly a hearer of Remigius, the monk of Auxerre, a man zealous and learned in the Holy Scriptures, an outstanding restorer of the fallen order of the divine father Benedict, shone forth clearly no less by holiness than by noble learning. He was an excellent musician, arch-chanter of the church of Tours, who, when he had heard the fame of Berno of Gigny, a most holy abbot, entered the order under him; later appointed abbot of Cluny, he adorned the order with great holiness. Since he was an outstanding declaimer of homilies, he composed many discourses to the brothers. Among the other works of his talent he also wrote:

The Life of Saint Gerard, one book. Praises of Saint Martin, one book. A Concise Chronicle, one book. He also composed various hymns and chants in honor of the saints, in sweet and regular melody. At the brothers' request also, he abridged the books of blessed Pope Gregory on Job and brought them together into one volume. He flourished in the times of Emperor Arnold, in the year 920.

Ratbod, the fourteenth bishop of Utrecht, a German by nation, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, subtle in talent, distinguished in speech, most holy in life and conduct, shone with many miracles while living and after death. Nanno, a most learned philosopher, had instructed him in all humane letters; he was an advocate in the palace of King Charles the Fat; afterwards he entered a monastery; finally, as we have said, consecrated bishop, he vigorously governed the church of Utrecht for seventeen years in the severe persecution of the Danes. He wrote some excellent little works:

Of which these are reported: Praises of Saint Martin, one book. Praises of Saint Boniface, bishop, one book. On Saint Amalberga, one book. Of homilies and sermons, one book. Flowers on Saint Willibrord, one book. He also composed a complete work on the translation of Saint Martin, and various chants in honor of the saints. He died under Louis, son of Emperor Arnold, in the year of the Lord 917, in the fifth indiction, on the third day before the Kalends of December, in the eighteenth year of his episcopate. He was buried at Deventer, where he had previously been accustomed to reside in his episcopate.

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[Aurelianus?], cleric of the church of [Réôme?]: very zealous in Holy Scripture, and nobly learned in secular letters; in his time an excellent and distinguished musician. He wrote to Bernard the archchanter, afterwards bishop, on the rules of modulations, which they call tones or tenors, and on the matter itself and its terms, a notable volume: A Regular Tonary, one book. Its title is: [unclear]. He also wrote certain other things. He flourished about the times of the emperor Arnulf, in the year of the Lord 900.

Egino, abbot of the monastery of Prüm in the diocese of Trier, of the Order of Saint Benedict, German by nation, a man most learned in divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular letters, easily held the first place among the doctors of Germany and Gaul in his time. He wrote works of great authority, of which I have found the following. To Albero, first bishop of Metz, from the birth of Christ down to the nine hundred and eighth year of the same, chiefly containing the deeds of the Franks and Germans: A History or Chronicle, ten books. He wrote: On Ecclesiastical Discipline, two books, beginning, “In the first place one must inquire.” Of the rest I have not yet seen anything. He wrote the aforesaid work, as noted above, on ecclesiastical discipline and the Christian religion, at the command of Ratbod, archbishop of Trier; he compiled it from the decrees of the holier fathers and of general councils in two books, and lucidly divided it, in the customary manner, by rubrics into nearly nine hundred chapters. He flourished under the emperor Arnulf, in the year of the Lord 910.

Hildouin, from being abbot of the monastery of Lobbes, of the Order of Saint Benedict, first bishop of Liège, then, driven out, came to Hugh, king of Italy, to whom he was joined by a line of kinship; by him he was appointed bishop of Verona, and at last, after Lampert, was made archbishop of Milan. He ordained Ratherius, a monk, as bishop of the church of Verona; a man sufficiently learned in divine Scriptures. At the request of the brothers, while he was still abbot, he wrote: The Deeds of the Abbots of Lobbes, one book; Sermons to the Brothers, one book; and certain other things. He flourished under Hugh, king of Italy, in the times of Conrad, emperor of the Romans and Germans, in the year of the Lord 920.

Ratherius, from being a monk of the monastery of Lobbes, after Hildouin bishop of Verona; a man learned in divine Scriptures and very skilled in the arts of humanity, which they call liberal; simple in character, gentle in disposition, and scholastic in speech. He came to Hugh the king in Italy with Bishop Hildouin, and after Hildouin’s translation to the archiepiscopal see of the church of Milan, he was appointed bishop of the city of Verona. Not long afterwards, driven out from there by Hugh because he had admitted Arnulf, duke of Bavaria and Hugh’s enemy, into Verona, he was relegated to exile at Pavia. At length, returned to his church, and again, I do not know whether for the same reason, driven out, he composed various works in each place for his own consolation, which could no less please the understanding of readers than profit it. Of these they report the following: On His First Exile, one book; Higher Concerning the Second, with the prefixed [unclear], one book; another, which he calls Inefficax, one book; On the Body and Blood of the Lord, one book; Against the Anthropomorphites, one book; Agonisticon, That Is, Pre-speeches, six books; also Confessions, one book; Life of Saint Ursmar of Lobbes, one book. He says that he also wrote some other works, which have not come to my knowledge. And finally, as the monk Sigebert writes, after being made bishop of Liège, he was also driven out from there. He flourished in the times of Henry, first emperor of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 920.

Stephen, from being a cleric of the church of Metz, bishop of Liège after Franco; a man learned in divine Scriptures and greatly skilled in secular letters, and no less venerable for holiness than for knowledge. He wrote many works of no contemptible usefulness

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[He wrote] little works, by which his name became known to posterity: To Hermann, archbishop of Cologne, The Life of Saint Lambert, 1 book; To Rupert, bishop of Metz, 1 book; and certain other things. He also wrote a chant on the Holy Trinity from Alcuin, which we use in the octave of Pentecost; on the finding of Saint Stephen; and a nocturnal chant on Saint Lambert, bishop and martyr; all of which, together with certain others, he composed with authentic and sweet melody. He flourished in the times of Louis, son of the emperor Arnulf, in the year of the Lord 910.

Adulphus, a monk of Flavigny, of the order of Saint Benedict, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and in his own time most learned in all the studies of humane letters, subtle in intellect, profound in understanding, sweet in speech, ornate and eloquent, acute and very distinguished in expounding the sacred books. He wrote two great and splendid volumes: On Leviticus, 20 books; On the Epistles of Paul, 14 books; A History of the Franks, 1 book; also A Brief Chronicle, 1 book. Besides these he published many other works, which have not come to my knowledge. There are those who write that he was a monk of the monastery of Fulda in Germany.

Smaragdus, abbot of the monastery of Saint Michael, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures and practiced in constant study of them, a guide of regular discipline, by expounding the holy Scriptures made his name known far and wide and acquired a great reputation for his knowledge and way of life. For he wrote many excellent little works. Of these I have found only the following: On the Rule of Saint Benedict, 1 book; The Diadem of Monks, 1 book; On the Whole Psalter, 1 book; On the Epistles and Gospels for the Year, 1 book; also several Sermons, 1 book. But concerning his remaining little works I have been able to find nothing anywhere. They say, however, that he published many commentaries and treatises on the divine Scriptures. But he also expounded the major Donatus, and explained many authors of secular literature.

Indichinus, a monk of the monastery of Corvey in Saxony, of the order of Saint Benedict, a German by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular letters, prompt in intellect and clear in speech, excellent in verse and prose. He wrote in another style many very excellent little works. Of these I have so far found the following. From the beginning of the Saxons down to the death of Otto, the first emperor, he wrote to Mechtild, his daughter: A History of the Saxons, 3 books; The Deeds of Otto the First, 1 book; The Passion of Thecla the Virgin, in verse, 1 book; The Life of Paul the First Hermit, 1 book. He flourished under Otto the first emperor, in the year of the Lord 950.

Vtrandus, deacon of the church of Pavia, an Italian by nation, sprung from the city of Pavia, once scribe and secretary of Berengar, king of Italy, a man very learned in secular letters and not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, keen and forceful in intellect, skilled in Greek and Latin speech, and no less excellent in verse and prose. He is reported to have written certain excellent little works, by which he made his name known. Driven from Italy by King Berengar, he came into Germany and stayed at Frankfurt. He wrote a notable historical work containing the history of his time and the tyranny of that same Berengar; this, because of the series of injuries received from him, he entitled: Antapodosis, that is, Retribution, 7 books. [unclear]. I have seen nothing concerning the others.

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Moreover, he wrote the aforesaid volume to Regimund, bishop of the Eliberitan church of the Spains; in it he sometimes uses verse, sometimes Greek speech, inserting many things concerning the deeds of the Germans.

He flourished under Otto I, emperor, in the year of the Lord 950.

Abbo, abbot of the monastery of Fleury, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man exercised in the divine Scriptures by continual reading and study, and excellently learned in secular disciplines, notable also in life and conduct, and proved worthy even of the crown of martyrdom: while he was preaching the word of God in Gascony, he became a witness of the Christian faith by the shedding of his blood. He wrote:

On the calculation of Victorius, one book.

Additions to the same, one book.

And certain other things. He flourished in the times of Otto I, in the year of the Lord 970.

Robert, king of France, noble, brave, just, learned, and religious, deservedly receives a place among ecclesiastical writers, since he composed chants and responsories with sweet and regular melody for the honor of the catholic Church. He was most learned in humane letters, especially in music; and he was of such religion that he sang the canonical hours in church with the clerics, and outside, at home, read them with his own people. He was of such piety and compassion toward the poor that, sometimes stripping himself of his own garments, he covered their nakedness many times. A book never left his hands, so that, sitting on the tribunal, amid the noise of judgments and lawsuits, he had an open psalter in his lap. Hence he is also read to have shone with miracles after death.

His is that well-known sequence which is sung on the days of Pentecost:

On the Holy Spirit, namely, “Come, Holy Spirit, and send forth.”

A responsory on Saint Peter, namely, “Cornelius the centurion, a man,” one.

On the nativity of the Lord, namely, “Judea and Jerusalem, do not fear.”

And that Alleluia, namely, “Deliver me from my enemies.”

And many other things which I do not know.

The responsory “Cornelius the Centurion”: at Rome, while the supreme pontiff was celebrating Mass, he offered it with great devotion to Saint Peter at the altar at the time of the offertory. But the ministers of the altar, running up, thought that the wealthy king had offered gold of great weight; but, finding a written and noted sheet, they marveled, praising the talent and devotion of the prince. Hence the pope decreed, at the request of the clerics, in memory of the most holy king, that this responsory should thereafter be sung in honor of Saint Peter.

He flourished under Otto II, emperor, in the year of the Lord 980.

Aimoinus, monk of the monastery of Fleury, of the Order of Saint Benedict, French by nation, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and sufficiently instructed in the disciplines of secular letters, is reported to have composed some little works both in meter and in prose, but they have by no means come into our hands. After the monk Adrevald he wrote one volume:

On the miracles of Saint Benedict, one book.

He flourished under Otto III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 990.

Heriger, abbot of the monastery of Lobbes, of the Order of Saint Benedict, most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly learned in secular letters, excellent in verse and prose, whom Abbot Berno of Reichenau mentions in a certain book to Aribo, archbishop of Mainz, wrote a distinguished dialogue under the person of himself and of Adelbold, then a cleric and monk living at Rome, afterward bishop of Utrecht, concerning whom we must speak immediately, entitled:

On the discordance of the Church, one book.

The Life of Saint Ursmar in meter, one book.

To Hugh, On Questions, one book.

On the Divine Offices, one book.

Book

The Deeds of the Bishops of Lobbes: one book. On the Body and Blood of the Lord: one book. And many other works. He flourished under Otto III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 990.

[Flodoardus?], a monk of Reims, of the Order of Saint Benedict, learned in the divine Scriptures and excellently trained in secular letters, subtle in intellect and eloquent in speech, wrote little works of reading not to be despised; by his study of these he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. Among them there is said to be an outstanding work from the founding of the city of Reims, which, he records, soldiers of Remus, killed by his brother Romulus, built after they had been put to flight, in memory of their lord, and so named it, down to his own times; in it he intersperses many things about the holy martyrs and other matters and deeds. He wished to give this volume the title: The Deeds of the Bishops of Reims: three books. Also Lives of Many Saints: one book. He is said besides to have written many other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

Libertus, a monk of Lobbes and afterwards abbot of the monastery of Gembloux, teacher of Burchard, bishop of Worms, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and very well trained in secular letters, while he was still a monk held the public school of the monks at Lobbes, in which he instructed Burchard, together with others, in both kinds of literature. Among other works of his talent he wrote: Lives of Several Saints: one book. Chants in honor of the saints. And certain other things. He flourished in great religious devotion and discipline in the times of Emperor Otto II, in the year of the Lord 880.

Aribo, archbishop of Mainz, the nineteenth after the holy martyr Boniface, to whom Berno, abbot of the monastery of Reichenau, wrote a treatise on the Advent of the Lord, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, held a synod at Seligenstadt with Burchard, bishop of Worms, and other bishops and abbots of his, in the year of the Lord 1023, in the sixth indiction, and established many useful things, which are contained in authentic writings. He also wrote: On the Fifteen Gradual Psalms: one book. To Abbot Berno: one letter. And certain letters to others. He died under Conrad the Younger, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1031.

Burchard, formerly a monk of the monastery of Lobbes, of the Order of Saint Benedict, bishop of Worms in Germany, once a hearer and disciple at Lobbes of Albert, abbot of Gembloux, of whom mention is made in the canon, distinction 74, In nomine domini, a man most devoted to the divine writings and very learned, wrote from the opinions of the holy fathers, the general councils, and the supreme pontiffs a great and distinguished work after Isidore, namely: Decrees, which he divided into twenty books. “In the New Testament after ...” Letters to various persons: one book. He flourished under the holy emperor Henry, in the year of the Lord 1020.

Berno, abbot of the monastery of Reichenau, of the Order of Saint Benedict, of the diocese of Constance, German by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and very nobly trained in secular letters, a musician and poet, second to none in his time, distinguished in life and conduct, wrote certain excellent volumes both in verse and in prose. Of these I have found only the following. To Pilgrim, archbishop of Cologne, he composed an excellent and useful volume: On Music or Tones: one book. “Therefore every regular mon...” On the Instruments of Music: one book. “That music is not to be despised...” On the Advent of the Lord, to Aribo: one book. “At the summit of the highest dignity...” Also On the Office of the Mass: one book.

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On the fast of the four seasons: one book. On the Sabbath fast: one book. On the measurement of the monochord: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. In addition he published many other works, which have not yet come to my knowledge.

He flourished in the times of Saint Henry, the first emperor, but the second king, because the first did not receive the crown of the empire, in the year of the Lord 1020.

Adelboldus, bishop of Utrecht, formerly a monk, as they say, of Lobbes, of the Order of Saint Benedict, under whose name Abbot Heriger composed the dialogue on the coming of the Lord, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular letters, held in great esteem at the court of Saint Henry the Emperor, overthrew the unbelievers no less by arms than by learning. He wrote:

The Life of Saint Henry the Emperor: one book. On the Praise of the Holy Cross. On the Praise of the Blessed Mary. But he also published some other works, both in verse and in prose, which have not come to my knowledge. He died under Conrad the Younger, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1027, in the tenth indiction, in the eighteenth year of his episcopate, on the fifth day before the Kalends of December.

Sbertus, a monk of Canterbury, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and very skilled in the art of music, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, published various treatises in both kinds of learning, by which he transmitted the fame of his name to posterity. Among other things he wrote:

The Life of Saint Dunstan, archbishop: one book. On music also: one book.

He flourished in the times of Saint Henry the Emperor, in the year of the Lord 1020.

Dilo, the fourth abbot of Cluny, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a holy and learned man, presiding over the monastery for fifty-six years, directed the souls of many to Christ by word and example; his life, full of virtues and miracles, Peter Damian, bishop and cardinal of Ostia, described in an elegant discourse. He composed for elegant editors: one book. [unclear] of his brothers.

He died under Henry, the second emperor, in the year of the Lord 1048, in the first indiction, in the eighty-seventh year of his age, on the first day of the month of January.

Evpertus, bishop of Chartres, most learned in the divine Scriptures, and, in secular letters and in all disciplines, the most learned of the learned men of his time, a distinguished poet and a most subtle dialectician, presiding for many years over the public school, trained very many highly learned pupils. Also of a most holy life, he is read to have shone with many miracles; among other things, it is said that he wrote:

Letters to various persons: one book. In praises of Saint Mary: one book. Various hymns and prayers, and some other devout works.

He flourished in the times of Henry, the first king, in the year of the Lord 1010.

Bruno, bishop of Würzburg, cousin of Conrad, the second emperor, German by nation, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures, and most holy in life and conduct, who because of the excellence of his merits was enrolled in the catalogue of the saints, is regarded as the special patron of Eastern Francia. From the writings of the ancient fathers he compiled a beautiful exposition:

On the whole Psalter: one book. Blessed is the man who has not gone away.

Whether he wrote anything else I do not know.

He died under Henry, the second emperor, in the year of the Lord 1045, in the thirteenth indiction, on the sixth day before the Kalends of June.

Vpertus, abbot of the monastery of Cassino, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and excellently instructed in secular letters, zealous for regular discipline and a strenuous governor, as of the sheep entrusted to him

of those entrusted to him, so that by word and example he could be regarded as a useful pastor; he wrote, for the edification of his brothers, fine and elegant works:

Sermons, [unclear] book(s).

He also published some other works, which have not yet come to our knowledge.

Guido, monk and abbot of the monastery of the Cross of Saint Leufredus, of the order of the holy father Benedict, by homeland an Aretine, a man practiced in the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular disciplines, an outstanding dialectician and musician. In this too he is to be preferred to the others: that, through his rule on the hand, even boys and girls may learn unfamiliar chants by themselves more easily than by the voice of a master or by the use of any instrument. Among other little works of his talent he wrote: against Berengar, cleric of the church of Tours, On the Body and Blood of the Lord, one book; On Music also, two books, “Therefore those who [unclear] our discipline.” And other works which I have not seen. He flourished under the emperor Conrad the Younger, in the year of the Lord 1030.

Egelnoth, archbishop of the church of Canterbury in England, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, most holy in life and conduct, a most merciful advocate of the poor; at his urging Cnut, king of England, gave many alms, especially to the church of Chartres, over which at that time presided Fulbert, a most learned man, of whom we made mention above. He is said to have written, to the honor of almighty God, a fine work: In Praise of Saint Mary, one book; Letters to various persons, one book; and certain other things. He flourished in the times of the emperor Conrad the Younger, in the year 1030.

Adelmann, grammarian, from a cleric of Liège bishop of Brescia, once a hearer of Fulbert, bishop of Chartres, a man devoted to and learned in the divine writings, a philosopher and dialectician famous in his time, excellent in verse and prose. He wrote in both styles certain commendable little works, of which only a few have come to my knowledge by reading. He wrote to Berengar of Tours, formerly his fellow student under Fulbert, then beginning to err and to teach depraved doctrine, at great length, correcting him in friendly fashion: On the Body and Blood of the Lord, one book, “I call you a collector because.” Letters to various persons, one book. He is also said to have written many other works, both in verse and in prose, which I have not seen. He flourished under King Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1040.

Hermann, who was called Contractus, monk of the monastery of Saint Gall, of the order of the holy father Benedict, German by nation, son of the count of Veringen in Swabia, a man most learned in the divine writings, most universally trained in secular letters, philosopher, poet, astronomer, rhetorician, musician, second to none in his time, most skilled in three languages, Greek, Latin, and Arabic. He wrote many distinguished volumes in verse and prose, of which I have found only the following, namely: On Music, one book, “In considering the monochord”; On the Monochord, one book, “The first is the age of this world”; On the Six Ages of the World, two books, “In measuring, therefore, most subtly”; On the Composition of the Astrolabe, one book, “Whoever [unclear] of astronomical [unclear]”; On the Usefulness of the Astrolabe, one book, “He who is skilled in arithmetic”; On Computus, one book, “Of a distinguished and prudent man”; Lives of several saints, one book; various hymns and proses. He also composed chants and very beautiful proses in sweet and regular melody; among them is that very sweet one concerning the blessed Virgin Mary: Salve regina.

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And Alma redemptoris mater, and others, of which there is an abundant number. He also translated some volumes of Greek philosophers and Arab astrologers into Latin. He was, in accordance with his name, contracted in his limbs, but always persevering in thanksgiving; whence he also merited to be inwardly, wonderfully consoled and enlightened by the blessed Virgin, Mother of God.

He flourished in the time of Emperor Henry II, in the year of the Lord 1040.

Guimundus, archbishop of Aversa, formerly a monk of the monastery of the Cross of Saint Leufredus, of the order of the most holy father Benedict, a man devoted to and very skilled in the divine Scriptures, and also not ignorant of secular letters, wrote to Roger the monk against the errors of Berengar of Tours:

On the Body and Blood of the Lord, three books. “For the matter necessary in these times.”

And certain other works not seen by us.

He flourished under Emperor Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1060.

Alphanus, archbishop of Salerno, formerly a monk of the monastery of Cassino, of the order of Saint Benedict, a man nobly learned in the divine Scriptures and perfectly instructed in secular letters, a philosopher and theologian of most celebrated reputation, wrote certain little works of profound meaning, in which, exercising his talent, he also made his name known to posterity. Of these there survive:

On the Union of the Word of God and Man, one book.

On the Union of Body and Soul, one book.

On the Four Humors of the Body, one book.

He also composed other volumes in every branch of literature, which have not at all come down to us.

Campanus, a Lombard by nation, a philosopher and astronomer, in everyone’s opinion most celebrated in his time, acute in talent, scholastic in speech, and also not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, a distinguished calculator and computist, produced not a few little works of his talent, the reading of which will not be contemptible to the rulers of churches. Of these I have read only the following, a great and distinguished work:

On the Ecclesiastical Computus, one book. “One of these asked me.”

On the Composition of the Quadrant, one book. “You should know that the circle [unclear].”

Also a Calendar, one book.

He also composed many other works in astronomy, which have not come into our hands.

He is said to have flourished under King Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1030.

Helpericus, a monk of the monastery of Saint Gall, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a German by nation, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular letters, a philosopher, poet, and distinguished astronomer, subtle in talent and composed in speech, wrote some little works both in meter and in prose. Of these I have been able to find only the excellent work:

On the Ecclesiastical Computus, one book. “When, as an adolescent, with our brothers.”

Also On Music, one book.

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished under Emperor Henry III, in the year 1069.

[Berthorius?], abbot of the monastery of Cassino, of the order of Saint Benedict, a man learned in the sacred Scriptures and nobly instructed in the discipline of secular letters, a distinguished philosopher and physician. Before his conversion he is said to have written many little works in his faculty. But afterward, changing his study and being made a physician of the soul as well, he wrote for the edification of his brothers:

Elegant Sermons, one book.

He also produced other additional and various treatises, knowledge of which has not come to me.

Rogerius, a monk of the order of Saint Benedict, to whom Guimundus of Aversa, bishop, while still established in the monastery, is said to have written three books against Berengar, a learned man and instructed in both divine and secular letters, described for the edification of many, in sufficiently lucid speech:

The Life of Bruno, Bishop of Cologne, one book.

And certain other works. He flourished under Emperor Henry II, in the year of the Lord 1040.

BOOK.

Algerus, from [being] a scholastic [a] monk of Corbie [Corvey] in Saxony, a Teuton by nation, of the order of Saint Benedict, a man exercised by continual study in the holy Scriptures and rich in the reading of the ancients, and moreover magnificently learned in secular letters, cautious in talent and eloquent enough, strong in verse and prose. He wrote, in a quite urbane style, a distinguished volume: On the sacrament of the altar: book. On grace and free will: book. And certain letters. He is said to have written also several others, which have not come into our hands. ["Because the saints, from the body and…"; "It is to be known that free will…"] He flourished in the times of Conrad the Younger, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1030.

Albert, monk of Metz, of the order of Saint Benedict, a Gaul by nation, a man skilled by continual exercise in the holy Scriptures, and not ignorant of the arts of humanity which we call liberal. That he might transmit his name to posterity, he wrote certain little works of no contemptible reading, of which there is reported a brief but useful work containing the history of the deeds of his time, which he dedicated To the bishop of Metz: 1 book. And certain others. He flourished in the times of Conrad the Younger, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1030.

Eckebert, clerk of the church of Liège, a Teuton by nation, elegantly learned in the divine Scriptures, and instructed to perfection in the disciplines of secular letters, wrote both in meter and in prose some little works, by which he transmitted his name to the notice of posterity. Of these there is extant a volume composed in elegant meter, which he entitled On rustic riddles: 1 book. On the same matter, another, larger: book. And certain others. He flourished in the times of Henry III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1060.

Leo, pope, the ninth, from [being] bishop of the city of the Leuci which is called Toul, under the archbishop of Trier, sat in the chair of Peter, after Damasus, for six years; previously called Bruno, a learned and holy man. He wrote some illustrious little works, in which the gracefulness of eloquence and the sublimity of the sentences are deservedly commended. Of these are these: To Constantine the monk-emperor: On extirpating heresies: 1 book. To the patriarch of Constantinople: book. Against the errors of the Greeks: book. To the bishops of Africa and Egypt: book. Of letters, to various [persons]: book. He dies under Henry, king the third, emperor the second, in the year of the Lord 1054, in the 7th indiction, shining with many miracles.

[Humbert,] most erudite in the [holy] Scriptures, and nobly learned in secular letters, renowned in talent and eloquence, whom Pope Leo IX, on account of [his] knowledge of letters, led with him to Rome and ordained a cardinal bishop; [and who,] sent by him to Constantinople to confute the heresies of the Greeks, so confuted and overcame Nicetas Pectoratus, a monk, in the presence of the emperor Constantine and the patriarch Michael, that he anathematized his book which he had written against the Latin church, and cast it with his own hand into the fire to be burned. And whatever he there said or did in disputing, he luminously set down, under the name of "a Roman and a Constantinopolitan," in the manner Of dialogues: book. He wrote also certain others. He flourished under Henry the emperor, the second, in the year of the Lord 1050.

Anselm, monk of Rheims, of the order of Saint Benedict, a Gaul by nation, a man having a talent exercised in the divine Scriptures. He wrote certain little works of his study, which have as yet by no means come into our hands. And among others

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he compiled into one volume the deeds of Pope Leo IX performed throughout Gaul in councils and assemblies, so that he might make known with how great authority he held a synod at Reims or in other cities; with what industry and subtlety he examined ecclesiastical cases; with what severity he corrected sinners; and how divine power cooperated with him. This was sufficiently evident in one case at the synod of Reims, where, when the bishop of Freising acted contumaciously against apostolic authority, by God’s vengeance he suddenly became mute before the eyes of all. He wished to entitle this work:

The Itinerary of Pope Leo: one book.

He flourished under King Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1050.

Lanfranc, archbishop of the church of Canterbury in England, formerly abbot of the monastery of Caen, of the order of Saint Benedict, an Italian by nation from the city of Pavia, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and, in secular letters, especially in dialectic, in the opinion of all the most learned man of his time, renowned no less for holiness than for knowledge, left excellent monuments of his talent. Of these I have found only the following:

On all the epistles of Paul the Apostle: fourteen books, [unclear]. Against Berengar: one book. “Lanfranc, by the mercy of God, [unclear].” The Deeds of Count William: one book.

Of the rest I have found nothing.

He flourished under Emperor Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1060.

Peter Damian, formerly a monk of the divine father Benedict, bishop of Ostia and cardinal of the most holy Roman Church, was a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, gentle and acute in intellect, calm and composed in speech, quite fit for persuasion; he shone forth as distinguished and renowned no less for holiness than for learning. Following the example of the great bishop Gregory, out of love for solitude and quiet he left his episcopate, after he had governed it vigorously for some years, and returned to his monastery; thereafter he spent his life with his brothers in tranquility of mind. But when he was reproved by the supreme pontiff with a charitable rebuke as to why, being a useful and suitable man, he had abandoned the episcopate out of love for private salvation, he published apologetic writings addressed to the three Roman pontiffs succeeding one another: Nicholas II, Alexander II, and Gregory VII. In these, humbly excusing his deed by authority, reason, and example, he calmed their minds.

Of his minor works the following are reported. To Leo the hermit, on whether a solitary person praying the canonical hours ought also to say “The Lord be with you,” when there is no one to answer: an instructive little work entitled:

The Lord Be with You: one book. “To lord Leo, from love of heavenly...” Apologetic: three books. “To his lord Nicholas, universal...” On the Incontinence of Priests: one book. “Lately, [unclear] with certain bishops...” Rule of Solitaries: one book. “I address you, O hares...” Exhortation to Monks: one book. “While by the fervor of holy [conversion?]...” Miracles of His Own Time: one book. “To the brothers in the [Gangangensian?] hermitage...” On the Progress of Monks: one book. “To the most beloved Gerard, [unclear]...” Antilogion against the Jews: one book. “Hugh, abbot of Cluny, this...” On the Avarice of Prelates: one book. “To Blanca, once a countess, now...” Life of Abbot Odilo: one book. “For it must indeed be weighed, since now...” On the Terror of Death: one book. Against Simoniac Bishops: one book. Against a Certain Bishop: one book. Gratissimus or Probatissimus: one book. “To lord H. of the see of Ravenna, [unclear]”

BOOK

Of Rhetorical Declamation: one book. On the Natures of Certain Animals: one book. On Flora and Lucilla: one book. On Cassian the martyr: one book. On Saint Boniface: one book. On Saint Anastasius: one book. Of sermons and homilies: one book. And many other things which I have not seen. He flourished under King Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1050.

Bruno, archbishop of the Ruthenians, formerly a monk of the Order of Saint Benedict, outstanding by birth, holy and in every way worthy of God, since, preaching the catholic faith in Prussia, he lawfully received the crown of martyrdom from the enemies of Christ. He wrote some excellent little works of his own talent, of which there survive commentaries:

On Genesis: two books.

And certain other things. He suffered at the hands of the Prussians under Saint Henry, who was the second king of this name and the first emperor, in the year of the Lord 1008, in the sixth indiction. After afflicting him with many tortures, cutting off his feet and hands, they finally, by beheading him, made him a martyr of Christ.

Erhard, a monk of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man zealous in the divine Scriptures, learned by continual exercise, subtle in intellect and ready in speech, was of excellent industry in delivering homilies to the people. By expounding the divine Scriptures he made his name known; by frequent exposition of the same he became an outstanding teacher. He wrote, moreover, little works of reading not to be despised, among which they report:

Commentaries on Genesis: one book. On Exodus: one book. On Leviticus: one book. On Numbers: one book. On Deuteronomy: one book. Also of homilies: one book.

He also published some other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

Bernold, priest of the church of Constance in Swabia, German by nation, a devout man, zealous and learned in the holy Scriptures, and sufficiently instructed in the discipline of secular letters, clear in intellect and polished in speech, left some little works of his study, which nevertheless have by no means come to the knowledge of our reading. He is said to have composed, for the benefit of the ecclesiastical commonwealth, a volume which he entitled:

The Roman Order: one book.

He flourished in the times of Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1060.

Marbod, bishop of Rennes, very zealous in the divine Scriptures, learned by reading of the ancients, and nobly instructed in the disciplines of secular letters, excellent in verse and prose. He wrote in both styles not a few volumes, which can no less please readers than profit them. Among these there stands out a notable work which he composed in elegant meter with a threefold sense:

On the Song of Songs: one book. The Passion of the Theban Martyrs, in verse: one book.

And certain other things. He flourished in the times of Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1050.

Marianus, a monk of Fulda, of the Order of Saint Benedict, Scottish by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, a historian and distinguished computist, leaving his own country, came into Germany as a pilgrim for love of Christ. First at Cologne, at Saint Martin’s, he was made a monk and, from desire for solitude, enclosed himself; he stayed there for two years. Afterwards, transferred to Fulda, he remained enclosed there for twelve years, until at last on account of the learning of the holy

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[unclear] by order of the bishop of Mainz and the abbot of Fulda; moving to Mainz, for seventeen years at Saint Martin’s, again remaining enclosed, he was held in great honor by all. He wrote, from the beginning of the world down to his own times:

An outstanding Chronicle, three books, “We are instructed by the divine …”

On the Harmony of the Evangelists, one book, “There was in the days of Herod …”

On Computation also, one book, and certain other works. He died under Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1086, in the ninth indiction, in the fifty-eighth year of his age; and he was buried at Mainz at Saint Martin’s, in the greater church, not without a reputation for holiness.

Henricus, bishop of Vercelli, formerly a cleric of the church of Trier, German by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently instructed in the discipline of secular letters, made his name known to posterity by writing, although his little works have not come to the knowledge of our reading. In that discord which existed between Hildebrand, Pope Gregory VII, and Henry, Emperor III or King IV, he wrote, in the person of Theoderic, bishop of Verdun, while he was still a cleric at Trier, to the same Pope Gregory a volume furnished with divine Scriptures: not rebuking him, but entreating him as an elder, as a father, with the friendly affection of one grieving, setting before him all the things which talkative rumor had spread abroad that he had done or said against the right of laws, divine law, and equity. He entitled it:

On the Discord between the Kingdom and the Priesthood, one book.

Concerning the rest I have found nothing. He flourished under Henry IV, in the year 1080.

Theodericus, a monk of the order of Saint Benedict, German by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular letters, subtle in intellect, distinguished in eloquence, is said to have written certain little works of reading not to be despised. Of these, few have come to my knowledge. They are read to Richard, abbot of Fulda:

On the Life of Saint Benedict, one book, “When of heavenly sacraments …”

On the Translation of the Body of the Same, one book, “When for a long time the Lombard people …”

Letters also to various persons, one book.

He also composed many other works, both in verse and in prose, which have not come down to us. He flourished under Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1040.

Adam, abbot of Perseigne, of the order of the holy father Benedict, learned in the divine Scriptures by constant exercise, rich in the reading of the ancients, and sufficiently instructed in the knowledge of secular letters, of very celebrated reputation in delivering declamations and homilies, transmitted his name with praise to posterity by composing various treatises. There are extant his devout and useful:

Sermons to the Brothers, one book.

On Saints, on Various Subjects, one book.

He is also said to have expounded certain treatises of Sacred Scripture, in which he showed the abundant vein of his talent; but they have not come to my knowledge.

Anselm, bishop of Lucca, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and not meanly instructed in secular letters, the tireless co-worker of Pope Gregory VII, an outstanding defender against Guibert, who had been subordinated to him by Henry, so that by the authority of the law of the Scriptures he defended all his deeds, sayings, or writings against Henry the emperor. He left very famous monuments of a great talent, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Of these there are extant:

On Jeremiah the Prophet, one book.

On the Psalter also, one book.

Against Guibert the Antipope, one book.

And several letters to various persons, one book.

He flourished under Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1080.

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Willelmus, abbot of Merseburg, of the order of Saint Benedict, German by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, practiced in verse and prose; after he had spent some time applying himself to letters at the University of Paris, he returned to his homeland and was made scholasticus of the church of Bamberg. Then, considering that the glory of the world passes away with time, having despised the world, he put on the monk in the monastery of Fulda for love of Christ; and at last, as he increased in merits, he was consecrated abbot in the monastery of Saint Peter at Merseburg, and made his name known to posterity by writing. Of his little works I have read only a volume composed in a beautiful variety, in mixed meter and verse with prose, on the nuptials of Christ and the Church:

On the Song of Songs, two books, “I behold the studies of the elders …”

Concerning the rest I have seen nothing. He flourished under Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1070.

Franco, scholasticus of the church of Liège, a German by nation, a man splendidly learned in the divine Scriptures and most highly trained in secular discipline, an outstanding philosopher, astronomer, and computist, and no less venerable for religion than for knowledge. He is said to have composed several treatises on the sacred Scriptures, which have not yet come to my knowledge. He wrote to Hermann II, archbishop of Cologne, a subtle and excellent work:

On the squaring of the circle, one book. On ecclesiastical computus, one book. And many other things. He flourished under Emperor Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1060.

Bernard, a monk of Cluny of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man practiced in the sacred Scriptures by constant meditation, and not ignorant of secular literature, conspicuous also for religion and uprightness of morals, at the command of the venerable Abbot Hugh gathered all the customs of the monastery of Cluny into one volume in lucid language, prefixing this title to the work:

The Customs of Cluny, one book. He also wrote other things. He flourished under Emperor Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1050.

Bernard, a monk of Corvey in Saxony, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a German by nation, a man nobly learned in the divine Scriptures and most skilled in secular letters, excellent in verse and prose, subtle in intellect and eloquent in speech. He wrote to Hartwin, archbishop of Magdeburg, in a lucid style indeed, but against Henry IV:

Against Henry IV, one book. [unclear]: a volume. And other things which I have not seen. He flourished in the times of the same Emperor Henry, in the year 1070.

Ivo, bishop of Chartres, formerly provost of Saint-Quentin of Beauvais, of the Order of Regular Canons of the divine father Augustine, a man practiced in the divine Scriptures and a most cautious interpreter of the canons of the holy fathers and of general councils, and no less revered for holiness than for knowledge; he magnificently reformed his order, long in collapse. After Burchard, bishop of Worms, he wrote from the canons of the saints a concise decretum, which jurists used before the times of Gratian, which he entitled:

Panormia, ten books. Ecclesiastical Excerpts. Letters to various persons, one book. Ivo, to the [unclear] church of Chartres. And certain other things. He flourished under Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1090.

Hildebert, bishop of Le Mans and afterwards archbishop of Tours, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and second to none in his time in secular teachings, acute in intellect and very eloquent in speech, once a disciple of Berengar of Tours, but an assailant of error, who endured many persecutions and tribulations, even imprisonment, for ecclesiastical liberty. He wrote in both styles, namely metrical and prose, certain distinguished little works, of which few have so far been able to come to our knowledge by reading. He wrote in elegant metre a very beautiful and useful exposition:

On the whole office of the Mass, one book. “I wished to write, since my...” On his exile, one book. “Recently I was wealthy in...”

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On the misery of this life: one book. On the sacrament of the altar: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. A hymn and prayers in various meters: one book. He included an epitaph of Berengar, once his teacher, in fifty-two verses. He also wrote many other things still unknown to us. He flourished under Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1090.

Anselm, archbishop of Canterbury in England, formerly abbot of the monastery of Bec in Normandy, of the Order of Saint Benedict, once a hearer and disciple of Lanfranc, was a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, and in secular [unclear] and skill second to none in his time; upright and most holy in life and conduct; devout in mind; eloquent in speech; vigorous in action; angelic in countenance; mature in bearing; exemplary in his course of life; constant in the study of the Scriptures; and adorned and distinguished by every virtue. He wrote almost countless little works, among which the following are reported:

Against the gentiles, why concerning man: one book. On the incarnation of the Word, against the Jews: one book. On the virginal conception: one book. Proslogion: one book. Monologion: one book. On the Holy Spirit, against the Greeks: one book. On the fall of the devil: one book. On the diversity of the sacraments: one book. On leavened and unleavened bread: one book. On the will of God: one book. On the Holy Trinity: one book. On the Song of Songs: one book. On peace and concord: one book. On free choice: one book. On grace and free choice: one book. A dialogue on truth: one book. On likenesses: one book. On the measurement of the cross: one book. Meditations: one book. Meditations on the passion of God: one book. On the blessed life: one book. On blessed sufficiency: one book. On good occupation: one book. On the praises of Saint Mary: one book. The spur of love: one book. On behalf of the fool: one book. Against the fool: one book. On the misery of man: one book. On Antichrist: one book. Dialogue of a Christian and a gentile: one book. On the ways of the beatitudes: one book. On the members attributed to God: one book. On the sacraments and divine offices: one book. Proverbs, that is, On the house of [unclear]: one book. On the Hexaemeron: one book. To Archbishop Lanfranc: one book. On the grammarian: one book.

“We are taken from the midst by the fates.” “Often also [unclear] by many.” “To the lord and [unclear] the church.” “To whom in all things of your religious [unclear].” “Come now, little man, flee.” “[Unclear], I am one nature.” “[Unclear] by the Greeks and [unclear].” “That saying of the Apostle: What do you have which...” “To the lord and friend Walram.” “Anselm, servant of the church of Canterbury.” “Human reason, which concerning God...” “To whom free choice may seem...” “On those three questions.” “That God is truth.” “The will is understood in three ways.” “That by ordering your son Christ...” “Lord my God, grant to the heart...” “Christian soul, soul from grave...” “Jesus of Nazareth [unclear] to the Jews.” “They doubt whether it is or...” “That [unclear] reproaches me.” “My life terrifies me and...” “Wherever sacred Scripture...” “The celebration of Mass in common.” “This house in which I dwell.”

On Saint John the Baptist: one book. On the Assumption of Saint Mary: a homily. To William of Hirsau: a letter. A book of letters to various persons. On Original Sin: one book. Also some sermons. But he is also said to have written many other works, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under the emperor Henry III, in the year of the Lord 1080.

William, abbot of the monastery of Hirsau, in the diocese of Speyer, of the Order of Saint Be[unclear], wrote some letters: a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, in secular letters inferior to no one among the Germans in his time; a philosopher, astronomer, distinguished musician, most holy in life and conduct, who is read to have shone with many miracles. He reformed regular discipline, which had long since collapsed in many monasteries of Germany. Therefore, for the preservation of monastic observance, he wrote from the ancient statutes: Constitutions of Monks: one book. On the Tones of Music: one book. On the Clock: one book. On the Correction of the Psalter: one book. To Saint Anselm of Canterbury: a letter. A book of letters to various persons. He also published some other things, which through the negligence of the ancients have fallen into oblivion. He died under the emperor Henry III, but as king of the Romans the fourth, in the year of the Lord 1091, in the fourteenth indiction, on the fourth day before the Nones of July. He was buried in the middle of the church of the apostles, with a great reputation for holiness.

Gilbert, provost of the monastery of West[unclear] in England, of the Order of Saint Benedict, hearer and disciple of Anselm of Canterbury, a man learned in the divine writings, not ignorant of secular philosophy, ready in intellect, cautious in speech, made his name known to posterity by writing, when he composed certain necessary little works. Of these the following are reported: A Disputation against the Jews, To the blessed Anselm, bishop: one book. On the Prophet Isaiah: one book. And certain other things. He flourished under Henry IV with Anselm, in the year of the Lord 1090.

Ontherus, a monk of Elwangen, of the Order of Saint Benedict, skilled in the divine Scriptures by constant exercise, nobly taught in the disciplines of secular letters, a famous theologian and poet, subtle in intellect, polished in speech, wrote in meter and prose certain excellent volumes. Of these few have come to my knowledge. There is extant a volume of his in elegant meter: On the Passion of Saint Cyriacus: one book. And certain letters. He flourished in the times of King Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1100.

Theoderic, abbot of the monastery of Saint Trudo in the diocese of Liege, of the Order of the divine father Benedict, a German by nation, a man studious and learned in the holy Scriptures, and sufficiently instructed in secular letters, excellent in verse and prose. In both styles he wrote certain excellent little works, in which he exercised his talent splendidly. Of these the following, written in elegant meter, are reported: Life of Saint Trudo: one book. Life of Saint Bavo: one book. Life of Saint Remold: one book. And many other things. He flourished in the times of Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1100.

Peter Alphonsus, converted from Judaism to the faith, previously called Moses, whom King Alphonsus, raising him from the sacred font, distinguished with his own surname, a man in wri-

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learned in the holy Scriptures, and nobly instructed in secular philosophy. As proof of his sincere faith, under the name of Moses, the Jew that he had been, and of Peter, the Christian that he began to be, he wrote a distinguished dialogue, Against the Jews, one book, “To the one and eternal First.” On Knowledge and Philosophy, one book, and certain other works. He flourished in the times of Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1100.

Honorius of Autun, priest and scholastic of the church, a man most devoted to the Scriptures and very learned, and nobly instructed in the secular sciences, subtle in intellect and clear in speech. He wrote many excellent little works. Of these he himself, in the book On Illustrious Men, which he entitled On the Luminaries of the Church, listed the following: a very necessary work on Christ, on the Church, and on the future life, which he entitled Elucidarium, three books, “You say that you wonder why.” On Free Will, one book. The Seal of Saint Mary, one book. The Mirror of the Church, or Of Sermons, one book. A Stumbling Block concerning Priests, one book. A Summary of Histories, one book. Gem of the Soul, on the divine offices, six books, “A battle-line in the camps of the eternal king.” On the Image of the World, two books, “The world, therefore, is so called as if [unclear].” On the Song of Songs, one book, “At the beginnings of books there are three.” On the Luminaries of the Church, one book, “Gelasius, bishop of the city of Rome.” On the Body of the Lord, one book. On the Hexaemeron, one book. On God and Eternal Life, one book. On the Soul, one book. The Ladder of Heaven, on the degrees of visions, one book. The Key of Physics, on the natures of things, one book. On the whole Psalter, one book. Homilies on the Gospels, one book. On the Pope and the Emperor, one book. A dialogue from the little works of Augustine, one book. Refreshment of Minds, on feasts, one book. The Food of Life, on the saints, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. He also published many other works, whose titles I have not yet been able to find. He flourished under Henry V, in the year of the Lord 1120.

Sigebert, monk of Gembloux, of the order of Saint Benedict, a Gaul by nation, a man from his youth most devoted to the divine Scriptures and very learned, and in secular letters second to none in his time in the territory of Liège, practiced in both verse and prose. He wrote many volumes in both styles, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Yet this is to be blamed in him: that, adhering to Emperor Henry, a rebel persecutor of the Roman Church, he wrote letters and little works against the most holy pope Gregory VII, which did not befit his profession. What he wrote, however, he declared openly at the end of Illustrious Men. When he was placed in the monastery of Saint Vincent at Metz to instruct boys, he wrote in heroic meter: The Life of Saint Theodoric, Bishop, one book. The Passion of Saint Lucy, in meter, one book. On the Translation of the Same, one book. The Life of King Sigebert, one book.

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The Passion of the Thebans, in meter: one book. The Life of Saint Guibert: one book. The Deeds of the Abbots of Gembloux: one book. The Life of Saint Maclou: one book. The Life of Saint Theodard: one book. Against Pope Gregory: one book. An Apology to the Emperor: one book. Against the Letter of Pope Paschal: one book. On Ecclesiastes, in heroic meter: one book. Histories after Eusebius: one book. On Illustrious Men: one book. On the Ecclesiastical Computus: one book. Also Sermons: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. After these he also published other works, which he did not mark with the above-written little works. He flourished in the times of Henry, the third emperor, the fourth king, in the year of the Lord 1110. He carried his Chronicle down to the year 1111.

Calixtus, the second pope, a Burgundian by nation, brother of the duke of Burgundy, formerly archbishop of Vienne, sat in the pontificate after Gelasius for six years. He was a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, a particular lover of Saint James the Apostle, in whose honor he raised the church of Compostela to an archbishopric. He wrote, in a composed style and with the greatest diligence:

On the Miracles of Saint James: one book. “Calixtus, bishop, servant of the servants.” Letters to various persons: one book. And certain other things. He flourished under Henry V, in the year of the Lord 1120.

Stephanus, also called Herrandus, the fourteenth bishop of the church of Halberstadt, from being abbot of the monastery of Ilsenburg, of the order of Saint Benedict, a German by nation, was a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech. He wrote some little works not unworthy of reading, but few have come into our hands. In the person of Count Louis he wrote a very elegant and useful letter to Waltram, bishop of the church of Nienburg, defending Henry, rebel against the Roman Church:

A Defense of the Pope: one book. “As a good man from a good...” And several letters to various persons: one book. And certain other things. He died under Henry V, in the year of the Lord 1107, in the fifteenth indiction, and was honorably buried in Reinsburg.

Bernard, first abbot of Clairvaux, of the Cistercian order, a Burgundian by nation, was a noble and holy man, who was renowned for many miracles in life and after death; learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters; subtle in intellect, adorned in speech, since indeed he neglected nothing in his writings that could contribute to the adornment of his discourse. He published many excellent little works, of which the following are reported:

On Consideration, to Eugene: five books. “The thought comes to me to dictate something.” Of His Meditations: one book. “Many people know many things, but...” On Contempt of the World, to clerics: one book. “To hear, as we believe...” On Grace and Free Will: one book. “You asked me, brother Gotfrid...” To the Knights of the Temple: one book. “When I was speaking recently before...” The Mirror of the Religious Life: one book. “To Hugh, soldier of Christ...” On the Cloistered Ladder: one book. “If anyone among you to amend...” To the Carthusians: one book. “When on a certain day bodily...” To the brothers of Mont-Dieu in the east, Bernard

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On conscience: one book. On the order of life: one book. On the two eyes of the soul: one book. On the confession of sins: one book. On precept and dispensation: one book. To Henry of Sens: one book. To Hugh of Saint-Victor: one book. Against Gerard: one book. Against a heretic, to the pope: one book. On the misery of this life: one book. On temptations and leisure: one book. On the will: one book. An apology to the Cluniacs: one book. On the degrees of charity: one book. On the Passion of the Lord: one book. On the Magnificat: one book. On loving God: one book. On the psalm “He who dwells”: one book. On the Song of Songs, 86 homilies: one book. On “The angel was sent”: one book. To his sister, on the manner of living: one book. The Life of Bishop Malachy: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. Several sermons: one book. And certain other works. He flourished under Conrad III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1111.

Anselm of Laon, scholasticus, very devoted to the divine Scriptures and skilled through long practice, and nobly learned in the disciplines of secular letters, acute in intellect, scholastic in speech, distinguished no less in life than in knowledge, explained the Scriptures of both Testaments in a new kind of exposition, with interlinear and marginal gloss from the writings of the Fathers. He also wrote certain other little works, which have not come to me. He is reported to have written:

Commentaries on the Psalter: one book. And certain letters. He flourished under Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1110.

Hugh, priest and monk of Saint-Victor at Paris, of the order of regular canons of Saint Augustine, abbot there, as they say, a Saxon by nation, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, inferior to none of the ancients in secular philosophy, who was regarded in his time as a most celebrated teacher, like a second Augustine; subtle in intellect, adorned in eloquence, and venerable no less for his way of life than for his learning. He wrote many, almost innumerable, little works, of which few have thus far come into our hands:

A Summa of his Sentences: twelve books. “Arduous indeed and laborious...” On the soul of Christ: six books. “The first of all things to be sought...” Didascalion: one book. “I shall speak secretly to my soul...” On the pledge of the soul: one book. “With what zeal, with what affection...” On the manner of praying: one book. “So many praisers now...” On the praise of charity: one book. “Because, brothers, by the Lord’s granting...” On the instruction of novices: one book.

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On the Rule of Saint Augustine: one book. On the mystical ark of Noah: one book. On Ecclesiastes, sixteen homilies: one book. On the Song of Songs: one book. On the Lamentations of Jeremiah: one book. On the hierarchies of Dionysius: fourteen books. On the praise of the fathers: one book. On the perpetual virginity of Saint Mary: one book. On the Magnificat: one book. On “Thou art all fair”: one book. On the love of the bridegroom and the bride: one book. On the medicine of the soul: one book. On meditation: one book. On the incarnation of the Word: one book. On the wisdom of Christ: one book. On the vanity of the world: one book. On the substance of love: one book. On the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit: one book. On discipline: one book. On the five books of Moses: one book. On the mysteries of the Church: one book. On spirit and soul: one book. On the Lord’s Prayer: one book. On confession: one book. On the prophet Ezekiel: one book. An epitome of philosophy: one book. On certain psalms: one book. On marriage and concupiscence: one book. On the simple nature of God: one book. On the threefold will in Christ: one book. On the power and will of God: one book. On Sacred Scripture: two books. On the nature of animals: one book. On contemplation: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. He also composed many sermons and other different and varied treatises. He flourished under Emperor Henry V, in the year of the Lord 1130.

Rupert, abbot of the monastery of Deutz near Cologne Agrippina, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a German by nation, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, with the Holy Spirit enlightening him through a vision, and not ignorant of secular letters, a monk of Saint Lawrence of Liege, was taken thence on account of his incredible learning by Frederick, archbishop of Cologne, and elevated as abbot of the monastery of Deutz. He composed many excellent little works. For from the time when in his youth he entered the monastery, he had exercised himself so greatly in the Holy Scriptures that not even while sleeping did he seem able to rest from meditating on them, but his tongue and lips moved as though he were reading. Of his little works I have at present found only the following. To Cuno, abbot of Siegburg and afterwards bishop of Regensburg:

On the victory of the Word of God: thirteen books. On Genesis: nine books. On the Song of Songs: six books. On the book of Saint Job: ten books. “These precepts which under...” “When once I was sitting in the community...” “Those things which from the book of Solomon...” “At the beginning of our labor...” “Where he sits,” etc., as to the letter. “The Jews seek signs, the Greeks...” “Man, the microcosm, that is...” “Meditation is frequent...” “There were certain men who...” “You ask about the soul:” “O unclean world,” etc. “Because it was said to me that I should think...” “There are seven petitions.” “Alone, solitude,” etc. “You ask about the will.” “You ask about power.” “The reader of the divine Scriptures...” “The lion, strongest of beasts...” “The spiritual [unclear] of the Lord,” etc. “Recently, when you, a welcome guest...” “Whoever of the faithful soul, while...” “He who against [unclear] his son for himself...”

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On the books of Kings, concerning David: 15 books. On the Holy Trinity in the Old Testament: 42 books. On the Apocalypse of John: 12 books. “That you also, venerable [unclear].” On the divine offices: 12 books. “Those things which through the cycle of the year are arranged...” Meditations on the fire of [Tuicium?]: 3 books. “Behold, because the accuser Satan...” On the twelve minor prophets: 30 books. On the Gospel of Matthew: 8 books. On the Gospel of John: 13 books. On the Rule of Saint Benedict: 1 book. An Apologetic for the same work: 1 book. Letters to various persons: 1 book.

Finally, it is said that he wrote many other things too, and explained the New and Old Testament for the greater part in many books; of these up to the present we have seen nothing except the works which we have marked. He flourished in great holiness, shining with doctrine and miracles, under Henry V, in the year of the Lord 1124. And he died under Lothar III.

B[ertus?], abbot of the monastery of Limburg in the diocese of Speyer, of the holy order, magnificently learned, distinguished in life and conduct, so that he deserved to be visited by frequent divine revelations. For many years he devoted himself in the school of Paris to secular philosophy, and became a noble philosopher. But, considering the passing nature of the present life, he abandoned the pursuit of vanity and, returning to his homeland, became a monk in the said monastery and finally was made abbot. He wrote, however, little works not contemptible for reading; of these I have found only the following:

On the Song of Songs: 4 books. “Whoever of himself and of things...” On contempt of the world: 2 books. “The world is called by an improper name...” On Saint John the Baptist: 1 book. “The historian of the Gospel relates...” Of his revelations: 1 book. “In the year of the Lord’s incarnation 1124...”

He wrote certain sermons on the saints whose bodies or patronages were held in the same monastery of Limburg. He flourished under the emperor Henry V, with no small reputation for holiness, in the year of the Lord 1124.

Rudolf, abbot of Saint-Trond in the diocese of Liège, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a German by nation, a man practiced with constant zeal in the divine Scriptures, and not meanly learned in secular letters; strong in verse and prose, an excellent musician, and no less renowned in work than in knowledge. He wrote in both styles little works not to be despised, of which they report:

Against the simoniacs: 7 books. Also a Chronicle: 1 book. Many poems.

He also composed many chants in praise of the saints, in sweet and regular melody. He flourished under Henry V, in the year of the Lord 1125.

Hranco, second abbot of the monastery of Affligem, of the order of Saint Benedict, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, sufficiently instructed in secular doctrine, strong in talent and renowned for eloquence. He wrote certain commendable little works, both in meter and prose, by which he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. While he was still a simple monk in the aforesaid monastery, at the command of Fulgentius his abbot he began a small work, which afterward, when made abbot, he completed, adorned with knowledge and eloquence:

On the grace of God: 1 book. On the state of future glory, in meter: 1 book. Letters to various persons: 1 book. Sermons on the blessed Virgin: 1 book. And certain other things.

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He was elected abbot of the aforesaid monastery of Hafligem under the emperor Henry V, in the year of the Lord 1109, in the thirteenth indiction.

Gilbert, bishop of Poitiers, formerly a scholastic of Paris, surnamed Porreta, by nation a Frenchman, a man much practiced in the divine Scriptures and splendidly learned in secular letters, subtle in intellect and confused in speech by the novelty of his terms, was accused by blessed Bernard of heresy in certain points; and, convicted in the council of Rheims celebrated by Eugenius, he is said to have renounced the error. There are those who excuse him, saying that the authorities introduced in his expositions were understood by some in a less than sound way. But we, agreeing with the Roman Church, confess that what has once been determined by it may be infringed by no one. Gilbert wrote many little works, of which they report the following:

On the whole Psalter, one book. On all the epistles of Paul, fourteen books. On the Gospel of John, one book. On Boethius, On the Trinity, one book. Books of Questions, etc. Several sermons, one book. And certain other things. He flourished under the emperor Conrad III, in the year 1140.

Ivo, abbot of Mount Saint Cornelius, of the order of the divine father Benedict, learned in the holy Scriptures by continual practice, and sufficiently instructed in secular letters for his station, endowed with a noble talent for expounding the divine volumes, transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity by writing various treatises. But I do not remember that any of them has come into our hands. His notable work to Milo, bishop of the church of Terouanne, likewise a most learned man, is said not yet to have been seen:

On the Song of Songs, one book. Several sermons and letters. And certain other things. He flourished in the times of Lothar, the last emperor, in the year 1130.

Gilbert, bishop of Chartres, studious and very skilled in the divine Scriptures, and inferior to none of the doctors of his time in the disciplines of secular letters, sharp in intellect and sufficiently adorned in eloquence, distinguished in morals and life, and an especial lover and worshipper of the most blessed Mary, mother of God, wrote a notable little work on this prophecy: “The sceptre shall not be taken away from Judah.”

Against the Jews, one book. On the Nativity of Saint Mary, one sermon, of approved custom. Various sermons, one book. He is also said to have written some other things, which have not come to my knowledge. I believe that he flourished under Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1100.

Odo, bishop of Cambrai, a man learned in the holy Scriptures and nobly instructed in the letters of the humanities, subtle in intellect and clear in eloquence, notably distinguished, after the manner of the ancients, in composing and declaiming homilies to the people. He wrote, in dialogue form, the disputation that he had had with a certain Jew on the mystery of the Lord’s incarnation, the first letter of his own name and that of the Jew disputing with him being noted:

To Wilbodo the monk, one book. On the Canon of the Mass, one book. “There was a certain rich man.” On the steward of iniquity, one book. And he composed not a few other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

Edmund, a monk of Canterbury in England, of the order of Saint Benedict, formerly a hearer and disciple of Archbishop Anselm, a man learned in the divine Scriptures by long practice, and [unclear] of secular letters, made his name known to posterity. Of these there is extant one volume on the discord that existed between William, king of the English, and the aforesaid Saint Anselm, archbishop of Canterbury:

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 57

On ecclesiastical liberty: one book. The Life of the same Anselm: one book. And certain other things. He flourished in the times of Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1120.

Gratian, a monk of Bologna or Classe, of the Order of Saint Benedict, by birth, as some maintain, an Etruscan, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and burning with admirable zeal, ready in intellect and clear in eloquence, also distinguished in life and conduct, wrote, after Ivo, bishop of Chartres, a notable volume of Decrees from the statutes, enactments, and writings of the ancients, which professors of canon law use in the schools down to the present, approved by Pope Eugene III. Its title is: The Concordance of Discordant Canons: four books. The human race by two... He also composed certain other things. He flourished under Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1120.

Hugh, monk of Corbie, of the Order of Saint Benedict, called de Fouilloy, a man rich and learned in the Holy Scriptures through reading the ancients, distinguished in intellect and sweet in eloquence, and no less venerable for conduct than for knowledge, made his name known to posterity by his writings. For he wrote a notable volume, not so much useful as delightful to all religious persons and those fearing God, divided into four little books, designated beforehand as follows: On the material cloister: one book. On the arrangement of the cloister. On the spiritual cloister: one book. The contemplation of the soul’s cloister... On the cloister of the soul: one book. Into the heavenly [unclear] cloister. On the cloister of paradise: one book. Behold, a virgin shall conceive, etc. And certain other things. He flourished in the times of Henry IV, in the year of the Lord 1120.

Richard, monk of Saint Victor in Paris, of the Order of Regular Canons of Saint Augustine, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular philosophy, excellent in intellect, scholastic in eloquence, outstanding in morals and conduct, wrote many and almost innumerable little works, by which he greatly benefited the usefulness of believers and consecrated his name to immortality. Among these the following are reported: On the Holy Trinity: five books. My righteous one lives by faith. On contemplation: one book. Arise, Lord, into your rest. On the twelve patriarchs: one book. Benjamin, a little youth. On the mystical ark: five books. That mystical ark of Moses. On the Song of Songs: one book. On my bed, etc.; the soul which God... On the extermination of evil: one book. What is it to you, sea, that you fled? On the promotion of good: one book. Every head is sick, etc. Against the Judaizers: one book. Behold, a virgin shall conceive, etc. On the tabernacle of the covenant: one book. Whatever you shall bind upon... On the forty-two stations: one book. In the regeneration, when he shall sit... On the study of wisdom: one book. Since to your question, etc. On the perfection of monks: one book. Bring to the Lord, sons of God, etc. On mental prayer: one book. Those things in the Gospel. On the threefold holocaust: one book. On the authority of Peter: one book. On judicial power: one book. On the difference of sins: one book. On the instruction of novices: one book. On the spirit of blasphemy: one book.

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On the offices of the Church, one book. On diverse affections, one book. An epitome of the whole Bible, one book. On the Apocalypse of John, one book. On Daniel the prophet, one book. A chronicle from the beginning of the world, one book. On the double Pascha, one book. Of divisions or exceptions, twenty-four books. “O God, supremely good, unchanging.” On the vision of Nebuchadnezzar, one book. On the sacrifice of Abraham, one book. On the four winds, one book. On the words of Isaiah, one book. On the words of the Apostle, one book. On the Acts of the Apostles, one book. On violent charity, one book. On newness of life, one book. “Purge out the old leaven.” He also composed, besides these, many letters, sermons, and various treatises. He flourished under Conrad III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1140.

Guigo, fifth prior of the Charterhouse, a man skilled in the divine Scriptures through long study, and not ignorant of secular letters either, mild in talent and distinguished in speech, and no less venerable in conduct than in learning, is said to have composed several little works, by which his name was given to immortality. Among these there is extant an excellent work, in lucid style, On the Life of Hugh, bishop of Grenoble, one book, written [unclear]; On the Institutes of the Carthusians, one book; and certain other things. He corrected with diligent study, according to the line of truth, the letters of the most blessed father Jerome, corrupted by the excessive fault of copyists. He died under the younger emperor Lothair, in the year of the Lord 1137, in the fifteenth indiction, on the sixth day before the Kalends of August.

Peter Lombard, bishop of Paris after being a scholastic, a man most devoted to the divine writings, nobly learned, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, transmitted his name by writing to posterity with such great glory that, down to the present day, the school of theologians everywhere, exercised in his little works, names and holds him as Master with singular veneration. For with sagacious study he wrote, from the sayings of the holy fathers, a commendable work: Sentences, three books. “Desiring something from.” On the whole Psalter, one book. “Since all the prophecies the Holy Spirit.” On all the letters of Paul, fourteen books. “The beginnings of things must be sought.” Various sermons, one book. He also composed not a few other things, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under Conrad III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1140.

Eckard, first abbot of the monastery of Saint Laurence which is called Aura, in the diocese of Würzburg, in the Bircinian Forest, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a German by nation, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and, among the Germans in his time, inferior to none of the learned in secular letters, excellent in verse and prose. He wrote little works not to be despised in reading, by which he displayed the liveliness of his intellect. Of these I have seen only an excellent work, put together in a double style in imitation of Boethius, very useful and necessary for the instruction and consolation of monks and of all the faithful who fear God, which he entitled: The Lantern of Monks, five books. He composed certain elegant sermons and various letters to different persons. He flourished under Conrad III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1130. In the middle

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 58: buried in the church of the aforesaid monastery.

Engelbert, abbot of the monastery of Admont, of the Order of Saint Benedict, German by nation, a man very studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and sufficiently instructed in the disciplines of secular letters, distinguished in talent and speech, and no less venerable in conduct than in learning, made his name known by writing and expounding various works, and both by word and by example did things by no means insignificant for the edification of his brothers. For he wrote:

Elegant sermons, one book. On Vices and Virtues, one book.

He also published several other things, which have by no means come to my knowledge.

Peter, priest of the church of Troyes, surnamed Comestor or Manducator, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and excellently taught in secular letters, practiced in verse and prose, wrote certain distinguished little works in both styles, whose authority has long since been approved by the Church through usage. He was called Comestor or Manducator because, by citing the authorities of the Scriptures rather frequently in his sermons and little works, he seemed, as it were, to have eaten them into [the belly?] of his memory. Among the other volumes of his talent he wrote a notable work addressed to William, archbishop of Sens, briefly and usefully explaining all the historical books of the Bible, which from usage is now entitled:

The Scholastic History, twenty books. “Of imperial majesty is ...”

In Praise of Saint Mary, one book. Sermons on the season, one book.

Sermons on the saints, one book. And very many other things. He flourished under Frederick, the first emperor, in the year of the Lord 1160.

Peter the Parisian dialectician, called Abelard, French by nation, a man most learned in secular philosophy and nobly instructed in the divine Scriptures, delighting in novelty of terms and attempting to search into things too high for him, overcome by glory, fell into several errors. Through the action of the holy abbot Bernard, he was condemned together with his depraved doctrines in the council of Sens. From this time secular philosophy began to defile sacred theology with its useless curiosity. This Peter wrote several little works, which, if he had not mixed errors into them, could have been of use to posterity. Of these there exists a volume shadowed over with dialectical obscurity, varied in many opinions, which he wished to entitle:

His Theology, one book. Know Thyself, one book. And certain other things. He flourished under Conrad, the third emperor, in the year of the Lord 1140.

Adelphus, abbot of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man skilled in the divine Scriptures through long practice, not ignorant of secular letters, an indefatigable cultivator of regular observance, so that by word and example he might show himself a useful shepherd to the sheep of Christ committed to him, is said to have fashioned several little works for their benefit, in which a rich vein of talent recommends ornate speech. Of these there exist elegant works:

Sermons to the brothers, one book. Against the Saracens, one book. The rest which he is said to have composed have not come to my knowledge.

William, abbot of Saint-Thierry, afterward, as is said, a monk of Clairvaux under the blessed father Bernard of the Cistercian Order, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and also distinguished by holiness of life and conduct, for that reason especially beloved by him, published little works not to be despised in reading. Of these few have come to my knowledge. He began to write, but, forestalled by death, did not finish:

The Life of Saint Bernard the Abbot, one book. “About to write the life of your servant ...”

The Mirror of Faith, one book. The Enigma of Faith, one book. Sentences of Faith, one book. To Theophilus, On the Nature of the Soul, one book.

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On Contemplating God, one book.

On the Nature and Dignity of Love, one book.

On the Sacrament of the Altar, one book.

Meditations for Novices, one book.

Against Peter Abelard, one book.

On the Song of Songs, incomplete, one book.

On Paul’s Epistle to the Romans, one book.

And certain other things. There are some who say that this William, while he was still abbot of Saint-Thierry, wrote that widely known letter to the Carthusians, whose beginning is: “To the brothers of Mont-Dieu, an eastern light ...”; it is ascribed by many to blessed Bernard. He flourished under Conrad, the third emperor, in the year of the Lord 1140. And after he had completed one book on the life of Bernard himself, he died; Arnold, abbot of Bonneval, added four other books to it.

Conrad, monk of the monastery of Hirsau on the borders of the Swabians, of the Order of Saint Benedict, German by nation, of the diocese of Speyer, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and very skilled in secular letters, [unclear] musician and distinguished poet, composed many splendid little works under the name Peregrinus; in these, the ornate arrangement of thought and the cultivation of graceful discourse show their author inferior to none of the ancients. Of these, only the following have come to my knowledge. A notable work of dialogues under the name of Peregrinus the priest and Theodora, a virgin consecrated to God, which he entitled:

The Mirror of Virgins: 8 books. “As I am about to confer with you, O Theodore...” On the Gospels [unclear]: 1 book. “Since in the letter of the Old Testament...” On his life and the fruit of death: 1 book. “Since every discourse of the divine page...” On the matricularii: 1 book. “Since it is manifest to the world...” On the Praises of St. Benedict, in verse: 1 book. “Like light from the sun of virtues...” Didascalon: 1 book. “Since I see that you have long been at leisure...” On music and tones: 1 book. “Music is [unclear] of a certain [unclear]...” Of the rest I have seen nothing. There was another declaimer of the Order of Preachers, who, according to the custom of the moderns, composed sermons for the people under the name Peregrinus, much inferior to ours in eloquence and later than he in time. But whatever Conrad wrote in this way echoes Ciceronian eloquence, which the other could not do.

He flourished under Conrad III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1140.

Arnold, abbot of Bonneval, of the Cistercian order, once a very close friend of the blessed abbot Bernard, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant also of secular writings, ready in talent and clear in eloquence, and no less distinguished in conduct than in doctrine, made his name known to posterity by writing. For when William, abbot of Saint-Thierry, died and left unfinished the work on the life of Saint Bernard, and when that saint himself also was already holding the heavenly realms, Arnold wrote and completed:

Life of Saint Bernard: 4 books. “The deeds of illustrious men do not...”

And some letters. He flourished under Frederick I, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1160.

Richard, monk of Cluny, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and, by everyone’s report, most learned in secular letters in his time, subtle in talent and eloquent in speech, who, by writing and composing various treatises, transmitted his name with great glory to the knowledge of posterity. I do not recall that any of them have so far come into my hands. Yet his notable and famous work is reported:

Histories of the Times: 1 book. Letters to various persons: 1 book.

He flourished in the times of Frederick I, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1160.

Anfredus of Auxerre, monk of the Cistercian order, once a hearer and disciple of Peter Abelard, but, lest he should also become an imitator of his error, betook himself to the instruction of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux; under his discipleship, distinguished in doctrine and religion, he composed little works of reading not to be despised, by which he also made his name known to posterity:

Against Peter Abelard: 1 book. On the Apocalypse of John: 1 book. Letters to various persons: 1 book.

He flourished in the times of Frederick I, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1160.

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Peter, cleric of the church of Reims, called de Riga, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, and among all the teachers of his time most learned in the sacred letters, a notable grammarian and philosopher, excellent in verse and prose. He wrote not a few volumes in both styles, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these I have seen his notable metrical work on the Bible, which he entitled Aurora, as follows:

On Genesis: 1 book. “In the beginning, the world and what things in the beginning...” On Exodus: 1 book. “These twelve first [unclear]...” On Leviticus: 1 book. “But the voice of the Lord [to] Moses...” On Numbers: 1 book. “God addresses Moses and...” On Deuteronomy: 1 book. “These are the words of God by which...” On Joshua: 1 book. “After Moses, Joshua [unclear] the people...” On Judges: 1 book. “The Hebrew sins, says the Scripture...” On Ruth: 1 book. “Peter’s style hastens to Ruth...” On Kings: 3 books. “Dwelling on Mount Ephraim...” On the Song of Songs: 1 book. “Origen alone, with the learned...” On the Fourth Book of Kings: 1 book. “King Solomon reigned...” On Daniel: 1 book. “[unclear] the king, subjects to himself...” On Tobit: 1 book. “Whoever reads the history of Tobit...” On Job: 2 books. “Some attribute the book of Job to Moses...” On the Book of Judith: 1 book. “Eustochium, favoring Paula...” On the Book of Esther: 1 book. “All the way to the Ethiopians, who...” On the Books of Maccabees: 1 book. “Great Alexander, who...” On the Gospel History: 1 book. “Herod shone with the right of kings...” On the Acts of the Apostles: 1 book. “In the nineteenth year of Tiberius’ reign...” Recapitulations: 1 book. “These things concerning the new and old law...” On Grammar: 1 book.

He published many other works besides, which have not come to my knowledge. In the aforesaid little works he expounded the historical books of the Bible with marvelous brevity, and, carefully observing the law of meter, he explained each item in its historical and allegorical sense.

Joachim, abbot of the monastery of Fiore, of the Order of Saint Benedict, originally from Calabria: a man studious and practiced in the divine Scriptures, who, since he was regarded in his time as a prophet, also attempted to predict future events. But it would seem to me, speaking without prejudice to his own opinion or that of his followers, that he spoke more from conjectures drawn from Scripture than prophetically. For, to pass over the rest for the moment, he dreamed that the emperor Frederick III would be a future enemy of the Church; yet we all know that, right up to his death, he remained peaceful, subject to the Roman pontiff and faithful. He wrote a number of little works in clear language, in almost all of which he was accustomed to mingle, as if future and foreclosed, [unclear].

On Jeremiah the prophet: 1 book. On Daniel the prophet: 1 book. On the Gospel of John: 1 book. On the Apocalypse of John: 8 books. To Henry VI: 1 book. “You piously ask that something be explained.” On the Seven Seals: 1 book. “The first synagogical time.” The Psalter of Ten Strings: 2 books. The Book of Concord: [unclear] book(s). On the Fifteen Pontiffs: [unclear] book(s). On Future Times: [unclear] book(s). Letters to various persons: [unclear] book(s).

He also published many other works, especially against the Jews and other adversaries of the Catholic faith, which have not come into our hands. But the treatise which he wrote against Peter Lombard, bishop of Paris, was condemned in a general council, as is clear at the beginning of the Decretals, “We condemn.” He flourished under Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Rui, of the fathers of Benedict, a Frenchman by nationality, a man practiced by constant study in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular disciplines, distinguished in talent and clear in eloquence, wrote several little works of his own genius, by which his name became known to posterity. Of these I have seen only the notable History of the deeds done in the Holy Land by Christians in the time of Urban II against the infidels: [unclear] book(s). “Among all the historiographers.”

I have seen nothing of the others. He flourished under Henry V, in the year of the Lord 1120.

Osuida, a noble woman born in Saxony, a nun in the monastery of Gandersheim, which is not far from Hildesheim, was distinguished by wondrous talent and learning. For the sacred virgins, exhorting them to chastity and continence, she wrote in Latin:

Six comedies. “The one hope of the world,” etc. A panegyric on the deeds of the Ottos, in hexameter verse. Also the Passion of Saint Dionysius in elegiac verse. Also, on Saint Gangolf and other saints, several works.

She also had knowledge of the Greek language. She was a contemporary of John the Englishman, who by her learning deserved the papacy.

Dudechinus, priest of the church in Langenstein, a German by nationality, a man learned in the holy Scriptures through long practice and sufficiently instructed in the disciplines of secular letters, for the hope of eternal reward set out with many others under the emperor Conrad III for Jerusalem. In frequent naval battles with the Saracens, he shone forth with great devotion and constancy for the faith of Christ. After he returned to his homeland, at the request of Cuno, abbot of Mount Saint Disibod, then of our order, he wrote, in sufficiently elegant discourse and in the form of an epistle or little book, the History of that same pilgrimage: [unclear] book(s). Letters to various persons: [unclear] book(s). And certain other works. He flourished under the emperor Conrad III, in the year of the Lord 1140.

Rupert, bishop of Lincoln, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and, in the disciplines of secular letters, the most skilled of all the learned men of his time; a philosopher, astronomer, and notable calculator; easily the foremost theologian of his time; subtle in talent and distinguished in eloquence, transmitted his name with glory to posterity by writing many and various works. Of his little works few have come into our hands. The following, however, are reported:

Summa of Theology: [unclear] book(s). On the Books of Dionysius: [unclear] book(s). A Summa which is called Numerical: [unclear] book(s). On the Celestial Sphere: [unclear] book(s). On Ecclesiastical Computation: [unclear] book(s). A beautiful Calendar: [unclear] book(s).

He published many other works besides, which have not come to my knowledge.

John, bishop of Chartres, a native of Salisbury, formerly clerk and disciple of blessed Thomas, archbishop of Canterbury: a man learned in the divine writings, nobly instructed in secular letters, subtle in talent, eloquent in speech, composed with fair grace, excellent in verse and prose, and no less religious

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 60

nor venerable in learning. He wrote many excellent volumes, by which he made his name known to posterity, but few of them have come into our hands. I have read the distinguished work On the Trifles of Courtiers and Philosophers, which he wished to entitle Polycraticon, in eight books, “Most delightful, then, in many things.” Penitential, one book, “Since the mercies of the Lord are.” Life of Saint Thomas the Archbishop, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. He flourished under Frederick, the first emperor, in the year of the Lord 1140.

Petrus Blesensis, archdeacon of Bath, the close friend of the aforesaid bishop Iohannes Carnotensis, to whom he dictated some letters, was a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, and also exceptionally learned in secular letters; acute and forceful in talent, he knew how not to flatter the vices of princes and prelates, but to rebuke them. On account of his learning and the integrity of his life he was held in esteem among kings, princes, and bishops. He wrote many little works, among which these are reported: On Christian Friendship, one book, “Because true things have been diminished.” On Salutary Penance, one book, “You asked me that I might [write] something for you.” On Hastening the Passage, one book, “Who will give water to my head?” On the Quality of Penance, one book, “The excessive austerity of your severity.” “You are divided and your heart.” Against the Depraver, one book, “Your little exhortation.” Letters, 184 in number, in two books, “Most urgently elected, reverend father.” And On the Office of a Bishop, one book, “As often as I recall the words.” On the Danger of Prelates, one book, “I give thanks to your grace, since.” On the Life of Clerics of the Court, one book, “Asked by you, bishop.” Letters of Fortune, two books. He also wrote many other things. He flourished under Frederick, the first emperor, in the year of the Lord 1160.

Alexander, the third pope, a Sienese by origin, after Adrian IV sat in the chair of Peter for twenty-one years. He was a learned and energetic man, who endured many injuries from the emperor Frederick; while he resolutely crushed the three antipopes raised up by him against himself, and at last overcame the emperor himself. As a sign of his subjection, he trampled his neck with his foot, saying: “It is written: You shall walk upon the asp and the basilisk, and you shall trample the lion and the dragon.” He wrote elegant letters to various persons, one book; and On Ecclesiastical Power, one book; and certain other things. He died in the times of Frederick, the first emperor, in the year of the Lord 1181, in the fourteenth indiction.

Crisolanus, archbishop of the church of Milan, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly learned in secular letters, distinguished in Greek and Latin eloquence, produced certain works of great authority, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. None of these has come into our hands. There is reported to be his Against the Greeks [unclear], one book; On the Holy Trinity, one book; letters, sermons, and other various treatises, which are unknown to me.

Hugo Eterianus, a Tuscan by nation, easily the most learned in the Scriptures among all learned men of his time, and exceptionally learned in secular letters, a most eloquent philosopher and rhetorician, perfectly instructed in Greek and Latin speech, whom all Greece admired as he wrote, most subtle in talent and second to none as a disputant. He wrote many excellent volumes both in Greek and in Latin, by which he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. Of these I have found only a certain work, brief indeed, but not to be despised, on the heresies which the Greeks heap upon the Latins, addressed to Cardinal Ardoinus, one book, “Your diligent prudence.” On the Immortal God, one book.

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Concerning the rest I have found nothing.

He flourished in the times of Manuel, emperor of Constantinople, with whom he was of great authority, under Frederick, the first Roman Augustus, and Pope Alexander IV, in the year of the Lord 1160.

Christianus, archchancellor of Frederick, the first emperor, German by nation, a man most learned in secular literature, eloquent and industrious, whom the Italians admired when he spoke in his own time, also not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, whom Leo the Tuscan, notary of Manuel, emperor of the Greeks, extols with praises. He wrote certain excellent little works of his talent, of which there are extant:

The Deeds and Life of Frederick, the first emperor.

Of Various Letters, one book.

Certain Speeches, and other things.

He flourished under the same Frederick I, in the year of the Lord 1170.

Leo, Tuscan by nation, chief interpreter of the imperial letters under Manuel, prince of the Greeks, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, an excellent cultivator of secular letters, skilled in Greek and Latin speech. His office was to translate letters sent to the emperor, or to be sent to others, from one language into another. He published certain excellent volumes, and also transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these I have read only the distinguished work which he entitled:

On the Transgressions of the Greeks, two books: The intolerable [unclear] of the Greeks.

Against the Errors of the Greeks, one book.

He flourished at Constantinople in the times of Frederick, the first emperor, and Pope Alexander III, in the year of the Lord 1170.

John, archdeacon of a certain church of Horit[unclear], a man learned in the divine writings, not ignorant of secular letters, skilled in Greek and Latin speech, outstanding in talent, distinguished in eloquence. He wrote certain little works, not to be despised, for the edification of the faithful, by which he made his name known. Of these there is extant a distinguished and excellent work addressed to Stephen, a certain royal notary, against the Greeks:

On the Procession of the Holy Spirit, one book: Many things of the Greeks in rounded [unclear].

Also various letters.

But he is said to have written certain other things, which have not come into our hands.

Odefridus of Viterbo, priest, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, outstanding in talent, distinguished, practiced in verse and prose. He wrote little works of reading not to be despised, by which he left the memory of himself to posterity. Of these there is extant a large volume addressed to Pope Urban III, in verse mixed with prose composition, on the beginning of the world, on the whole Old and New Testament, on the ages of the world, the times, deeds, and all histories, which he entitled:

Pantheon, eighteen books: On the beginning of the world.

Concerning the others I have seen nothing. He flourished under Frederick, the first emperor, and Henry his son, in the year of the Lord 1185.

Eckebertus, second abbot of the monastery of Saint Florin, of the order of the divine father Benedict, in the diocese of Trier, German by nation, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, no less venerable in conduct than in knowledge, was the brother of the blessed virgin Heliçabet, abbess of Schönau. He had formerly been a canon of the church of Bonn; called by his holy sister to Schönau, he first became a monk, and then was made abbot. He wrote little works of reading not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these I have found the following:

Against Heresies, one book: The prophets had long ago [unclear] times.

On the Beginning of the Gospel of John, one book: The mysteries of the divine word.

On the Magnificat, one book: The Spirit of the Lord is upon you, Mary.

On “The Angel Was Sent,” one book: The Gospel sermon [unclear].

For Virgins Consecrated to God.

On the Death of His Sister, one book: A word is to me for you, O king.

Meditations, one book.

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Sermons through the year, one book: “There shall be signs,” etc., the Advent of the Lord.

Praises of the Savior, one book. For he was a distinguished declaimer--

Letters to various persons, one book. --an outstanding declaimer, learned and eloquent, so much so that in a single disputation he overcame a certain heretic whom no one could refute.

He also published some other works, which have not come to my knowledge. For he was an outstanding declaimer, learned and eloquent, so much so that in a single disputation he overcame a certain heretic whom no one could refute. He flourished in the aforesaid monastery of Saint Florinus, which is called Schonau, in the diocese of Trier, under Emperor Frederick I, in the year 1160, and on account of his religion and learning he was held in esteem.

Elizabeth, nun and abbess of the sisters of the monastery of Schonau of the Order of Saint Benedict--for there are two monasteries, one of monks, the other of nuns, situated at the edge of the diocese of Trier, not far from the Rhine, in the Hircinian forest--sister of the above-mentioned Abbot Eckbert, was a virgin of most holy conduct, who had received many revelations from God and committed them to writing for the edification of posterity. Of these I have read the following:

The Way of God, a useful work, one book: “It happened at the beginning of the fifth.”

On the Eleven Thousand Virgins of Cologne, one book: “To you who [have] pious affections.”

Various Revelations, one book: “All who are going to read.”

To her brother Eckbert, one book: “You ask me, brother, for this.”

Letters to various persons, one book: “From the bishopric of Metz concerning the abbot.”

To Saint Hildegard, one book, and other similar works.

She died under Emperor Frederick I, in the year of the Lord 1165, in the thirteenth indiction, in the thirty-sixth year of her age, the twenty-fourth of her conversion, and the thirteenth of the vision of the heavenly splendor, on the fourteenth day before the Kalends of July. She was buried in the church of the monks of Saint Florinus, in the middle of the choir.

Hildegard, abbess of the monastery of Saint Rupert the Confessor opposite the town of Bingen, on the other side of the river Nahe, in the diocese of Mainz, of the Order of the divine father Benedict, German by nation, from the county of Sponheim, formerly a disciple of the blessed virgin Jutta, sister of Count Megenhard of Sponheim, our founder, was a virgin of most holy conduct, illumined from her childhood by divine revelations. Her life, confirmed by many miracles, spread the fragrance of her holiness into distant regions, so much so that the Roman pontiffs Eugenius III, Anastasius IV, Hadrian IV, and Alexander III, after the writings of her little work had been read publicly before all, approved them, and again strengthened her by letters so that she should persevere in the undertaking she had begun. Moreover, all that she wrote she learned from divine revelation. Among these works are the following:

On the Rule of Saint Benedict, one book: “And I, a poor little woman.”

Thirty Questions, one book: “Charity which with abstinence.”

Life of Saint Rupert the Confessor, one book: “For as in the true vision.”

Life of Saint Disibod the Bishop, one book: “In a mystical vision,” etc.

Fifty-eight Homilies on the Gospels, one book: “A certain man who [unclear].”

On the Sacrament of the Altar, one book: “In the vision which [unclear] of my soul.”

Scivias, a large volume, one book: “I, a poor little form.”

The Life of Merits, three books: “O crowds of men being born.”

Simple Medicine, one book: “And it happened in the sixth year after.”

Divine Works, one book: “He who was, who is, and who.”

To the People of Cologne, one book: “I, a poor little [unclear] form.”

An Exhortation of Secular Persons, one book: “O crowds of men being born.”

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To her sisters: book 1. “O daughters, what footsteps of Christ...”

To the grey monks: book 2. “I, a poor little woman, in bed...”

Various poems: book 3. “Who are these who like clouds...”

To Saint Bernard: letters 4. “In the spirit of the mysteries of God...”

Letters to various persons, 135: book 5. “O gentle father, I, a poor little woman...”

She also wrote other things.

In all her little works Catholic doctrine shines forth, which either confirms faith or instructs morals; nor did she ever say or write anything that could be called into doubt. And although she was ignorant of the Latin tongue, nevertheless, by revelation of the Spirit of God, she dictated everything in Latin and fittingly, with notaries taking it down. We have seen many letters of Conrad III and Frederick I, emperors, and of the bishops of Mainz, Trier, Cologne, Bremen, Jerusalem, and almost innumerable others, who, moved by the fame of her sanctity and revelations from diverse regions of the world, commended themselves in writing to her prayers and sought answers to various questions. She died under Frederick, the first emperor, in the year of the Lord 1180, in the eighty-second year of her age, in the thirteenth indiction, on the fifteenth day before the Kalends of October.

[unclear] Hilbert, patriarch of Jerusalem, a learned and most holy man, who gave a rule to the Carmelite brothers while they were still dwelling in the Holy Land, which those same brothers, now established in Europe, profess everywhere after it had been modified and approved by the Apostolic See, at the request of Pope Innocent III described in lucid and truthful discourse:

The state of the Holy Land: book 1.

The rule of the Carmelites: book 1.

He flourished under Emperor Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1190.

[unclear] Innocent, Pope III, by nation a Campanian, formerly called Lotharius, after Celestine, the third pontiff, presided over the Church for eighteen years: a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, since from his boyhood he had devoted himself to letters in the school of Paris, and in life he proved no less upright than learned. He left not a few little works of his talent. Of these, under the name of Lotharius the Levite, or also of Pope Innocent, the following are current:

On the utility of the human condition: books 3. “Why from the womb of the mother...”

On the seven penitential psalms: book 1. “There are chiefly three things in which...”

On the office of the Mass: book 1.

On the cloister of the soul: book 1.

The old decretals: book 1.

Several sermons: book 1.

Letters to various persons: book 1.

He flourished at the time of the discord that was between Philip, brother of Henry, and Otto, duke of Saxony, in the year of the Lord 1200.

[unclear] William of Auxerre, as they say a bishop, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, ascending the theological chair in the school of Paris, shone with renown for a long time, and among all the doctors of that time was celebrated with the greatest fame and reputation. He wrote a very distinguished and useful volume, or:

A Summa of Theology: book 1. “As the Apostle says: Faith...”

On the divine offices: book 1.

He is said to have written many other things also, which have not come to my knowledge.

[unclear] Cyril, priest and monk of Mount Carmel, and third prior general of the same order, by nation, as they say, a Greek, a holy man and illumined by a prophetic spirit, to whom almighty God is said to have disclosed his will by angelic ministry

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 62, it is said: while he is honored with silver tablets written by the finger of God. He wrote, among other little works of his talent, to Abbot Joachim: On the Angelic Oracle, whose prologue begins thus: “To the house of the whole of divine wisdom.” The oracle itself begins thus, book one: “In the time of the years of Christ.” On the Progress of His Order, one book. Many letters to various persons. He flourished under Philip and Otto, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Helinandus, monk of Froidmont, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures through long practice, and nobly instructed in secular letters, sharp in intellect and eloquent in speech, appeared not least among the ecclesiastical doctors of his time because of the excellence of his learning and the integrity of his life. For he wrote several little works, by which he gave his name to immortality. Of these the following are reported: from the beginning of the world down to his own age, a great and notable volume of histories, forty-eight books; Lamentations and [unclear]; On the Restoration of the Fallen, one book; many sermons, one book; letters to various persons, one book; and many other things. He flourished under Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Albertus, a monk of the Cistercian order and afterwards abbot of a certain monastery, a man studious in the divine Scriptures and exceptionally learned, subtle in intellect and clear in speech, after the death of the holy abbot Bernard wrote, where he had left off, namely from that place, “On my bed by night,” down to the end, forty-six subtle and most elegant sermons on the Song of Songs, one book. “Varied are the feelings of lovers.” And certain other things. He flourished under Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Aelred, abbot of a certain monastery of the Cistercian order, a man exercised by constant study in the holy Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular philosophy, gentle in disposition, sweet in speech, outstanding in devotion. He wrote some little works for the benefit of his brothers, by which he both profited them and transmitted knowledge of his name to posterity. Among these there is extant a little work of great usefulness to religious men, filled with spiritual sayings, which he entitled The Mirror of Charity, one book, homily one: “When Jesus was twelve years old.” And other things which I have not seen. He flourished in the times of Henry VI, around the year of the Lord 1200.

Mauricius, bishop of Paris, very studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and nobly instructed in secular philosophy, inasmuch as before his episcopate he taught theology gloriously for many years at Paris; subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech; in delivering sermons to the people he was of excellent study. He is reported to have composed certain distinguished little works, by which he made his name known to posterity. Among these are reported, throughout the cycle of the whole year, both for Sundays and for feast days: Sermons to the People, two books; On the Care of Souls, to Priests, one book. But the other things which he is said to have written have not come to my knowledge. He flourished in the times of Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1190.

Papias, a Lombard by nation, a man most learned in secular letters, the most famous grammarian of all in his time, fully [unclear] in Greek and Latin speech

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well instructed; also not moderately practiced in the divine Scriptures. He wrote, in a twofold style in both literatures, certain distinguished little works, of which a few have come to my knowledge.

On the order of speaking, one book. [unclear] I found in this book. On a word of the Latin language, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. Of the rest I have found nothing.

He flourished in the times of Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1200.

John Beleth, once a distinguished theologian of the Paris school, learned in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently instructed in secular philosophy, ready in talent, scholastic in speech, not unknown among the doctors of his time, brought his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity by writing and disputing. For he wrote a not useless:

Summa on the divine offices, one book. In the primitive Church. Also various sermons, one book.

He is said to have written besides not a few other things, but they have not come to my knowledge.

Theoderic, abbot of the Order of Saint Benedict, a German by nation, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, no less distinguished in conduct than in knowledge, is reported to have composed some little works. Of these I have seen only, addressed to certain abbots:

Life of Saint Hildegard, four books. In the Roman commonwealth. And certain letters.

He flourished under Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Werner, otherwise Irnerius, an illustrious and notable man, professor and most renowned interpreter of civil law and an excellent cultivator of the other humane letters, who was deservedly called the lamp of the law, because he was the first to expound civil law with glosses and, without example before him, gave to others an example of illuminating the law. And from this time professors of both laws always flourished in abundance and began to explain the volumes of his instruction down to the present day. He taught in both, at Rome as well as at Bologna, for a long time; there he had very many and excellent disciples, who by their learning spread the fame and glory of their master. His glosses and outstanding monuments on the laws are extant, very well known among professors of this field.

He flourished in the times of Henry VI, in the year 1200.

Peter, abbot of Cluny, of the Order of Saint Benedict, a man learned in the divine Scriptures by constant practice, gentle in talent, sweet and composed in speech, and sufficiently capable of persuasion, devout and praiseworthy in conduct, and a distinguished zealot for regular observance, making his name known to posterity by writing, composed certain devout little works for the benefit of readers. Of these the following are reported:

Revelations of many, one book. He received the letters of your affection. On eremitic life, one book. Letters to various persons, one book.

He also published some other works, which have not yet come to my knowledge.

Peter Cantor of Paris, and afterward, as they report, a bishop, a man most deeply learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular philosophy, presided gloriously for many years over the theological school at Paris and instructed many excellent disciples. He also wrote certain outstanding little works, of which I remember that a few have come into our hands. The volume entitled:

The Abbreviated Word, one book. He made the abbreviated word. Another book of distinctions, one book. Abel is called the beginning of the Church. Grammar of the theologians, one book. Various sermons, one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 63

On certain miracles, one book.

On the sacraments also, three books: "The people went about and gathered."

He flourished in the times of Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Pileus of Modena, professor of both laws and a very celebrated interpreter, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, renowned in learning and cautious in counsel, held in the highest esteem among the older jurists, by writing and teaching various things in that faculty transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Of his little works there is found a certain notable and not to be despised summa, which he entitled:

On the order of trials, one book: "When the name of Christ has been invoked, the matter..."

But concerning the rest that he wrote, nothing has come to my knowledge.

Johannes Bosianus, by origin a Cremonese, a very famous expounder of the laws, teacher of Azo of Bologna, the most renowned jurisconsult, a man of great learning and reputation, who appeared first among the expositors of law, and by his example gave many both the spirit and the form of study. He is reported to have written in that faculty certain distinguished little works, by which he gave his name to immortality. Of these there survives a brief summa on the Pandects, which is entitled:

Ventosa, one book.

Lecture on the Code, nine books.

And certain other things. He flourished under Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Stephen the Englishman, once the ornament and rector of the school of Paris, studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and in Aristotelian philosophy second to none in his time, taught theology gloriously for many years, and was the first to begin to expound sacred Scripture inwardly and morally. From this arose the custom that masters of theology should open the divine books more clearly to their disciples in the schools by their lectures. This Stephen, as I have learned, wrote the following little works:

On the five books of Moses, five books.

On Joshua, one book.

On the book of Judges also, one book.

On Kings also, three books.

On the twelve minor prophets, twelve books.

He published besides many other things, which have not yet come to my knowledge.

He flourished around the times of the rule of King Henry VI, but the fifth emperor crowned by the pope, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Bagorotus, distinguished professor of both laws and very celebrated interpreter, not ignorant also of other secular letters, whose authority among the old jurists was not small, on account of his excellent talent for teaching, and by his zeal for writing also made his name known to posterity. Of his little works there survives a notable summa which he entitled:

Of cavillations, one book: "Since it becomes dangerous for me."

On the order of trials, one book: "By the prayers and insistence."

He is said to have written several other things besides, but they have not come to my knowledge.

Placentinus, an Italian by nation, cultivator and very celebrated expounder of both laws, attained great glory at Montpellier by teaching and writing; he once held a place among the chief doctors among the professors of this art, because of certain highly commended volumes which he composed. Among these, among other things, are said to be:

A summa of trials, one book: "When I was at Mantua."

On the Code also, nine books. I have found nothing concerning the others. He flourished in the times of Henry VI, in the year of the Lord 1200.

Rofredus, by origin a Beneventan, a very renowned doctor in both laws, subtle in intellect, composed in speech after the scholastic manner, sufficiently capable, through long practice, of resolving doubts and questions of law, wrote in that faculty for students little works not to be despised, by which he consecrated his name and reputation to immortality. Yet of these we have been able to find only a few, which we have also set down: a useful volume containing:

Questions of civil law, one book: "If I were to consider my talent."

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[…] Questions of canon law: 1 book. ["On all actions."] A Summa of law: 1 book. Whatever more he published has not as yet come to my knowledge.

Peter, archbishop of Sens, erudite by continual study in the divine Scriptures, rich in the reading of the ancients, and moreover nobly learned in secular letters, subtle in talent, renowned in eloquence: he wrote little works of no small usefulness, by which he both cultivated his own talent and prepared material for the edification of others. He wrote very subtly, with the sentences of the fathers appended: On all the Epistles of Paul: 14 books. Also various sermons: book. He diligently expounded also various books of the Bible, and is said to have written other various useful treatises, which have not come to my knowledge.

[Az]o, an Italian by nation, drawing the origin of [his] life from the city of Bologna, once hearer and disciple of John Bassiani of Cremona, a most learned man; a most famous interpreter of the civil law, a fountain of laws, an abundance of words, a lamp of law, who by his learning, erudition, [and] knowledge easily excels all the jurists who preceded him; he published many little works pertaining to the civil law, by which he acquired immortal praise [and] glory: A notable Summa of law: 1 book. On the Old Digest: 24 books. On the Code also: 9 books. Besides, he composed excellent apparatus on the laws, appended additions to several summas, and wrote various [things] which are not unknown to learned jurists. He flourished in the times of Frederick II, emperor, in the year 1230. And he left after him many distinguished disciples.

Giles de Fuscariis, a citizen of Bologna, a man most learned in canon law, nobly erudite as much in the imperial laws as in the other disciplines of humanity, subtle in talent, renowned in eloquence, a doctor of great authority among the ancient professors of this faculty. He wrote certain illustrious volumes in that discipline, of which I have seen only: On the order of judgments: 5 books. ["In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, I, Giles…"] On the office of the Notary: 1 book. ["[illegible]…"] Questions of law. The rest which he composed have as yet by no means come into our hands.

Francis, prince [and] founder of the order of Minors, an Italian by nation, sprung from Assisi, a city of Italy, a man of most holy conversation, a most ardent follower of evangelical poverty, who by word [and] example turned many from iniquity [and] directed [them] into the way of catholic justice; he was so great a lover of Christ that, in contempt of the world, he scarcely had an equal in any transitory consolation. In whose order many most learned men have thereafter become illustrious [the remainder of the page is illegible].

ON ECCLESIASTICAL WRITERS. Fol. 64.

William, monk of the monastery of the divine martyr Dionysius [Saint-Denis] at Paris, of the order of Saint Benedict, a Gaul by nation, a man skilled by continual study in the divine Scriptures, and excellently learned in the disciplines of secular letters, renowned in talent and eloquence, and a distinguished knower of [his] time, transmitted his name to the notice of posterity by writing and teaching various [things]. Of these there is extant: A volume of Histories: 3 books. And several letters to various [persons]: 1 book. He is reported to have published commentaries on the divine Scriptures, which I have not yet seen.

[Jacobus] de Vitriaco, bishop of Acre, and afterwards cardinal of the most holy Roman Church, bishop of Tusculum: a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not unacquainted with secular letters; distinguished in morals and life. In declaiming sermons to the people he was of excellent talent, and, gloriously preaching the cross against the Albigensian heretics, he marked many of the faithful against them by apostolic authority. He wrote little works not unworthy of reading, by which he made his name known to posterity:

The Oriental History, 1 book. The Life of Mary of Oignies, 3 books. Against the Saracens, 1 book. On the Holy Women of Liège, 1 book. Letters to Various Persons, 1 book.

In addition he composed some other things which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under the emperor Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1220.

Bonaguida of Arezzo, a man most learned in both laws in his time, of great authority among the old [teachers?] of this faculty, subtle in talent and clear in speech. He wrote, for the use of students of law, certain distinguished volumes, by which he made himself both useful to those then living and known to those to come. Of these there is extant a notable summa, which he entitled:

Introduction to Advocates, 2 books. “Since the office of advocacy ...” The Pearl of Law, 1 book. “After the discovery of knowledge ...” Declarations of Various Cases.

But he is also said to have composed certain other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

Petrus de Vineis, German by nation, secretary and chancellor of the emperor Frederick II: a learned and eloquent man, but especially reprehensible in this, that, adhering to the same Frederick and favoring him, he foolishly barked against the Roman Church. By him at last he was worthily rewarded, when in certain matters he had offended him, being deprived of the light together with his eyes. He wrote certain little works of his talent; of these I have found only:

Letters [explona?] of the Emperor, 6 books. “The pontiffs gathered ...” On Imperial Power, 1 book.

He flourished in the times of the same Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1230.

Antonius, called of Padua, but Spanish by nation, born from the city of Lisbon, of the Order of Minors and a disciple of blessed Francis: a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, since before his entry into the order he taught theology gloriously for a long time at Toulouse, Bologna, and Padua, and left distinguished disciples after him. He was of such holiness that he shone with many miracles both living and dead. He was an exceedingly excellent preacher, so that the supreme pontiff saw fit to call him the Ark of the Covenant, and Saint Francis was accustomed to call him his bishop. Among the other little works of his talent he wrote very elegant and most ardent:

Sermons for the Season, 2 books. “There shall be signs,” etc.; “Isaiah says ...” Certain Sermons on the Saints, 1 book.

He flourished in the times of the emperor Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1230. And because of the frequency of his miracles after death he was immediately enrolled by Pope Gregory IX, together with the saints of the Lord Dominic and Elizabeth, landgravine of Thuringia, in the catalogue of the saints.

BOOK.

Jordan, of the order of Preachers—after Saint Dominic, as they say, master general—a Teuton by nation, a man exercised and sufficiently erudite in the divine Scriptures, a distinguished preacher of the word of God, and venerable no less for sanctity than for knowledge; by his example and mellifluous teaching he instructed many unto piety. He is reported to have written some little works, the reading of which is judged not useless to preachers and devout brothers. Of these they report, [composed] from [his] office of priorate, to the brothers of his order: Several exhortatory letters: 1 book. Sermons to the people: 1 book. On the institution of the order: 1 book. He flourished under Frederick II, emperor, at the same time as also blessed Dominic, in the year of the Lord 1220.

Ubertus de Bobio, professor of both laws and a most sagacious interpreter, subtle in talent and luminous in scholastic eloquence, who among the ancient professors of this science was held among the principal doctors, transmitted his name with glory to the notice of posterity by teaching and writing, giving to the rest an example of learning and an aid to progress. For he wrote a notable Summa which he entitled: On the order of judgments: 1 book. ["Because the piety of the paternal name…"] Questions and determinations: And not a few others, which, however, have by no means come into our hands.

Bernard Dorna, a Provençal by nation, once hearer and disciple of Azo of Bologna, a most renowned man, a most learned professor and interpreter of both laws, who, provoked by the example of his most erudite teacher, accommodating himself wholly to letters, wrote various little works, by which he dedicated his name to immortality. Of these there is extant a volume On the conceptions of [legal] bills: A distinguished [work]: 1 book. And others which I have not seen. He flourished in the times of Frederick II, emperor, in the year 1240.

Accursius, an Italian by nation, sprung from the city of Florence, once hearer and disciple of Azo, a man most skilled in both laws, and not meanly learned in the other disciplines of secular letters, subtle in talent and renowned in eloquence—how great his authority is at this time among the professors of law, no one even moderately learned is ignorant. He wrote many illustrious little works, and was the first to gloss the whole civil law: On the Old Digest: 24 books. On the New Digest: 12 books. On the Inforciatum Digest: 13 books. On the Code: 11 books. On the Institutes: 3 books. He published, besides, not a few others, which are most well known to the students of law. He flourished under Frederick II, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1240.

Ubertus de Bonacurso, an Italian by nation, a man skilled in both laws and not ignorant of secular philosophy, prompt in talent and open in eloquence, who among the ancient expounders of law was of no obscure repute. He composed in that faculty certain illustrious little works, of which I do not recall that any has come into our hands. But there is reported [as] his: On the preludes of cases: 1 book. ["When, by imperial mandate…"] And certain [things] on judgments. But we believe that both these and his other works are not unknown to skilled jurists.

Jo[hn]

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 65.

Sermons on the saints: 2 books.

He also published many other things which have not come to my knowledge. He wrote the said sermons for the cycle of the year: first, indeed, brief ones, briefly expounding the Gospel and Apostolic readings. Afterwards, however, he published other sermons, both on Sundays and on feast days, so very lengthy, adducing so many testimonies of the Scriptures, that they can scarcely be committed to memory; yet these have now in part lost their value as newer ones have come upon the scene.

Raymundus de Pennaforte, a Catalan by nation, or a provincial, of the Order of Preachers, the third master general, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, ready in talent, distinguished for knowledge of canon law, made his name immortal by writing various works; by his little works he bound the Church to himself as a perpetual debtor, if I may so speak. For at the command of Pope Gregory IX he compiled:

The Decretals of law: 5 books. “The peaceful king, by pious mercy...”

A Summa on cases: 3 books. “Since, as Jerome says, the second...”

The Constitutions of his order: 1 book.

And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1230.

Albertus Galioti, by homeland a Parmesan, professor and famous interpreter of canon laws, subtle in talent, cautious in counsel, scholastic in speech, who on account of his learning and experience in affairs was held among the foremost doctors by the old jurists, wrote certain little works in law not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity with immortal praise. Of these there is extant a summa:

The Pearl of Questions: 1 book. “Since I, Albertus Galioti...”

And Declarations of Judgments: 1 book.

And certain other diverse works, unknown to us, are possessed by various people.

Odofredus of Benevento, hearer of Azo of Bologna, afterwards teacher of Jacobus Baldewinus, a man most skilled in both laws, subtle in talent, clear in speech, who left many distinguished pupils after him, on account of his learning and erudition both in law and in other humane letters was held in great authority among the ancients. Many little works of his are reported, by which he made his name known to posterity:

On the Formation of Libelli: 1 book. “After the work of notarial practice...”

On Judicial Procedure: 1 book. “In the manner in which, Christ favoring...”

On the Art of the Notariate: 1 book.

And other things which I have not seen.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1230.

Johannes de Blanosco, a Burgundian by nation, a man most learned in both laws, sufficiently instructed in the precepts of secular philosophers, sharp and ready in talent, wrote in clear language little works not to be spurned by professors of this faculty; by these the fame of his name became known far and wide, both to those then present and to those who would come afterwards. Of these there is extant a volume of great usefulness, which he entitled:

On the Actions of Advocates: 1 book. “I, Johannes de Blano...”

And various questions.

The rest, however, which he composed, have by no means come to my knowledge.

Johannes by name, a German by nation, born from the city of Freiburg, bishop of Bosnia in Hungary, of the Order of Preachers, a man much practiced and learned in the divine Scriptures, excellently skilled in secular law and philosophy, who on account of his erudition and the holiness of his life had been taken from the order to the episcopate; afterwards abandoning it, he returned to his order. Appointed master general of the order after Raymundus, he did many good things. He wrote a notable

Summa for Confessors: 5 books. “Since the new [unclear] of doubts...”

And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1250. He was buried in his own convent at Strasbourg, once, as they say, resplendent with many miracles.

Innocent, Pope IV, formerly called Sinibaldus, an Italian by nation, from the city of Genoa, sat in the pontificate after Celestine IV for eleven years. He was a man most learned in Holy Scripture and in law, a lover of religious, who held the general Council of Lyon, in which, with the consent of the fathers, he deposed Frederick from the empire; he made many statutes for the utility of the Church. He likewise wrote certain distinguished little works, on account of whose publication he is worthily numbered among ecclesiastical writers, and is to be transmitted with them to the knowledge of posterity.

Against Peter de Vinea.

On ecclesiastical power, one book.

An apparatus on the Decretals, five books. It begins: In Ezekiel [unclear].

The form of life of the Order of Sisters.

The rule of the Poor Clares, one book.

Authentics also, one book.

Letters to various persons, one book.

And certain other things.

He flourished under Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1250.

Rolandinus de Romanciis, a professor of both laws, a very celebrated interpreter, and nobly learned in secular philosophy, who among the old jurists was not among the least. He wrote in that faculty certain distinguished little works, by which he transmits his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Of these I have found only a summa: On the order of crimes, one book. It begins: A little book.

Determinations of questions.

The other works which he is said to have composed have not come to my knowledge.

Bernard, a priest of Compostela, a familiar of Pope Innocent IV, wrote in law certain distinguished little works, which in these times are held in great authority among jurists. Of them I have been able to find a few, namely, a notable apparatus:

On the Decretals, five books. In the beginning of this book [unclear]. The peace-making king, with pious [unclear].

Cases of the Decretals, five books.

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1250.

Guido de Suzaria, a doctor most expert in law, sufficiently instructed in the other disciplines of secular philosophy, subtle and ready in intellect, cautious in counsel, whose authority was great among the old experts in these matters. He is said to have fashioned certain distinguished little works in law, among which there is extant a notable summa which he entitled:

On the actions of cases, one book. On the ordering of cases.

Various declarations also.

And very many other things, which have not yet come into our hands.

Bartholomaeus Brixianus, a professor of canon law, a most learned interpreter, and learned in the other branches of secular letters, subtle in intellect and eloquent in speech, wrote various distinguished little works both in law and on other matters, by which he gave his name to immortality. Of these the following are reported:

A repertory of the Decretum, three books. Since, with the old men supporting [unclear].

Disputations on the Decretals, five books.

Chronicle of Italy, one book.

Letters to various persons, one book.

And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1240.

Johannes de Deo, professor of both laws, an outstanding expounder, and in di-

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...sufficiently learned in the disciplines of philosophy; subtle in intellect; scholastic in speech; who among the ancients was of great authority. He wrote many and various little works in both laws, by which the memory of his name came to the knowledge of many. Of these, a few have come to my knowledge. For I have found only the following:

A Summa of Cavillations, seven books: “For the honor of the supreme Trinity.” Another, entitled Judgment, four books: “At our beginning [unclear].” A table of the Decree, two books: “The book of the decrees of distinctions.” A table of the Decretals, one book: “For those wishing readily.” A concordance of the Decree and the Decretals, one book: “A treatise concerning constitutions.” Various questions.

He taught, however, in the city of Bologna, where he composed the aforesaid works and others.

Hugo of Barcelona, of the Order of Preachers, cardinal priest of the title of Saint Sabina of the most holy Roman Church: a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, who before entering the order had been a master of sacred theology, and had many distinguished disciples. He wrote several excellent little works, by which he consecrated his name to immortality. Shining no less in conduct and religion than in knowledge, he remained the same in dignity as he had been before. Of his books the following are listed:

On Genesis, one book. On Exodus, one book. On Leviticus, one book. On Numbers, one book. On Deuteronomy, one book. On Joshua, one book. On Judges, one book. On the book of Ruth, one book. On Kings, four books. On Chronicles, two books. On Ezra and Nehemiah, three books. On Tobit, one book. On Judith, one book. On Esther, one book. On the book of Job, one book. On the Psalter, one book. On Proverbs, one book. On the Song of Songs, one book. On the book of Wisdom, one book. On Ecclesiasticus, one book. On Isaiah the prophet, one book. On Jeremiah, three books. On Ezekiel, one book. On Daniel, one book. On the twelve minor prophets, twelve books. On the books of Maccabees, two books. On the Gospel of Matthew, one book. On the Gospel of Mark, one book. On the Epistles of the Apostle Paul, thirteen books. On the Acts of the Apostles, one book. On the Catholic Epistles, seven books.

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On the Apocalypse of John: one book. A Summa on cases: one book. He also composed some other works besides, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under Frederick, the second emperor of that name, in the year of the Lord 1240.

Jacobus Balduini, formerly a pupil of Odofredus Beneventanus, a most distinguished man, a professor of civil law and an outstanding interpreter, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, eminent in counsel and action, wrote in that faculty certain excellent little works, by which he transmitted his name with praise to the knowledge of posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Code: twelve books. On the Old Digest: twenty-four books. On the New Digest: twelve books. On the Infortiatum: thirteen books. And certain other works. He flourished under Frederick, the second emperor of that name, in the year of the Lord 1240.

David, of the Order, as they say, of the Minors, German by nation, a man practiced in the divine Scriptures, distinguished in life and conduct, was of excellent talent in delivering sermons to the people. He wrote certain little works in plain style, whose reading is not to be despised by devout brothers. Of these the following are extant. To novices:

On the ordering of the outer man: one book. Religious progress, [seven?] [unclear]. On the ordering of the inner man: one book. My conferences which [unclear]. Sermons on the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. And certain other works. He flourished not long after blessed Francis. He is buried at Augsburg.

Humbertus, of the Order of Preachers the fifth master general, from Vienne, a learned and excellent declaimer, evangelical in life, pure in conscience, eminent in action, sweet in eloquence and fit for persuasion, drew Hugo, once his teacher in sacred theology, to the Order. He wrote certain devout little works, by which his name came to the knowledge of posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Rule of Saint Augustine: one book. When I was thinking about the sermon. Summa for preachers: three books. Every man is to be exhorted. Deeds of the brothers of the Order of Preachers: five books. On the three substantial elements of religious life: one book. To the sons of grace, co-heirs. Letters to various persons: one book. And certain other works. He flourished while the empire was vacant, in the year of the Lord 1250.

Vincentius, a Gaul, Burgundian by nation, of the Order of Preachers, called Belvacensis, a man studious and practiced in the divine Scriptures and rich in the reading of the ancients, subtle in intellect, composed in speech, applied himself so much to the study of letters that he could never be called away from their cultivation by any labors, vigils, or occupations, without always either reading, writing, or preaching. He was therefore so great that after him he has not yet had an equal, if we weigh with an even balance the arduous little works which he wrote, gathered together with the others. For, at the request and with the expense supplied by the king of the Franks, he brought together with very great labors, in many very large volumes, the great and admirable work of the Mirrors concerning every, so to speak, knowable thing; and he entitled and divided it as follows:

The Historical Mirror: thirty-two books. God is an incorporeal substance. The Natural Mirror: thirty-four books. Since the multitude of books. The Moral Mirror: three books. In all your affairs remember. The Doctrinal Mirror: thirteen books. Since the multitude of books. Also On the grace of God: eight books. The book of the generation [unclear]. On the praises of Saint Mary: one book. If with prophetic mouth God commands.

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On the praises of Saint John the Evangelist, one book: “Blessed John the Evangelist.”

On the instruction of children, one book: “If you have sons, instruct them.”

A consolation on the dead, one book: “First, therefore, observe.”

Letters to various persons, one book.

He also published several other things, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under Frederick, the second emperor, in the year of the Lord 1240.

Alexander of Hales, English by nation, of the Order of Minors, teacher of Cardinal Eustace, was a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, and second to none in his time in secular philosophy; subtle in intellect, a true [unclear] disciple of philosophy. He entered the order of the poor of Christ, which he wondrously adorned by his learning and holiness. At the command of Pope Innocent IV he wrote a distinguished work, divided into four volumes and usefully comprising many things, which he entitled:

A Summa of Theology, four books: “As Boethius says.”

A Declaration of the Rule of the Minors, one book: “To the reverend father in Christ.”

The rest of his works I have not seen.

It is said, however, that he expounded both the Old and the New Testament, and discussed many things subtly concerning the concord of divine and human law, and composed various other things, which have not come into our hands. He flourished under Frederick II, in the year of the Lord 1240.

John of La Rochelle, of the Order of Friars Minor, master of sacred theology at Paris, learned in the divine Scriptures and magnificently taught in Aristotelian philosophy, who subscribed his name together with Alexander of Hales in the Declaration of the Rule of the Minors to the minister general, published certain excellent little works, by which he transmitted the fame of his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these the following are reported:

On the Sentences, four books.

Summa of virtues and vices, one book.

Also On the Soul, one book.

He flourished under Frederick, the second emperor, in the year of the Lord 1250.

Henry, archbishop of Embrun, cardinal of the most holy Roman Church, commonly called Hostiensis, was a man most expert in both laws; because of the excellence of his natural ability and learning he was held in esteem by Pope Alexander IV. He wrote certain distinguished little works, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these I have seen only the distinguished work known to everyone:

On the titles of the Decretals, five books: “Alpha and O, one in essence.”

Also a concise Summa, one book.

The rest that he composed have as yet by no means come to my knowledge.

He flourished while the empire was vacant, in the year of the Lord 1250.

Walter, bishop of Poitiers, of the Order of Friars Minor, was a man learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly taught in the disciplines of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech; in delivering sermons to the people he was of excellent industry. He wrote certain works not to be despised; of these the following are reported. For at the command of Pope Alexander IV he arranged in style, very usefully, throughout the cycle of the year:

Sermons, two books.

On the Sentences, four books.

Quodlibets, one book: “It is asked in what way virtue.”

He flourished while the empire was vacant, in the year of the Lord 1250.

Walter, bishop of Maguelone, born from Lille, a town of Flanders, was a man exercised by long study in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, outstanding in intellect and clear in eloquence, who in his time, because of his learning and erudition, was of great reputation. At the request of the provost of the clergy of the church of Lille, he wrote:

On the Psalter, one book.

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And certain letters.

He also published some other works, which have by no means come to our knowledge.

Alexander, called de Villa Dei, a native of Dol, of the order, as they say, of the Friars Minor, a man certainly trained in every respect, a grammarian, philosopher, astronomer, and distinguished calculator, wrote not a few little works both in verse and in prose, by which he transmitted his name to the memory of posterity. Of these I have so far found only the following: a volume written in leonine verse on grammar, whose use today in boys’ schools is constant; I do not know whether it is so useful, because of the deficiency of weaker age and the sloth of teachers. He entitled this very work:

Doctrinale for boys, three books: “I prepare to write for little clerics.”

On the ecclesiastical computus, one book: “Who now at the end of times.”

On the sphere, one book.

On the art of numbering, one book.

He is also said to have written many other things: sermons, letters, and various treatises, which have by no means yet come into our hands.

He flourished with great religion and learning under Frederick II, in the year 1240.

Eustachius, also called Bonaventura, born at Bagnoregio, minister general of the order of Friars Minor, and thereafter bishop of Albano and cardinal of the holy Roman Church, formerly hearer and disciple of Alexander of Hales, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular philosophy: his teacher Alexander, contemplating the gift of his intellect by nature and the purity of his life, used to say: “In brother Bonaventure Adam does not seem to have sinned.” He wrote many, profound, and most devout little works, in which, bringing forth burning words, he kindles the reader’s affection in the love of Christ no less than he illuminates the intellect with holy teachings. For he easily surpasses all the doctors of his time in the usefulness of his works, if you attend to the spirit of divine love and Christian devotion speaking in him. He is profound, not wordy; subtle, not curious; eloquent, not vain; bringing forth flaming, not puffed-up, words. Hence he is read more safely, understood more easily by one who loves, frequented more usefully, retained more sweetly and fruitfully. Many put forth learning; many preach devotion; few, by writing books, have taught both. But Bonaventure both surpassed many and few, since his learning instructs devotion, and devotion instructs learning. Therefore, if you wish to be both learned and devout, be intent upon his little works, which are:

On the Sentences, four books: “Explored by profound rivers.”

Breviloquium, seven books: “I bend my knees to.”

Soliloquium, one book: “Tell me, I ask, O man, if after.”

Itinerary of the mind into God, one book: “In the beginning, the first principle.”

The tree of life, one book: “I am fastened with Christ to the cross.”

Exhortatory work to a brother, one book: “Since, my beloved brother.”

On the reduction of the arts, etc., one book: “Every best gift, etc.”

Rule of conscience, that is, a small good, one book: “Behold, I have described it to you in threefold.”

Itinerary of the mind into itself, one book: “An evil thing occurs to consider.”

Compendium of the Scriptures, one book: “In the beginning of my conversion.”

On the instruction of novices, one book: “The question is about poverty.”

Centiloquium, four books: “Since according to venerable men.”

Pharetra, or scintillarium, one book: “First of all you must have.”

On the poverty of Christ against William, one book: [unclear].

On the five feasts of the infancy of Christ, one book: [unclear].

To Duchess Blanche, one book: [unclear].

On the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit, one book: [unclear].

On the excellence of the Eucharist, one book: [unclear].

On the six-winged seraph, one book: [unclear].

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The notable work Illuminations: one book. On the Three Threes of Sins: one book. On the Seven Degrees of Contemplation: one book. On the Advancement of Religious: one book. On the Ten Commandments: one book. Apology for the Poor: one book. On the Lord’s Prayer: one book. The Legend of Saint Francis: one book. Constitutions of His Order: one book. On Genesis, seven visions: one book. On the Gospel of John: one book. On the Gospel of Luke: one book. On Three Questions: one book. On the Sandals of the Apostles: one book. On the Passion of the Lord: one book. Sermons through the Year: one book. Several letters to various persons. He also published some other works besides, which have not come to my knowledge. He died while the empire was vacant, under Pope Gregory X, at the Council of Lyons, in the year of the Lord 1283, indiction 1. He was buried in the cathedral church of Lyons. At length, because of his holiness and miracles, he was canonized in our own days by Pope Sixtus IV, under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1482, indiction 15.

Philip, chancellor of Paris, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular philosophy, since he was a famous master of sacred letters, presided gloriously for a long time over the theological school at Paris; there he splendidly instructed disciples by lecturing and the people by preaching. He wrote:

Two or three elegant sermons on each of the Psalms: one book. A Summa of Theology: one book. He also published many other works, which have by no means come to our knowledge.

Albert, bishop of Regensburg, of the Order of Friars Preachers, German by nation, Swabian by homeland, born at Lauingen, a man very studious and learned in divine writings, and second to none in secular philosophy in his own time; subtle in intellect, scholastic in eloquence, devout and most holy in life and conduct. Because of his doctrine and learning he was called “the Great.” He taught sacred letters and Aristotelian philosophy for many years, first at Paris, afterward at Cologne, where, among others, he had Thomas of Aquino as an outstanding disciple. Then, having been raised to the episcopate of the church of Regensburg, after he had governed it for some years he left it; for love of salutary study he returned to his convent at Cologne, where he persevered in teaching and writing until the end of his life. He wrote many, almost countless, little works, of which the following are reported:

A Summa of Theology: four books. “Your knowledge has become wonderful.” On the Sentences: four books. On the Four Coeval Things: one book. On Man: one book. On the Good: one book. On the Spiritual Life: one book. On the Office of the Mass: one book. On the Body of Christ: one book. Thirty-two sermons on the same subject: five books. On the Strong Woman: one book. On the Books of Dionysius: one book. On Manifold Fear: one book. “There are three threes of sins.” [unclear]. “Eagle-like things of the contemplatives.” “If you wish to make progress in spirit.” “If you wish to enter into life.” [unclear]. “Of the supreme lawgiver.” “Our Father.” “I pray these [unclear].” “The grace of God our Savior has appeared.” “In the beginning,” etc. “About the first.” “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me.” “Consider.” “In [unclear] master: brother.” “As according to the apostle John.” “Run, nations, from every side.”

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On the Praises of Saint Mary: one book. Defense of the Mendicants: one book. On the Birth of Man: one book. On the Deformation of Man: one book. On the Origin of the Soul: one book. On the Lord’s Prayer: one book. On the Art of Preaching: one book. On the Restoration of the Fallen Man: one book. On Adhering to God: one book. On the Five Books of Moses: one book. On Joshua: one book. On Judges: one book. On Ruth: one book. On Kings: one book. On Chronicles: one book. On Ezra and Nehemiah: one book. On Tobit: one book. On Judith: one book. On Esther: one book. On Proverbs: one book. On Ecclesiastes: one book. On the Song of Songs: one book. On the Book of Wisdom: one book. On Ecclesiasticus: one book. On Maccabees: one book. On Job: one book. On Isaiah: one book. On Jeremiah: one book. On Ezekiel: one book. On Daniel: one book. On the Twelve Minor Prophets: one book. On the Gospel of Matthew: one book. On the Gospel of Mark: one book. On the Gospel of Luke: one book. On the Gospel of John: one book. On the Epistles of Paul: one book. Sermons on the Season: one book. Sermons on the Saints: one book. On Animals: one book. The Paradise of the Soul: one book. Prayers on the Sentences: one book. Prayers on the Gospels: one book. On the Difference between Spirit and Soul: one book. On Divination and Prophecy: one book. On Various Questions: one book. On the Causes of the Elements: one book. On Intellect and the Intelligible: one book. On Youth and Old Age: one book. “Clear it is, and she who never [unclear].” “As I was thinking something.” “Ecclesiasticus 49. And [unclear] prophecy.” “Take for yourself a large book.” “Behold, the lion of the tribe has conquered.” “A great eagle of great [unclear].” “Since by the testimony of truth.” “Come after me; I will make you.” Fourteen books. Twenty books.

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On death and life: one book. On plants and vegetation: one book. The Summa of philosophy: one book. On the unity of the intellect: one book. Questions against the Averroists: one book. On the unity of form: one book. Moral philosophy: sixteen books. On monastics: five books. On household management: four books. On politics: eight books. On arithmetic: one book. On geometry: one book. On music: one book. On astronomy: one book. On the sphere: one book. On the stars: one book. The Mirror of Astronomy: one book. On minerals: one book. On the nature of the gods: one book. On the secrets of nature: one book. On the twelve alphabets: one book. On choosing teachers: one book. On dreams: one book. On universals: one book. On the categories: one book. On the six principles: one book. On definitions: one book. On causes: one book. On grammar: one book. On rhetoric: one book. On medicine: one book. On wool-working: one book. On agriculture: one book. On ploughing: one book. On navigation: one book. On metaphysics: thirteen books. On Aristotle’s Physics: eight books. On the heavens and the world: four books. On generation and corruption: one book. On the science of meteorology: four books. On the soul: four books. On nourishment and the nourishable: one book. On sleep and waking: one book. Questions: fifteen. On perspective: one book.

He commented on all the books of Aristotle. He composed many [unclear], which have not come to my knowledge. He died under Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1280, in the eighth indiction, in the eightieth year of his age. He was buried in the middle of the choir of his convent at Cologne. And after him there did not arise a man like him, who was so learned, instructed, and experienced in all letters, sciences, and matters. But whoever accuses him of necromancy does injury to a man beloved of God.

Simon of Tournai, priest, learned in the divine Scriptures, subtly taught in secular philosophy, a most acute dialectician and most skilled in all the liberal arts, was made master of the theological school and taught for many years in the school of Paris, where he instructed very many hearers. But while he followed Aristotle too much, he is found to have erred in certain matters. He wrote certain little works of his own talent, of which the following are reported: His own account of the Sentences. Various Questions: one book. On the Symbol of Athanasius: one book. He also published some other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

Thomas of Aquino, once a hearer and disciple in the convent at Cologne, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly taught in secular letters, subtle in intellect and clear in speech, distinguished in life and conduct, easily obtained first place among all the doctors of his time. Like another Augustine, he gave himself wholly to the study of the Scriptures, dwelling day and night in love and practice of it; he wrote so many and such great volumes that among the moderns he has few equals either in number or in usefulness: On the Sentences: four books. “I, wisdom, poured out rivers.” Summa of Theology: three books. “Because of Catholic truth.” Against the Gentiles: three books. “Truth shall be meditated by the throat.” A little book [unclear] “from the excellence” [unclear]. Against the errors of the Greeks: one book. “Blessed Peter the apostle, who...” Compendium of Theology: three books. “The word of the eternal Father...” On the precepts of charity: one book. “There are three things necessary for a man...” [unclear] “Your request [unclear] me...” On faith and the sacraments: one book. “Our Father”; includes also prayers. On the Lord’s Prayer: one book. “Hail Mary,” etc. “In the salutation...” On the Hail Mary: one book. “I believe,” etc. “The first thing is...” On the Symbol of the Apostles: one book. “First it must be considered...” On 108 articles: one book. “To the reverend father in Christ, brother...” On 42 articles: one book. “Having read your letters, in them...” On 36 articles: one book. “To his dearest brother in Christ...” On six articles: one book. “For the understanding of this name...” On the difference between the divine word and the human word: one book. “Since concerning the nature of a word...” On the nature of the word: one book. “Because the most sacred [unclear] of the angels...” On separate substances: one book. “As all men naturally...” Against the Averroists on the intellect: one book. “Of the Christian religion...” Against the detractors of religion: one book. “Since certain persons of perfection...” On the perfection of the spiritual life: one book. “Behold, your enemies have made a noise.” Against the attackers of the order: one book. “As I was considering what...” On the government of princes: three books. “When the little book had been read by us...” Exposition of the first decretal: one book. “I received your Excellency’s...” Exposition of the second decretal: one book. “Our Savior, the disciples...” On Isaiah the prophet: one book. “We therefore condemn and reject...” On Jeremiah: one book. “But just as in things which [unclear]...” On his Lamentations: one book. “To the most holy and reverend father...” On the three nocturns of the Psalms: one book. On Job literally: four books. A continuous commentary on the Gospels: four books. A reading on the Gospels: four books.

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On the Epistles of Paul: fourteen books. On the canonical Epistles: seven books. On the sacrament of the altar: one book. On the humanity of Christ: one book. On the love of God and of neighbor: one book. On divine morals: one book. On blessedness: one book. On purity of conscience: one book. On the office of a priest: one book. On the meaning of the Mass: one book. On vices and virtues: one book. On the purchase of revenues: one book. On the highest truth: one book. On the power of God: a disputation, one book. On the exaction from the Jews: one book. Twelve quodlibets: twelve books. On Boethius, On the Trinity: one book. On the same author, On the Hebdomads: one book. On the books of Dionysius: four books. On lots: one book. On the judgments of the stars: one book. On the eternity of the world: one book. On fate: one book. On the principle of individuation: one book. On being and essence: one book. On the principles of nature: one book. On matter and dimensions: one book. On the mixture of the elements: one book. On the hidden operations of nature: one book. On the motion of the heart: one book. On instants: one book. On the four opposites: one book. On demonstration: one book. On fallacies: one book. On modal propositions: one book. On the nature of accident: one book. On the nature of genus: one book. On the principles of the soul: one book. On time: one book. On the plurality of forms: one book. On the nature of syllogisms: one book. On sense and intellect: one book. On the discovery of the middle term: one book. On the nature of light: one book. On the nature of place: one book. On universals: one book. On intellect and the intelligible: one book. A concordance of his sayings: one book. Many sermons: books. Against William of Saint-Amour: one book. At the command of Pope Urban IV, he composed the office of the feast of the Body of Christ. Also on all the [books] of Ari[stotle?]

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he commented on the books of Aristotle and Porphyry. He also published many other works, both on the divine Scriptures and on secular philosophy, which have by no means come into our hands.

He died under Emperor [Rudolf?], in the year of the Lord 1274, in the second indiction. And he was canonized by Pope John XXII.

Thomas of Cantimpre, by nation a Brabantine, of the Order of Friars Preachers, formerly, as they say, a disciple of Albert the Great, a devout man and outstandingly learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, ready in intellect, scholastic in speech, is said to have written certain excellent volumes, by which he brought his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among them there is extant a work on the mystical bees, which he entitled:

The Universal Good, one book. To the reverend father in Christ, Brother H.

On the Nature of Things, one book.

The Life of Saint Christina, one book.

And other works which I have not seen.

He flourished under Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1270. And there are those who write that he had knowledge of the Greek language, and that he also translated the books of Aristotle which were then in use in the schools.

Alfonso, king of Castile and Leon, a philosopher and astronomer, most excellent among all men of his time, subtle in intellect and clear in speech, and a distinguished lover and cultivator of letters: after, following the long vacancy of the Roman Empire, he had been elected king of the Romans against Richard, brother of the king of England, and since he was a good and prudent man, when Richard had died in the fifteenth year after his election, with a view to peace, in the presence of Pope Gregory X, he voluntarily withdrew and completely renounced every right which he had had in his election. He wrote very useful and elegant works:

Tables in astronomy, one book.

Letters to various persons, one book.

He flourished during the time when the empire was vacant, in the year of the Lord 1270.

Peter, of the Order of Friars Preachers, by nation a Frenchman, and provincial prior of the same religious order in France, a man learned in the divine Scriptures through long study and not ignorant of secular philosophy, acute in intellect and ready in speech, was suited for delivering sermons to the people. Hence, for the benefit of readers, he composed, for the cycle of the year, works not to be despised:

Sermons on the Season, one book.

Sermons also on the Saints, one book.

But he is said to have written a number of other things as well, which have not come to my knowledge.

Consecrated canonically under the name of the fifth [unclear], he sat in the supreme pontificate for only five months; he was certainly a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in Aristotelian philosophy, who taught theology excellently for many years and acquired great praise for his learning. He wrote many excellent little works, by which he made his name known both to those then present and to those who would come afterward. Among them are extant:

On the Sentences, four books. Do you know the order of heaven?

On all the Epistles of Paul, fourteen books. The principles of things must be investigated.

Also on the Psalms, one book.

On the Song of Songs, one book.

He also wrote, as is said, several other lectures on the Bible, which I have not yet seen.

He flourished in the pontificate under Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1275.

John of Ascoli, from Ascoli, of the Order of Friars Minor, after Saint Bonaventure minister general, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and an outstanding preacher of sermons, was sent to Constantinople by Pope Gregory X; by his exhortations he brought the Greeks back to obedience to the Roman Church, and persuaded them to come with him to the Council of Lyon. For the edification of the faithful he wrote sermons on the season, not to be despised, one book.

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Sermons on the saints: one book. Several letters to various persons: one book. And certain other things. He flourished while the empire was vacant, in the year of the Lord 1270.

Upertus of Rusia, of the Order of Friars Minor, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular literature, since indeed he taught theology excellently for many years and left after him many distinguished disciples. He wrote some excellent little works, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Among these there is extant, addressed to Haymo the Englishman, minister general of his order, likewise a most learned man, a declaration On the rule of Saint Francis: one book. Also on the Sentences: one book. Various sermons: one book. And certain other things. He flourished while the empire was vacant, in the year of the Lord 1270.

Ulricus of Strasbourg, a German by nation, of the Order of Friars Preachers, once a hearer and disciple of Albert the Great, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy, subtle in talent, scholastic in speech, composed little works of reading not to be despised, by which he became known both to present and to future generations. Among these there are extant: On the Sentences: one book. A Summa of theology: one book. Also On the Soul: one book. And many other things. He flourished under the emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1280.

Haymo, an Englishman by nation, minister general of the Order of Friars Minor, a man trained by long study in the holy Scriptures, since, having obtained the magisterial chair of the theological faculty, he instructed many disciples in it; at the command of Pope Alexander IV he corrected and rubricated the Roman Breviary. He is said, among other things, to have written concisely: On the Sentences: one book. And certain sermons: one book. And certain other things.

Otto, bishop of Freising in Bavaria in Germany, and, as some write, nephew of the emperor Frederick I, a German by nation, whom Pope Pius II, citing him in a certain oration, commends; a man learned in the divine Scriptures and by no means poorly taught in secular letters, subtle in talent and clear in eloquence. He wrote certain little works of reading not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Among these there is extant an outstanding work, to be honored with every praise: Of Histories: one book.

Petrus Hispanus, a Portuguese, bishop of Tusculum and cardinal of the sacrosanct Roman Church, and finally supreme pontiff after Hadrian V, a man very learned in medicines and magnificently taught in secular philosophy, sat in the pontificate only eight months. He wrote little works in medicine not to be despised; among them the following are reported: The Treasury of the Poor: one book. On Problems: one book. Canons of Medicine: one book. Letters also to various persons: one book. And certain other things.

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He flourished in the pontificate under the name of John the Twenty-first, in the times of Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1275.

William, a citizen of Piacenza, a learned doctor of the art of medicine and not ignorant of other humane letters, who, hired at a public salary at Verona, held a school in that faculty for many years and instructed several excellent pupils. He wrote, for those who profess this science, little works not to be despised, by which he made his name known both to those present and to those to come. Among these there survives a notable volume which he wished to be entitled:

On the Whole of Medicine, four books. Also On Surgery, one book. Of the rest I have found nothing.

He flourished under Emperor Arnolph, in the year of the Lord 1270.

William, bishop of Paris, by homeland an Auvergnat, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, clear in speech, and venerable no less in conduct than in learning, composed not a few works of his erudition, by which, showing himself a learned and devout master, he rendered the memory of his name immortal. Of these, the following are reported: a notable volume entitled

On the Holy Trinity, one book. On the First Principle, one book. On the Sacraments, one book. Why God Became Man, one book. I shall set down four more. Summa of Vices, one book. In the order of divine wisdom. On Faith and Laws, one book. On Human Souls, one book. On Good and Evil, six books. On the Universe, six books. The second table after [unclear]. On the Profession of Novices, one book. After, by the help of God, thus far. On the Gift of Knowledge, one book. On the Works of Virtues, one book. On the Thirty Remedies for Temptations, one book. Against Plurality of Benefices, one book. On the Cloister of the Soul, one book. In sacred and signifying things. On Divine Rhetoric, one book. On Penitence, one book. On the Song of Songs, one book. On Demons, one book. On the Gospel of Matthew, one book. Various Sermons, one book. Letters to Various Persons, one book. He also published some other works which have by no means come to my knowledge.

He flourished under Frederick, the second emperor, in the year of the Lord 1230.

John Valensis, otherwise called Galensis, English by nation, of the Order of Friars Minor, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, who for a long time taught theology gloriously in the school of Paris, was of such erudition and eloquence that he was called the tree of life. He wrote many distinguished little works, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. But few of them have come into our hands. For I found a notable volume which is very [unclear] for preachers of the word

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I judge it necessary and useful; most people call it the Common Discourse, because it contains something concerning every state; but he himself entitled it Summa of Conferences, seven books: “When the teacher or preacher ...” On the Sentences, four books: “Since for every business there is a time ...” On the Ordering of Life, one book: “Abstinence is a good thing in food ...” Handful of Flowers, one book. On the Apocalypse of John, one book. Various sermons, one book. On Various Subjects, fifteen books. He flourished in the times of Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1270.

William Durand, bishop of Mende, once a hearer and disciple of Henry of Susa, whom they call the Speculator, a doctor most skilled in law and very zealous for ecclesiastical observance, subtle in intellect and clear in speech, wrote to Ottobono, cardinal of Saint Adrian, later supreme pontiff Adrian V, an excellent work divided into three volumes, which he entitled Speculum of Law, four books: “To the reverend father in Christ ...” Rationale of Divine Offices, eight books: “Whatever things in ecclesiastical offices ...” Repertory of Law, one book: “By the rust of the first-formed man ...” And certain other works. He flourished under Emperor Rudolf. And he completed his work, the Rationale of Divine Offices, as he himself testifies, in the year of the Lord 1286.

Jacobus de Belviso, a most distinguished doctor of both laws and a cautious interpreter, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, profound in counsel and knowledge, and not ignorant of secular philosophy, is said to have written certain excellent little works in law, by which he transmitted his name to the memory of posterity. Of these I have not yet been able to see any. His works are said to include: On the Authentics, one book. On the Use of Fiefs, one book. Additions on the Novels, one book. And various disputations. And many other works. He flourished under Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1270.

William of Lyon, of the Order of Friars Preachers, as they report bishop of the same church, a man much learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, sweet in intellect and subtle in speech, not affected, yet well arranged, was quite outstanding in delivering sermons to the people. He is said to have written some little works, by which he magnificently instructed both those then present and those who would come afterward. Among these are reported: On the Sentences, four books: “Since, concerning individual useful studies ...” Summa of Virtues, five books: “About to speak of individual vices ...” Sermons to the People, one book. He is also said to have written many other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

[Brother?] John Scotus, of the same order, a man sufficiently learned in the divine Scriptures and in Aristotelian philosophy by long study

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[unclear] very skilled: he wrote certain not-to-be-despised little works of his own talent, by which he made himself known to posterity. Of these there are extant:

On the Sentences, four books: “Since, as blessed Augustine bears witness ...”

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished in the time of the emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1270.

Erardus, monk of the monastery of Saint Quentin in Insula, a man devoted to the holy Scriptures, skilled through constant exercise, and sufficiently instructed in secular letters, quick in talent and distinguished in eloquence, wrote certain little works of no contemptible reading, by which he made his name known to present and future generations. Among these is said to be a history of the translation of the crown and of a portion of the Lord’s cross, relics which Louis, king of France, obtained from the emperor of Constantinople and brought to Paris. He also wrote, concerning blessed Elizabeth the landgravine:

Miracles Performed after Her Death, one book.

Chanted Responsories concerning the Same, one book.

And certain other things.

He flourished under the emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1270, and composed various little works in both kinds of letters.

[unclear], learned by long use and exercise, and sufficiently skilled in secular philosophy according to the custom of that time, distinguished in talent, scholastic in speech, composed various little works on the Scriptures, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these the following are reported:

On the Sentences, four books.

Correctorium of the Works of Thomas, one book.

Additions on Bonaventure, one book.

And certain other things.

He flourished under the emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1280.

Richard, archbishop of Reims in Gaul, of the order of the Friars Minor, a man excellently learned in the holy Scriptures, inferior to none of the doctors of his time in delivering sermons to the people, subtle in talent, is said to have written many distinguished volumes, by which he made himself useful to those then present and known to those to come; but I do not recall that any of them has come into our hands. They report his:

Sermons on the Temporal Cycle, one book.

And also Sermons on the Saints, one book.

He flourished under the emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1270.

[unclear] of Mount Carmel, a Gaul by nation, a man learned in divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, distinguished in talent and eloquence, venerable no less in way of life than in learning, published several little works of great usefulness, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these the following are reported:

A certain little work, not unprofitable for spiritual persons, which he entitled:

Decretals of Religious, one book.

On the Sentences, four books.

On the Rule of His Order, one book.

Chronicle of His Order, one book.

And many other things.

He flourished under the emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1280.

Egidius of Rome, of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, prior general, and afterwards archbishop of Bourges, once a hearer of blessed Thomas Aquinas, a man most learned in divine Scriptures, second to none in his time in Aristotelian philosophy, subtle in talent, scholastic in speech, devout in life and conduct, wrote many, almost countless, little works:

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Of these few have come into our hands. The following works of his are reported:

On the Hexaemeron: two books. On the Song of Songs: [one] book. On the Epistles of Paul: fourteen books. “May your own sound in your ears.” On the Sentences: three books. “For it is the brightness of the eternal light.” Exposition of the First Decretal: one book. “Firmly we believe,” and similarly. On the Rule of Princes: one book. “From the royal and most sacred.” Many Quodlibeta: one book. “Questions proposed.” On the Office of the Mass: one book. On the Possible Intellect: one book. Praises of Divine Wisdom: one book. On Divine Wisdom in the Blessed: one book. On the Subject of Theology: one book. On Good Fortune: one book. On the Body of Christ: one book. On the Measure of Angels: one book. On the Knowledge of Angels: one book. On the Dead: one book. A Distinction of the Articles of Faith: one book. On the Degrees of Forms: one book. On Predestination: one book. A Theory concerning Being and Essence: one book. On Generation and Corruption: one book. On Original Sin: one book. On the Formation of the Human Body: two books. On Ecclesiastical Power: two books. “Of theological truth.” On Prison: one book. “It will not please him when.” A Compendium of Theology: five books. “It was asked concerning God.” On the Renunciation of the Pope: one book. “The soul, as the philosopher bears witness.” Against the Corrupter of Thomas: one book. “I am dust.” Various Sermons: two books. “In which are set forth,” etc. On all the books of Aristotle. Notable Letters. And not a few other things.

He flourished under Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1280.

Goffredus of Trani, subdeacon of the Roman Church and, as they report, chaplain of the supreme pontiff, a man nobly learned in canon law and secular philosophy, outstanding in talent and renowned for eloquence, who in his time was considered not the least among the doctors of this faculty, wrote little works of reading not to be scorned, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these there survives a notable summa, sufficiently widespread:

On the Titles of the Decretals: five books. “The diversity of glosses [unclear].” Various Questions: one book. Other works which he is said to have composed have by no means come to our knowledge.

Guido de Baysio, archdeacon of Bologna, a man very skilled in both laws, sharp in talent and renowned for eloquence, whose authority among professors of this science has remained great down to the present day, wrote many distinguished volumes, by which he rendered the memory of his name, so to speak, immortal. Of these only a few have so far come to my knowledge. For I have found only the following. A very large and notable volume which he entitled the Rosarium:

“To the reverend father in Christ.” On the Decree: two books. On the Decretals: five books.

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He flourished under the emperor Adolf, in the year of the Lord 1290.

[Thaddaeus?], a Florentine by nation, a most skilled doctor of the medical art, who taught that science excellently at Bologna for certain years, hired at a public salary, and, gathering an almost incredible treasure, acquired it by the great reputation of his experience. For when he was summoned by some prince, he wished to have no less than fifty gold pieces as his daily fee. Once summoned by Pope Honorius IV, he was unwilling to come until one hundred gold pieces a day were assigned to him; when he had been cured of a very serious illness, he gave him ten thousand gold pieces. He wrote:

On the Aphorisms of Hippocrates, one book; On the Prognostics of the same, one book; On his work On Acute Diseases, one book; On Galen’s Tegni, one book; On the Isagoge of Johannitius, one book; On preserving health, one book; Various counsels, one book; and certain other things.

He flourished under the emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1280. And at length he died at Bologna, an octogenarian.

John of Parma, from the territory of Bologna, minister general of the Order of Friars Minor, a man learned in the divine scriptures, devout in life and conduct, and an outstanding lover of holy poverty; from the Parisian school, where he had lectured on the Sentences, [unclear] he is said to have written many and various treatises, by which his name has come down to our memory. Of these I have found only:

On the Sentences, three books; On the conduct of religious, two books.

He flourished while the empire was vacant, in the year of the Lord 1260.

John Christophorus, of the Order of Friars Preachers, trained in the scriptures by long and continual study, and nobly learned in secular philosophy, ready in intellect and scholastic in speech, is said to have produced many little works on the holy scriptures; their publication, useful to those then present, made him known to those to come. For over a long time he publicly expounded the divine writings by lecturing on them, and explained them with subtle understanding. From his commentaries the following volumes are reported, namely:

On the Gospel of Matthew, one book; On Mark, one book; On Luke, one book; On John, one book; On all the epistles of Paul, fourteen books; and many others.

He flourished while the empire was vacant, in the year of the Lord 1260.

[Unclear], father [unclear] of the scriptures, subtle and vehement in intellect, and sufficiently suited to debating and solving their difficult questions, is said to have written certain excellent little works for the instruction of his students, by which he made his name known. Among these there are extant:

On the Sentences, three books; also Quodlibets, one book.

He flourished under the emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1270.

Henry of Ghent, archdeacon of Tournai, a German by nation, a man most learned in the divine scriptures among all the doctors of his time, and very subtle in Aristotelian philosophy, was of such reputation and authority in the school of Paris that he was called the Solemn Doctor throughout the whole Christian world. He was

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... subtle in intellect and most acute in scholastic disputations, as his distinguished little works testify. Of these I have found only the following at present: Summa of Theology, one book; On the Sentences, three books; On Virginity, one book; a compiler For Sacred Virgins; Quodlibets, two books; On Penance, one book; On Metaphysics, fourteen books; On the Books of the Physics, eight books. He composed many other things indeed, but they have not come to my knowledge. He died under Emperor Adolf, in the year of the Lord 1293, in the sixth indiction, on the feast of the apostles Peter and Paul. He was buried at Tournai in the church of Mary, the holy Mother of God.

Ugolinus, patriarch of Constantinople, of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man practiced by long study in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently learned, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, distinguished in conduct and life, is said to have written certain excellent little works, not to be despised in reading, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these the following are said to be more important than the others: On the Sentences, three books; Quodlibets, one book; On the Difference of Idioms, one book; Sermons on the Season, one book; Sermons on the Saints, one book. He flourished under Emperor Adolf, in the year of the Lord 1290.

[Arlotus?], minister general of the order of the Friars Minor, Tuscan by birth, a man excellently learned in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently instructed in secular philosophy, a subtle dialectician and a very acute disputant, who won great praise for his learning by writing various works; in delivering sermons to the people he was of excellent talent. He is said to have brought together the New and Old Testament into one: Concordances, one book; Various Sermons, one book; and certain other things. He flourished in the times of Emperor Adolf, in the year of the Lord 1290.

Jacobus, bishop of Genoa, of the order of the Friars Preachers, a man practiced in the divine Scriptures, who because of his frequent citations of them is called a whirlpool; ready in intellect and clear in eloquence, he was sufficiently suited to delivering sermons to the people. He wrote not a few little works for the benefit of readers, by which he made his name known; of these a few have come to my knowledge, and I have set them down below. A volume of great size on the life and deeds of many saints, which he entitled The Golden Legend or Mirror of Saints, but which is now commonly called the Legend or Lombard History, one book, “The whole time of the present...” Mariale on Saint Mary, one book, “As I was thinking, the days of old...” Chronicle of the Genoese, one book, “Sacred Scripture, divinely...” On the Little Works of Saint Augustine, one book; Sermons on the Season, one book; Sermons on the Saints, one book, “He followed in his footsteps...” Lenten Sermons, one book. He also published some other things besides, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished in the times of Emperor Adolf, in the year of the Lord 1290.

Lucas, of the order of the Friars Minor, Italian by birth, originating from Padua, a man practiced by constant study in the holy Scriptures, an outstanding preacher of the divine word; in

distinguished in talent and clear in eloquence; no less by deed than by speech he taught the peoples the way of God in truth, and, with the Holy Spirit cooperating, converted the hearts of many to the love of Christ. He wrote sermons, not to be despised, which he delivered to the people:

Sermons on the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: three books. He is also said to have written some other works, which have not come into our hands.

Conrad of Halberstadt, a German by nation, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a man nobly learned both in divine Scriptures and in secular letters, a philosopher and no mean theologian, since, lecturing publicly in that faculty, he taught many and acquired great praise for his learning. He wrote certain treatises in both sciences, not to be scorned, by which his name has been brought down to the memory of posterity. But few of them have become known to me. For I have found only:

Summa studentium: three books. This little work into three. On the Trivium also: one book. In three it has pleased. A reading on Job: one book. It will endure until the time. Sermons also: one book.

He is also said to have written commentaries on several books of the Bible, which, however, have not yet come into our hands. This man is also reported to have been the first to arrange concordances of the whole Bible, of the New and Old Testament.

Alchardus of Middletown, English by nation, of the Order of Friars Minor, a man most learned in divine Scriptures, excellently instructed both in philosophy and in canon law, distinguished in talent, scholastic in speech, subtle and ready in resolving doubtful questions of the Scriptures. He is said to have written many excellent volumes, by which he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. Of these I have found only the following:

On the Sentences: three books. He brought hidden things into the light. On the distinctions of the Decretum: one book. All our fathers under the cloud. On the order of judgments: one book. On the four Gospels: three books. On the Epistles of Paul: fourteen books.

It is said, moreover, that he published commentaries and readings on several books of sacred Scripture, but they have not come into our hands. He flourished in the times of Emperor Adolf and Pope Nicholas IV, in the year of the Lord's nativity 1290.

Nicholas of Bibra, German by nation, a man nobly learned in secular letters, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, an outstanding philosopher and poet, who in his time, being held in esteem at Erfurt, acquired great glory for his learning. He wrote not a few treatises both in verse and also in prose, by which he also made his name known to posterity. Of these I have seen only the work whose title is hidden, which he composed at Erfurt in verse and in prose:

On Avoiding Evil: one book. Hearer and reader of the song. Letters to various persons: one book.

He flourished at Erfurt under Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1290.

John of Paris, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a theologian, very learned in the holy Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, since in both sciences, having ascended the magisterial chair in the university of Paris, he taught publicly for a long time and left not a few disciples. He is said to have written certain excellent treatises, by which he made himself useful to those then present and later known to those to come. Of these I have found only one work, not to be scorned:

On the Sentences: four books.

Concerning the rest I have found nothing.

He flourished under Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1280.

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Nicholas the Frenchman, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, the seventh prior general, a learned and holy man, after he had governed his order vigorously, as far as he was able, for nearly twenty years, resigned his office for love of Christ and returned to the quiet of the hermitage, where he persevered in holy conduct until death. Among other things he wrote a mournful work lamenting the condition of his order, after the brothers had been expelled from the Holy Land, which he entitled:

The Fiery Arrow, 1 book.

He also wrote other works. He flourished in the time of Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1270.

Matthew of Aquasparta, of the Order of Friars Minor, the twelfth minister general, and afterwards bishop of Porto and cardinal of the holy Roman Church, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and, according to the custom of this time, magnificently learned in secular philosophy, composed certain distinguished little works of excellent talent, by which he made his name known far and wide. Of these the following are extant:

On the Sentences, 4 books. Inventory of Sentences, 1 book. On the Epistle to the Romans, 1 book. Several sermons, 1 book. And certain other works.

He flourished in the time of Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1290.

William Peraldus, French by nation, of the Order of Preachers, a man devoted to and learned in the holy Scriptures, and also in secular letters, especially sufficiently distinguished in Aristotelian philosophy, ready in intellect and scholastic in eloquence, was of excellent industry in delivering sermons to the people. He published several well-ordered volumes in both faculties, by which he made his name known not only to those then present, but also to future generations. Of these the following are extant:

Summa of Virtues and Vices, 2 books. On the Instruction of Religious, 1 book. Sermons for the season, 1 book. Sermons on the saints, 1 book. And many other works which have not yet come to my knowledge.

Garcias, Spanish by nation, a man very practiced in both laws, subtle in intellect, ready and cautious in counsel, and acute in resolving questions of cases, was held in esteem in his time among the professors of this faculty; by teaching and writing he spread his name abroad. For he is said to have written several little works both on the laws and on canon law, which have not come into our hands. Of his there are extant:

On the Decretals, 5 books. And several works on the laws.

He flourished in the time of Emperor Rudolf, in the year of the Lord 1290.

Pope Nicholas IV, of the Order of Friars Minor, previously called Jerome, Picene by nation, born from the city of Ascoli, sat after Honorius IV in the chair of Peter for four years. He was a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and not meanly learned in secular letters, subtle in intellect and clear in eloquence, and no less venerable in life and goodness than in learning. He wrote a sufficiently distinguished work:

On the Sentences, 4 books. And certain sermons.

He is also said to have published useful commentaries on several books of the Bible. He died at Rome, while the empire was vacant after Rudolf’s death, in the year of the Lord 1291, in the fourth indiction.

Pope Boniface VIII, Campanian by nation, previously called Benedict, sat after the renunciation of Celestine V in the chair of Peter for eight years, [unclear] months

nine: a man indeed learned, but excessively arrogant and ambitious; the chroniclers have not been silent about by what means he acquired the pontificate. Since he was very skilled in law and saw that new varieties of cases in the contentious court, which could not be determined by the decretals, were emerging daily, he composed, through three men most learned in law, new constitutions which he wished to be called:

The Sixth of the Decretals. One book, Of the holy Roman Church. Several letters to various persons, one book.

He died under the emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1303, in the first indiction. Of him it had previously been prophesied: “He entered like a fox, lived like a lion, died like a dog,” etc.

William Mandagot, archdeacon of Nimes and afterward archbishop of Embrun, and finally cardinal of the holy Roman Church, a man very skilled in both laws, one of those who, by order of Pope Boniface VIII, published the code of the Sixth of the Decretals, as is clear at the beginning of that volume, wrote in that faculty works not to be despised, by which he consecrated his name to immortality. Of these I have seen only the distinguished work which he wrote, while he still held the office of archdeacon in the church of Nimes, to Berengar, succentor of the church of Beziers and later bishop:

On the Election of Prelates, one book, “Because when elections are impending.” Exposition of the Same, one book, “Since I am not of that authority.”

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished under the emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Berengar, succentor of the church of Beziers and later bishop, and at length cardinal of the holy Church, to whom the aforementioned William Mandagot, while both were still established in lesser offices, composed the book On the Elections of Prelates, was another of those who, at the command of Boniface VIII, compiled the sixth book of the decretals. A man most learned in the same legal faculty, he composed for the same William, then archdeacon of Nimes, a distinguished work on the Summa of Hostiensis according to alphabetical order; since it is, as it were, an elucidation of the same Summa, he entitled it:

The Eye, one book. On the Sentence of Excommunication, one book.

He is also said to have written many other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

He flourished under the emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Richard de Senis, vice-chancellor of the Roman Church and afterward cardinal deacon of the title of Saint Eustachius, doctor of both laws, in his time very celebrated by the praise of all, was the third of those who compiled the Sixth of the Decretals by order of Pope Boniface VIII; his name is expressly contained at the beginning of that volume. He is reported to have written some small works in law, but I do not recall that any of them has come into our hands. Let my studious reader seek them out. He flourished under the emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Dinus Mugelanus, professor of both laws, a distinguished elucidator, subtle in intellect, and very ready and acute in disputing and resolving doubtful questions of law, who by teaching and writing acquired great glory for himself among all the doctors of Italy. He published in his faculty many excellent works. Of these the following are reported:

On the decretals. On the Code, nine books. On the old Digest, twenty-four books.

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On the New Digest: 12 books. On the Infortiatum: 14 books. Many counsels: 1 book. He also published not a few other works besides these, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

John Duns, a Scot by nation, of the Order of Friars Minor, once at Paris a hearer of Alexander of Hales, an Englishman; a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and most learned in Aristotelian philosophy, and so profound that his writings are penetrable by few, and for that reason also less used. He published certain well-instructed volumes, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these there are extant:

Cupientes: On the prologue. Also Quodlibets: “All difficult things,” he says. On the knowledge of God: “Because the highest knowledge for us.” Questions on the Metaphysics: 1 book. Sermons on the season: 1 book. “There shall be signs,” etc. On this Gospel. Sermons on the saints: 1 book.

He is said to have written commentaries on the Gospel and the Apostle, and to have composed various other treatises, which have not come to my knowledge. He died in the time of Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1308, in the sixth indiction, and was buried at Cologne among the Friars Minor.

Simon, a monk of Haselgem, of the Order of Saint Benedict; a man most studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, subtle in talent, distinguished in eloquence. The counsel of our divine lawgiver Benedict, by which the monk is commanded to love the divine Scriptures, he so turned into practice that nothing in this life was sweeter than to read sacred letters and to turn over diligently the little works of the holy fathers with zealous study. He abridged:

The Moralia of Pope Gregory: 10 books. He wrote sermons on the Song of Songs: 1 book. The vision of a certain convert: [unclear] book. Several sermons: 1 book. Also letters to various persons: 1 book. And many other things.

He also collected excerpts from the sermons of blessed Pope Gregory on Ezekiel; also from the Conferences of the holy fathers, from Richard of Saint Victor on the contemplation of the twelve patriarchs, and from various sources various things not to be despised.

Peter of Bella Parthica, a Burgundian by nation; a man most ready in doubtful questions of law, both civil and canon. He wrote many excellent volumes on the laws, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Code: 9 books. On the Institutes: 3 books. On the Old Digest: 14 books. On the New Digest: 1 book. One hundred disputations: 12 [books]. Several counsels: 3 books. And certain other things.

He flourished at the same time as Dinus Mugellanus, under Emperor Albert and Pope Boniface VIII, in the year of the Lord 1300.

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Rainerius Pisanus, Italian by nation, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a man zealous and learned in the sacred writings, and sufficiently skilled in canon law, prompt in intellect, scholastic in speech, cautious in counsel, and no less venerable in [unclear] religion: in order to provide a path for his brothers less experienced in law in hearing confessions, he wrote a very great and distinguished summa on cases, in two large volumes, according to the order of the alphabet, which he entitled:

Pantheologia, two books. “Absolution. Concerning absolution.”

And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Erardus, of the Order of Friars Preachers, German by nation, lector of the convent of Liège, a man zealous and learned in the divine scriptures, and an outstanding preacher in making sermons to the people, distinguished in intellect and adorned with scholastic eloquence. He wrote a very useful treatise for devout and religious persons, teaching seven dispositions to be made concerning the heart, gathering here and there with discernment from the divine scriptures many things pertaining to edification, which he entitled:

On the Teaching of the Heart, one book. “Prepare your hearts.”

Sermons on the Season, one book.

Sermons on the Saints, one book.

Besides these he published certain other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

Jacobus de Arena, from Parma by nation, a very celebrated consultant in both laws, profound in intellect, scholastic in speech; his opinions in explaining the laws, as Bartolus testifies, were so proper and fitting that he seemed to be writing from the mind of the founder of the law at the time. He published in civil law many excellent little works, by which his name [unclear] to the memory of posterity [unclear].

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 77

Although there are many other things which he composed, they nevertheless have not come to me. He flourished in the times of Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Nicolaus of Naples, a man skilled and most learned in civil law, and nobly instructed also in other secular letters, whose authority among professors of this faculty has in no small measure consigned him to immortality. But I have been able to find only the titles of the following:

On the Code, 9 books.

On the Infortiatum of the Digest, 14 books.

Concerning the other works which he is said to have composed, I have as yet been able to find nothing certain. He flourished under Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Hubertinus of Casale, of the Order of Friars Minor, formerly a hearer of John of Parma, minister general; a devout man and sufficiently learned in the Holy Scriptures. When he saw that his order was falling away from its first institution, he began certain new separations under the guise of reform, and obtained their confirmation from the supreme pontiff. Yet at the petitions of the guardians and ministers they were at once revoked by the same pope, since they seemed to have been undertaken to the grave scandal and schism of the order. Therefore Hubertinus, being moved, entered the Carthusian order. He wrote a very renowned and distinguished volume, useful for religious and devout persons, which he entitled:

The Tree of the Life of the Crucified, 5 books. “To the universal true faith of Christ.”

Sermons and letters.

And certain other things.

Certain Catholic doctors warn us that Hubertinus, in the aforesaid volume, in certain places, especially where he takes up the Canticle of Simeon, must be read cautiously, because concerning certain articles he thinks otherwise than the Church, the mother of us all. Yet the author himself is to be excused, because it had not yet been determined, etc.

He flourished under Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Jacobus of Ravenna, originally from the province of Lotharingia, a man most learned in civil law and the sacred canons, and easily the most skilled of all in his time both in divine Scripture and in secular letters; a professor of sacred Scripture, and a distinguished philosopher and dialectician, who, as Cinus says, converted what had been handed down by the elders in simple meaning into a dialectical mode of argument. He wrote many little works in both laws, among which are reported:

On the Code, 9 books.

On the Old Digest, 23 books.

On the New Digest, 12 books.

On the Infortiatum of the Digest, 14 books.

Various disputations, 1 book.

He flourished under Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1400.

Alanus of Lille, German by nation, a man most learned in divine Scripture and second to none in his time in secular letters; a theologian, philosopher, and most celebrated poet, who for a long time gloriously presided over the ecclesiastical school at Paris. There, shining clearly in all divine and human knowledge, he merited being called universal. He wrote in verse and prose almost innumerable little works, by which the memory of his name has been made immortal among posterity. But few of them have come to my knowledge. I find only the following under their titles:

On the Sentences, 3 books.

Quodlibets also, 1 book. “To the most reverend father and lord.”

The Eye of Sacred Scripture, 1 book. “Every science rests on its own principles.”

On Doctrine also, 5 books. “Since many for adorning.”

On the Five Books of Moses, 1 book. “In the five books of Moses,” 1 book.

On the Song of Songs, 1 book.

Book

On penitence, to the [prior?] of Bourges, four books: “By the grace of God, [unclear] of Bourges...” On mystical [equivocations?], one book. On the six wings of the Cherubim, one book. On the lament of nature, one book. A summa of virtues and vices, one book. On parables, one book. On the art of preaching, one book. The Anticlaudianus, one book. On the natures of animals, one book. Several sermons, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. Finally, he is said to have published notable commentaries and readings on many books of the Bible, especially on the prophets, on the Gospel, and on the Apostle. Concerning these I have not been able to find anything at all. Certain marvelous things are told about him, to which I neither lend support nor rashly refuse belief. He flourished under the emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Wilhelm, a monk of the monastery of Affligem of the Order of Saint Benedict, German by nation, for some time prior in the same monastery, a man zealous in the divine Scriptures, learned through long practice, and sufficiently instructed in secular letters, capable in verse and prose, published in both kinds of writing certain little works not to be despised, by which he perpetuated the memory of his name. There are extant by him:

Useful sermons, one book. The visions of a certain nun, one book. On the life of Saint Lutgardis, one book. But other works which he composed have as yet by no means come to my knowledge.

Franciscus Accursius, Italian by nation, Florentine by homeland, son of the very learned Accursius, himself a man excellently learned in civil law and much instructed in the other disciplines of secular philosophy, whose works are extant in great authority among the professors of this faculty, made his times famous by teaching and writing, and gave his name to immortality. Of his little works I have as yet been able to see nothing. Various works of his are reported:

Glosses on the laws. Disputations also, one book. And many other things.

He flourished under the emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Martinus de Fano, professor of both laws, the most celebrated interpreter of all in his own time, teacher of Johannes Andreae of Bologna, subtle in intellect, distinguished in eloquence, and very acute in pleading judicial cases, wrote excellent volumes in his faculty, by which he also made his name known to posterity. Of these I have found only:

On actions, one book: “I indeed, Martinus...” On the judgment of cases, one book: “Since to very many [unclear]...” Of the others I have seen nothing.

He flourished under the emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Albertus Patavinus, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, formerly hearer and disciple of Giles of Rome, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, was of excellent talent in declaiming sermons to the people. By his preaching he recalled many from iniquity to the path of justice, and made his fame memorable to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On Genesis, one book. On Exodus, one book. On Leviticus, one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 78

On Numbers: one book. On Deuteronomy: one book. On the Gospel: three books. On the epistles of Paul: thirteen books. Sermons for the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. Sermons for Lent: one book. And certain other works.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

Dinus de Garbo, a Florentine by country, a most skilled doctor of the art of medicine, and also nobly learned in the principles of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, published in his field, for students, little works not to be despised, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these are reported:

Commentaries on Galen. On the harmfulness of varying complexion: one book. On Hippocrates, On the Nature of the Foetus: one book. A miscellany of questions: one book. On Avicenna also: one book. Various works also in philosophy. And certain other works.

His father Bruno, a most skilled physician in the art of surgery, handed this Dinus over to Thaddaeus, the Florentine physician, to be instructed in that science.

He flourished under Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1300.

William of Cuneo, a Gaul by nation, a most learned interpreter of civil law, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, who in that faculty in his time had few more learned than himself, magnificently adorned the school of Orleans by teaching and writing. He published for professors of laws little works not to be despised, by which he made his name known to posterity:

On the Old Digest: twenty-four books. On the Code also: nine books. And various other works.

He flourished under Emperor Henry VII, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Jacobus of Viterbo, archbishop of Naples, of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man learned in the divine scriptures and not ignorant of secular literature, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, and no less venerable in conduct than in learning, wrote for the edification of readers little works not to be despised, by which he transmitted the memory of his name with glory to posterity. Of these I have not yet deserved to see any. But there is reported to be by him, addressed to Pope Clement V:

On the Governance of Christians: one book. On the Sentences: three books. Quodlibets also: one book. And some other works.

He flourished in the times of Henry of Luxembourg, the seventh emperor, and Pope Clement V, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Heinricus of Brussels, a monk of the monastery of Affligem, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a man studious in divine writings and skilled through continual exercise, an excellent philosopher and computist, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, wrote some commendable little works, by which he became widely known in his time. Of these are reported:

On the method of computus: one book. A calendar, on [unclear]: one book. And certain other works, which have not yet by any means come to my knowledge.

BOOK.

Alexander of Alexandria, of the order of Friars Minor, the sixteenth minister general, a man most erudite in the divine Scriptures, and in Aristotelian philosophy second to none of his time, subtle in talent, scholastic in speech, profound in sense and understanding. He composed certain little works in either science, by which, exercising his talent, he brought his name to the notice of posterity. Of these are reported: On the Sentences: 3 books. Various Questions: 1 book. On the Metaphysics of Aristotle: 12 books. On the books On the Soul: 3 books. He commented also on other books of Aristotle, and wrote various [things]. He flourished under Henry VII, emperor, [in the year 1]310.

Eckhart, a Teuton by nation, of the order (as some will have it) of Preachers, a man [versed] in the divine Scriptures, subtle in talent and renowned in eloquence; but, while pursuing philosophy too much, he curiously mingled everywhere a novelty of terms against the custom of the theologians, [and] introduced various errors—among which there are extant seventeen articles condemned by the supreme pontiff, and revoked by the same master Eckhart at the end of [his] life; many of which are contained in his exposition on the Gospel of John. Finally, the master-theologians of the faculty of the gymnasium of Heidelberg, in the year of the Lord [1]430, denounced the same errors, with certain others, as publicly condemned. But eleven articles were left as suspect, which all are wont to be appended separately to his little works as a caution. Nevertheless, where he wrote catholically, he gave dogmas profound and useful enough. Of his books I have found: On the Sentences: 3 books. On Genesis: 1 book. On Exodus: 1 book. On the book of Wisdom: 1 book. On the Song of Songs: 1 book. On the Gospel of John: 1 book. On the Lord's Prayer: 1 book. A sermon in the chapter of the Preachers: 1 book. Of his Positions: 1 book. Sermons on the [seasons of the] year: 1 book. Sermons on the saints: 1 book. [The incipits of these works:] "This beginning of Scripture"; "These are the names, etc.… because I feared"; "Love, etc.— The judge always"; "In the beginning, etc.— Aquila [an eagle]"; "Our Father— before the Lord's [day]"; "I, as the vine, [brought forth] fruit"…

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 79

On the Code: nine books. On the old Digest: twenty-three books. On the new Digest: twelve books. On the Infortiatum: thirteen books. And certain other works.

He flourished under Henry VII, in the year of the Lord 1310.

William of Monte Laudinium, as they report abbot of the monastery of Poitiers, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a man exceptionally learned in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, of the greatest Aristotelian philosophy, and not ignorant of pontifical law; subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech. He published several little works of great authority, by which he made the memory of his name known to posterity. Of these the principal are reported:

On the Sacraments: one book. A Summa on Cases: [unclear] book(s). Various Declarations.

He also published many other little works, especially in law, and arranged various glosses of canons; concerning these I have so far been able to find nothing.

Guido, priest of the church of Ferrara and afterward, as they report, bishop, a man long practiced in the divine Scriptures, rich in reading of the ancients, and nobly learned in secular letters, a philosopher, a distinguished poet, wrote several little works, both in verse and in prose, of not contemptible reading, by which he made his name known. Of these I found only a volume written in verse to Pope Clement V, on the New and Old Testament, imitating Peter of Riga, which he entitled:

The Pearl of the Bible: one book. Its noble beginning: "Of the earth."

Of the others I have seen nothing.

He flourished in the times of Henry of Luxembourg, the seventh emperor, and Pope Clement V, in the year of the Lord 1310.

Peter of Saxony, a German by nation, of the order of Friars Minor, learned in the holy Scriptures, not ignorant of secular philosophy, and nobly learned in canon law, wrote certain excellent volumes of his intellect, which in his time were held in esteem. Of these there is extant a distinguished work useful to confessors:

A Summa of Cases: [unclear] book(s). Sermons on the Season: one book. Sermons on the Saints: one book.

The rest which he is said to have composed have not come to my knowledge.

Orusianus, an Italian by nation, a Florentine by homeland, formerly a hearer and disciple of the physician Thaddaeus, a man indeed learned and educated in philosophy and medicine, but by no means fortunate; for that reason, bidding farewell to the world, he entered the Carthusian order and profitably changed the art of the flesh into medicine of the spirit. He had previously written some little works in his faculty, by which he made his name known. Of these there is extant a commentary:

On Galen's Tegni: one book. And certain other works.

He flourished in the Carthusian order in the times of Albert, Roman emperor, in the year of the Lord 1300. And thereafter he is reported to have written various treatises pertaining to spiritual edification.

Peter of Verberia, called Aureoli, of the order of Friars Minor, archbishop of Aix, doctor of the Parisian school, very learned in the divine Scriptures, very skilled in Aristotelian philosophy according to the custom of this time, subtle in intellect, acute as a disputant, was outstanding in declaiming sermons to the people. He wrote many excellent little works, by which he magnificently spread his name. Of these there are extant:

Book

On the Sentences: 3 books, “Because it belongs to a disciplined [unclear].” A Breviary of the Bible: 1 book, “Come, let us ascend to the mountain.” On the Conception of Saint Mary: 1 book, “The depths were not yet,” etc. Sermons on the Season: 1 book. Sermons on the Saints: 1 book. And other things which I have not seen.

He flourished before his pontificate, lecturing on the Sentences at Paris, in the time of Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1317.

Gentilis of Foligno, a distinguished professor of medicine and magnificently learned in other disciplines of secular philosophy, had no small skill in that faculty. He wrote many excellent volumes in medicine, as they say, by which his name became known with praise not only to those then present but also to posterity. But I have seen none of them. The following, however, are reported:

Commentaries on Avicenna: 5 books. Against the Pestilence: 1 book. Also On Fevers: 1 book. On the Degrees of Medicine: 1 book. And certain other things.

He flourished under Henry VII, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1310.

Dante Alighieri, Italian by nation, Florentine by homeland, a man inferior to none in his age in divine scriptures, a philosopher and poet, subtle in intellect and brilliant in eloquence, the keenest disputant of all, wrote many splendid volumes both in meter and in prose, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Driven from his homeland, he lived in exile all his days: for some time in Gaul, and afterward with the king of Aragon; and on his own misfortune he composed various works. Of his little works these are reported:

Of Comedies: 1 book. On the Monarchy of the World: 1 book. Several letters. And certain other things.

At last he died in exile at Ravenna, under Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1321, in the fourth indiction, and in the fifty-sixth year of his age.

Michael of Cesena, the seventeenth minister general of the Order of Friars Minor, a man most learned in divine scriptures, ready in intellect and brilliant in eloquence, and no less venerable for religion than for knowledge, published in the holy scriptures little works of exposition not to be despised, by which he became widely known far and wide both to those then present and now to posterity. Of these I have so far been able to find very few, namely:

On the Sentences: 4 books. On the prophet Ezekiel: 1 book. Sermons on the Season: 1 book. Sermons on the Saints: 1 book.

He published lectures and commentaries on many books of the Bible, which I have not yet seen.

He flourished under Louis IV, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1320.

Bertrand, of the Order of Friars Minor, Milanese by homeland, born of a noble family, and, as some hold, priest cardinal of the most holy Roman Church, was certainly a man outstandingly learned in divine scriptures and not moderately instructed in secular philosophy. In delivering sermons to the people he was of excellent talent. He wrote several little works of great usefulness. Of these I found:

On the Sentences: 4 books. Sermons on the Epistles: [unclear] books. Sermons on the Gospels: [unclear] books, “They will see the Son,” etc., “the word.”

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 80

Sermons on the saints: book(s) [unclear]. The other works that he composed have not yet come to my knowledge. He flourished in the times of Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1325.

[Gerardus?] of Bologna, of the order of the Brothers of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel, the eleventh prior general, a Parisian doctor, most learned in the divine Scriptures, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, venerable no less for his way of life than for his knowledge, governed his order energetically for twenty years. He wrote several volumes of reading not to be despised, by which he transmitted the memory of his name even to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Sentences: three books. Quodlibets: one book. Ordinary Questions: one book. Sermons on the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. And many others.

He began an excellent Summa of theology, which nevertheless, overtaken by death, he left unfinished. He died under Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1317, in the fifteenth indiction. He was buried at Avignon.

John of Colonna, Roman by country, of the order of the Preaching Friars, archbishop of Messina, a man possessing talent in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular letters, a most sagacious investigator of the histories of past time, wrote works of noble talent not to be despised, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these there exists the volume that he entitled:

Sea of Histories: ten books. Various letters to various persons: one book. He also produced some other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

Martinus, of the order of the Preaching Friars, penitentiary of the lord pope in the city of Rome, and afterwards, as they report, bishop of a certain city, a man studious and learned in the holy Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, was of excellent talent in delivering sermons to the people. He wrote certain excellent works, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Of these I have seen only:

A Table of the Decretum: one book. Among all other things of the faithful. A concise Chronicle: two books. Since to know the times of the highest ones. Sermons on the season: one book. Knowing that now the hour is. Sermons on the saints: one book. Confession is made with the mouth unto salvation. On various miracles: one book. A certain householder. Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1320. There are some who write that this Martinus was of the order of our father Benedict, but in my judgment they have been deceived by the resemblance of the name of Marianus Scotus, of our order, whom I mentioned above, who himself also wrote a chronicle. There are likewise others who think he should be joined to the college of the Cistercian order; these either ignorance of the facts or spite has clouded.

Gerardus Odonis, of the order of Friars Minor, the eighteenth minister general, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly taught in scholastic philosophy, subtle in intellect, clear in speech, and quite suitable for disputing, is said to have composed certain works in the holy Scriptures. Of these few have become known to me:

On the Sentences: three books. Also on Logic: one book.

Book

Various Questions: one book. On the books of the Ethics: ten books. On Moral Philosophy: one book.

He also composed the office of the stigmata of Saint Francis, founder of the Order of Minors. Finally, he is said to have published commentaries on many books of the Bible, which have not yet at all come into our hands. He flourished under Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Nicolaus de Lyra, English by nation, of the Order of Minors, a man most devoted to the sacred Scriptures and skilled through long practice, perfectly instructed in the Hebrew language, ready in intellect, scholastic in speech, and no less venerable in manner of life than in knowledge, wrote many distinguished little works on the sacred volumes, by which his name came to the knowledge of posterity. And how useful and necessary they are for all who desire to learn sacred Scripture, no one knows better than one who has exercised himself in reading them. For there are some who judge him contemptible because of the simplicity of his eloquence; they seem to me both vain and unskilled, and unworthy of sacred knowledge and salutary philosophy, since they censure ecclesiastical simplicity and embrace words, not things.

Concerning the little works of this devout and learned man, the following are reported:

On the Sentences: three books. On Genesis according to the literal sense: one book. “In the beginning,” etc. “Omitting.” On Exodus: one book. “According to what Isidore says.” On Leviticus: one book. “And he called Moses,” etc. “As the Lord spoke,” etc. “Ex.” On Numbers: one book. “The declaration of your words.” On Deuteronomy: one book. “You will bring them in,” and [unclear]. On Joshua: one book. “The Lord raised up judges.” On Judges: one book. “In the days,” etc. “Here follows.” On Ruth: two books. “Through me kings reign.” On Kings: two books. “Gather up the fragments.” On Chronicles: two books. “He will be priest over Solomon.” On Ezra and Nehemiah: two books. “These things ought to have been done,” etc. On Tobit: two books. “Arphaxad,” etc. “After the histories.” On Judith: two books. “In the days,” etc. “After.” On Esther: two books. “Have patience with me,” etc. On Job: two books. “A great prophet has arisen.” On the Psalter: two books. “Behold, I have described it to you threefold.” On the Song of Songs: two books. “The words of Ecclesiastes, as it says.” On the Book of Wisdom: two books. “Let him kiss me,” etc. “It is expedient.” On Ecclesiasticus: two books. “All wisdom,” etc. “Here begins.” On Isaiah the prophet: two books. “Jerusalem, evangelist, give.” On Jeremiah: two books. “I have made you a prophet to the nations.” On the Lamentations of Jeremiah: two books. “How she sits.” “In the preceding.” On the Book of Baruch: two books. “These words,” etc. “After the book.” On Ezekiel: two books. “The heavens were opened,” etc. On Daniel: one book. “But to Daniel God gave.” On the Twelve Minor Prophets: one book. “The bones of the twelve prophets.” On Maccabees: two books. “And it came to pass,” etc. “After the history.” On the Gospel of Matthew: one book. “Four faces to one,” etc. On Mark: one book. “The face of a lion on the right.” On Luke: one book. “The face of an ox on the left.”

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 8j

On John: a book. On the epistles of Paul: a book. On the Acts of the Apostles: a book. On the canonical epistles: a book. On the Apocalypse of John: a book.

He expounded the following morally: On Genesis again: a book. On Exodus: a book. On Leviticus: a book. On Numbers: a book. On Deuteronomy: a book. On Joshua: a book. On Judges: a book. On Ruth: a book. On Kings: a book. On Chronicles: a book. On Nehemiah: a book. On the book of Esther: a book. On the book of Job: a book. On the Psalter: a book. On Isaiah the prophet: a book. On Jeremiah: a book. On his Lamentations: a book. On Ezekiel: On Daniel: On the twelve prophets: On the Gospel of Matthew: On Mark: On Luke: On John: On the Acts of the Apostles: On the Apocalypse: Also on Tobit: a book. On the book of Judith: a book. On Maccabees: a book. On the Song of Songs: a book. On the body of Christ: a book. Sermons on the saints: a book. Sermons for the season: a book. Against the Jews: a book.

The face of the eagle above them. Behold, I have described it to you three[fold?]. They were all filled with the Spirit. James etc., This book. You must prophesy again. I saw in the right hand of the one seated. These names, etc. Through the sons. He called, etc. In this book. The Lord spoke. In this chapter. These are the words; there follows. [unclear]. And it came to pass, etc. Allegorically. After the death, etc. Allegorically. In the days of one judge. There was one man. Allegorically. Adam, Seth, etc. In this. In the year, etc. That Cyrus [is] a figure. In the days, etc. That order. There was a man, etc. Pharaoh I. Ethi[opian?]. Blessed is the man, etc. As I said. The vision of Isaiah: In this chapter. The words of Jeremiah, etc. Through Jeremiah. How does she sit. Here begins. And it came to pass, etc. In that first. In the third year, etc. There follows. The word which, etc. There follows. The book of the generation of Jesus. The beginning of the Gospel, etc. Through. The Apocalypse, etc. As was said. Tobias of the tribe, etc. Through. Arphaxad, etc. Through this one who. And it came to pass, etc. Through that. First it is asked whether from Scripture.

Besides these he published several other works, which have not yet come into our hands. He flourished in the times of the emperor Louis IV and of Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1320.

Guido Perpignanus, a Catalan by native land, of the Order of the Brothers of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, the twelfth bishop, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, outstanding in ability, sweet in speech, an acute disputant, distinguished no less in conduct than in knowledge. He wrote many very distinguished little works, by which he commended his name to posterity. Among these the following are reported: a polished, notable three-part work: On the perfection of the Catholic life:

BOOK

To Pope John XXII: three books. On the Sentences: three books. Six Quodlibets: one book. Ordinary Questions: one book. On the Concordance of the Evangelists: one book. Correctorium of the Decretum: three books. To the Cardinal of Albano: one book. On the books of the Physics: eight books. Questions on the Soul: one book. He also composed many other works, which have not come to my notice. He flourished in the times of Louis IV, emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Augustinus of Ancona, of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man devoted to the divine scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy, ready in intellect, scholastic in speech, wrote many volumes not unworthy of reading, by which he commended the memory of his name to posterity. Of these the following are reported: To Pope John XXII, a work of no small size, On Ecclesiastical Power: three books. “Most holy and most reverend...” On the Sentences: one book. Quodlibets also: one book. On the Holy Spirit against the Greeks: one book. On the Ten Strings: one book. On the Entry into the Promised Land: one book. On the Powers of the Soul: one book. On the Resurrection: one book. On Matthew: one book. On Mark: one book. On Luke also: one book. On John: one book. On Missus est: one book. On the Magnificat: one book. On the Epistles of Paul: fourteen books. On the Canonical Epistles: seven books. On the Acts of the Apostles: one book. On the Apocalypse: one book. And very many others.

This man began a distinguished volume from the writings of the divine father Augustine, which he entitled the Milleloquium; but, overtaken by death, he left it unfinished. Afterwards Bartholomaeus of Urbino, of the same order, completed it. He flourished under Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1440.

Petrus de Apono, an Italian by nation, a Paduan by homeland, a man devoted to and learned in secular letters, a distinguished philosopher, renowned for knowledge of many languages, is reported to have worked out many little works both in philosophy and in medicine, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. There are, however, some who write that he was a magician, and showed many marvels through that superstitious art; whether this is true I would not dare to affirm, since indeed I know nothing certain about it. For I do not recall that I have read anything from his little works, or ever seen them. Concerning these, however, the following are reported. A distinguished work divided into 110 distinctions, which he entitled On Every Kind of Medicine: one book. To Pope John XXII: one book. “In our first disputation...” Whether the Word in divine things is.

On Ecclesiastical Writers

On the book of Johannes Mesue; On Aristotle’s Problems; And certain other works. He translated Galen on black bile and on the regimen of health, with many other works. He flourished under Louis IV, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1320.

Albertus de Beka, a German by nation, from Guelders by homeland, of the Order of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, provincial prior of Lower Germany, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and outstandingly learned both in canon law and in Aristotelian philosophy, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence; he shone in his time no less brightly for his manner of life than for his learning. He wrote certain commendable little works, by which he brought his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these are reported:

On the Sentences; A Summa of the censures of the new law; On the rule of his order; And certain other works.

He also corrected the ordinal of his order with discerning care. He flourished in the times of Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1320.

Clement V, pope, born in Gascony, formerly called Bernard, bishop of Bordeaux, sat after Benedict XI in the chair of Peter for eight years and ten months. He was a learned and energetic man. By his command the Order of the Templars was destroyed throughout the whole world in one day. He celebrated the Council of Vienne, in which he enacted many things for the benefit of the Church. He composed the seventh book of Decretals, which John XXII, his successor, published, as is contained at the beginning of the same work. It is commonly called:

The Clementine Code; Also letters to various persons.

He died while Henry VII was governing the Roman Empire, in the year of the Lord 1313, in the twelfth indiction.

Petrus de Perpiniano, called Riminatione, a Catalan, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man most learned in the sacred Scriptures and a subtle expounder of scholastic philosophy, quick in intellect and an outstanding declaimer, produced many little works of reading not to be despised; by exercising in them the abundant vein of his talent, he made his name known also to posterity. Among these are reported:

Questions on the Sentences; On the whole Psalter; Various sermons.

Concerning the other works that he composed, however, nothing has come to my knowledge.

Derricus, of the Order of Friars Minor, a holy and learned man and an outstanding preacher of the divine word, assuming a pilgrimage on account of his most fervent love for it, penetrated Asia and India, where by preaching and teaching the evangelical faith of Christ he converted many from iniquity to the path of justice. His most holy life was confirmed by many signs both in the flesh and after death. Among other little works of his talent he wrote:

The history of his pilgrimage; Also various sermons; And certain letters.

He flourished in the times of Louis IV, emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1320.

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Francis Maronis, of the Order of Friars Minor, formerly a hearer of John Scotus, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in the teachings of the philosophers, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech, composed in style, constant in study, and sufficiently acute and very well suited for debating and resolving questions of the Scriptures. He wrote not a few excellent volumes of his talent, in which he both showed himself most learned and transmitted his name with glory to posterity. Of these, the following are reported:

On the Sentences, four books: Around the prologue of the first book. On formalities, one book. Various questions, one book. Sermons on the season, one book. Sermons on the saints, one book.

It is also said that he composed certain commentaries on the divine volumes and various other treatises, which have not yet at all come to my knowledge.

He flourished in the times of Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and of Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1320.

Bonaventure of Padua, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, once prior general and thereafter priest-cardinal of the holy Roman Church with the title of Saint Cecilia, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, ready in intellect and clear in eloquence, revered no less for his manner of life than for his knowledge, of great reputation in delivering sermons to the people; when he was most vigorously defending the liberty of the Church against tyrants, he was at last pierced by an arrow by the lord of Carrara and was crowned with martyrdom. He wrote very useful and elegant works:

Sermons on the season, one book: The desired one will come to all. Sermons on the saints, one book: But far be it from me to glory.

And certain other things.

He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1320.

William Ockham, English by nation, of the Order of Friars Minor, formerly a disciple of John Scotus, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in Aristotelian philosophy, subtle in intellect and clear in eloquence. He wrote certain little works on the Scriptures, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Acting and writing against John XXII, who condemned the heresy of the Fraticelli, together with Peter of Picenum, whom the emperor Louis had set up as an idol and had caused to be called Nicholas V, and declaring him to be a heretic, he was excommunicated by him. Fleeing to the emperor Louis, likewise excommunicated, he said to him: “O emperor, I will defend you with the word.” And so he remained excommunicated with the excommunicated man until the end of his life, and at last was absolved at death. He was a most vigorous opponent of Scotus his master, and attacked almost all of his sayings. He wrote:

An Apology, one book. On the Sentences, four books. Quodlibets also, one book. On the supporters of heretics, six books: In all curious matters. On the sacrament of the altar, one book.

And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of Louis, the fourth emperor, and of Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1320. And he was buried in the Munich convent of his order, in the province of Noricum, which is now called Bavaria, of which the emperor Louis had previously been duke.

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Alvarus, of the Order of Friars Minor, Spanish by nation, a hearer of John Scotus, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, held in esteem by John XXII, acted against William Ockham the Englishman in writings and in words. He published certain distinguished volumes of his talent, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these there is a great and notable work, describing the defects of ecclesiastical persons, which he entitled:

On the Lamentation of the Church, one book. Also The Mirror of Kings, one book. On the Sentences, one book. An Apology, one book. And certain other works.

He flourished at the same time as Ockham, under Louis, the fourth emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1320.

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Matthew Silvaticus, Mantuan by homeland, noble by birth, a physician by art and profession, in which faculty in his time he was considered both learned and experienced before many others; subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence. He wrote in that science volumes not to be despised, by which he brought his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these I have seen only a notable work, addressed to Robert, king of Sicily and physician, on all simple medicines and their properties, which he entitled:

Pandects, one book. Aaron in Greek; in Arabic.

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished under Louis, the fifth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1420.

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John Canonicus, of the order, as they say, of the Friars Preachers, and afterward, as [unclear]; once a hearer and disciple in the academy of Paris; a man learned in the divine Scriptures, and subtly instructed in secular philosophy; also not ignorant of both pontifical and imperial law. He is said to have composed certain distinguished little works, by which, exercising his talent, he also made his name known to posterity. But I have seen none of them. They are said to be:

On the Sentences, one book. Disputed Questions, one book. And certain other works.

He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1330.

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Durandus of Saint-Pourçain, of the Order of Friars Preachers, and afterward, as [unclear]; and not meanly instructed in secular philosophy; ready in intellect and distinguished in eloquence; an excellent declaimer of sermons; at first a defender of the writings of Saint Thomas Aquinas, but afterward a very fierce assailant of them. A certain shifting cause is reported for this change, to which I ought neither readily to give credence nor rashly to deny it. He wrote certain volumes not to be spurned, by which he made his name known. Among them are reported:

On the Sentences, one book. On the Instruction of the Clergy, one book. A Notable Summa, one book. Various Questions, one book. Diverse Sermons, one book.

The other things which he is said to have composed have not yet come to my knowledge.

Erenus of Boyo, Breton by nation, of the Order of the Friars of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel; a man most learned in every respect; a notable professor of sacred Scripture; of sharp and forceful intellect; sufficiently fit for solving questions of the Scriptures. He is said to have written several distinguished little works, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity with glory. Among these is found a notable work, as his followers report:

Book [unclear]. iii

On the Sentences; and Various Questions.

But he is also said to have composed certain other works, which have not come to my notice.

Petrus, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a man learned in the divine Scriptures through long practice, and a subtle and profound interpreter of scholastic philosophy, an acute disputant, an excellent preacher of sermons, sharp in intellect, scholastic in speech, published certain little works not to be despised. By fruitfully and usefully exercising his talent in them, he made his name known not only to those then living but also to future generations. Of these there are extant:

On the Sentences, four books; Sermons on the Season, one book; Sermons on the Saints, one book.

In addition, he adorned many books of Aristotle with most elegant commentaries. He flourished under Emperor Louis IV, in the year of the Lord 1320.

Stephanus of Asti, of the Order of Friars Minor, a man nobly learned in the divine Scriptures, a philosopher, an eminent jurist, distinguished in knowledge, profound in intellect, cautious in counsel, firm in judgment, composed in speech, is said to have forged various little works of his excellent talent, by which he made his name known both to those then living and to future generations. Of these I have seen only the necessary:

Summa on Cases:

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 84

On the Clementines: one book. Various Questions: one book. Of the rest I have found nothing. He flourished around the times of Louis the Fourth, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1330.

Johannes Andreas, an Italian by nation, a native of Bologna, a jurist most celebrated to the admiration of all, a fountain of canons and a most cautious interpreter of doubts, distinguished in talent, profound in knowledge, orderly in speech, who, contrary to the custom of men of our time, although he was bound by the ties of a wife, nevertheless devoted incredible zeal to letters, so that nothing could have been sweeter to him than to write something for the edification of posterity, as his distinguished volumes bear witness; by them he won eternal memory for his name. Of these I have been able to see a few:

On the Decretals: five books. On the Sixth Book of the Decretals: one book. On the Novellae, in two forms: three books. Additions to the Speculum: one book. The prefatory Mercuriale: one book. A Summa on betrothal and marriage: one book. On the Clementines: one book. On the praises of Saint Jerome: three books. On the tree of consanguinity: one book. Of the rest I have seen nothing.

At length he died of the plague and was buried at Bologna, under Charles the Fourth, emperor, and Pope Clement the Sixth, in the year of the Lord 1348, in the first indiction.

Cinus of Pistoia, born of the noble family of the Symbaldi, formerly hearer and disciple of the most distinguished man Dino of Mugello, and a close friend of Johannes Andreas, certainly the most learned of all in civil law in his time, subtle in talent, ready and very abundant in knowledge, published many little works in that faculty, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Code: nine books. On the first part of the Old Digest: one book. On the second part: one book. Additions on the remaining parts: one book. And many other things.

He flourished under Louis the Fourth, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Monaldus, of the Order of Friars Minor, a theologian and most learned jurist, subtle in talent, cautious in knowledge, scholastic in speech, a man of outstanding industry in delivering sermons to the people, published, for the benefit of the simple, little works not to be scorned even by a doctor; through them he usefully provided both for those then present and for those who would come long afterward. Of these the following are reported, necessary and very fine:

A Summa of canon law: one book. “Since one who is ignorant [unclear].” Questions on the Sentences: three books. Various sermons: one book. And very many other things, which have by no means come to our knowledge.

Oldradus de Laude, an Italian by nation, formerly a hearer of the very learned man Dino of Mugello, a very close friend of Johannes Andreas, a man highly skilled in both laws and also excellently imbued with the disciplines of philosophy, who for many years was a consistorial advocate, acquired great praise and glory for his learning. He wrote several distinguished little works in both laws, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these I have seen only:

A volume of counsels: one book. “In the name of the Lord, amen. In the case.” Of the rest I have seen nothing.

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He is said to have left behind many lectures on civil law, which I have not yet seen. He flourished under Emperor Louis IV, in the year of the Lord 1330.

Johannes de Blomendal, a German by nation, of the Order of Friars Minor, was a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy; outstanding in talent, distinguished in eloquence, and an excellent teacher in delivering sermons to the people. For the edification of the faithful he wrote volumes not to be despised, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these I have so far found only:

Sermons on the season, one book, “Take your weapons, your quiver.” Sermons on the saints, one book. Sermons for Lent, one book.

He flourished under Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1330.

Guido de Monte Rocherii, a man very devoted to the holy Scriptures, rich in reading of the ancients, distinguished in talent, scholastic in speech, wrote little works of his talent not to be scorned, by which he also made the memory of his name known among posterity. Of these I have seen only that well-known work, published in print, which he composed for the direction of simple priests and wished to be entitled:

The Handbook of Curates, three books, “Since, as the prophet says.”

I could not find any others. He flourished in the times of Emperor Louis IV and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord [unclear].

Johannes de Lineriis, a philosopher and the most celebrated astronomer of all in his time, magnificently restored this discipline, which had by now been almost erased from human memory. In this faculty he had as co-workers and associates men most learned in mathematical science: Johannes de Saxonia, Johannes de Muris, and Bernard, distinguished philosopher-astronomers, who themselves wrote various little works. As for the little works of this Johannes de Lineriis, although he wrote many splendid things, I have seen very few, namely:

Canons of the Primum Mobile, one book, “Of any arc set forth.” Tables of the same, one book. On the Sphere also, one book.

Of the rest I have found nothing. He flourished in the times of Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1330.

Johannes Danck of Saxony, a German by nation, contemporary of the aforesaid Johannes de Lineriis and associate in his studies, a man most learned in every respect, a philosopher and astronomer, among all of his time most celebrated, subtle and outstanding in talent, published many splendid and admirable little works, by which he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. But up to now I have found very few:

Canons on eclipses, one book, “The quantity of the eclipse of the sun.” Canons of the tables, one book, “The time of the fourth aspect.” On the Astrolabe, one book. On ascensions, one book.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Louis IV and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord [unclear].

Petrus de Palude, a Frenchman by nation, of the Order of Preachers, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy and canon law, an acute disputant and excellent declaimer, published certain splendid volumes on the holy Scriptures, by which he consigned his name to immortality. Of these

are reported: On the Sentences: four books. Various Questions: one book. And diverse sermons: one book. And many other things. He is also said to have adorned and expounded many books of the Bible with his commentaries.

Johannes Calderini, an Italian by birth, from Bologna as his native city, formerly a hearer and disciple of Johannes Andreae, a professor of canon law and a very [unclear] interpreter, not ignorant of secular philosophy and the divine Scriptures, ready in talent and clear in speech, wrote not a few volumes in his own faculty; by these, proving his talent through diligent exercise, he transmitted his name to the memory of posterity. Among these I have found a great and distinguished work, divided into three volumes of no small size, which he entitled: Repertory of Law: two books. A. This expression “a” sometimes. On the Decretals: five books. On ecclesiastical interdict: one book. Although many doubtful matters concerning. Many opinions: one book. Of the others I have seen nothing. He flourished under Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope Benedict XII, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Paulus de Liazariis, a hearer of Johannes Andreae of Bologna, a fellow-student of Johannes Calderini, a man most skilled in both laws, nobly instructed in the precepts of the philosophers, distinguished in talent and speech, who among the doctors of law in his time was not the least. He wrote, among other little works of his talent, a distinguished volume, as is said: On the Clementines: one book. And certain other things. He flourished in the times of Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope Benedict XII, in the year of the Lord 1440.

Lupold of Bebenburg, bishop of Bamberg, German by birth and, as they report, formerly a hearer of Johannes Andreae of Bologna, a very celebrated jurist, nobly learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, subtle in talent and distinguished in speech. He published little works not unworthy of reading, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity with great glory. Among these there is extant a distinguished work on the zeal of the Christian religion of the ancient princes of the Germans: one book. On the rights of the Roman Empire: one book. And certain other volumes on diverse subjects, which have not yet come to me. He flourished in the times of Louis, the fourth emperor, and Pope Benedict XII, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Nicolaus Mutinensis, a man nobly learned in both laws, especially in the laws, subtle in talent, scholastic in speech, cautious in knowledge and counsel. So that he might leave monuments of his talent to posterity, he wrote certain excellent volumes in civil law, by which he had made himself useful to those then present and known to those to come. Among these are reported: On the Code: nine books. On the Old Digest: twenty-four books. On the New Digest: twelve books. On the Infortiatum: thirteen books. And certain other things. He flourished in the times of Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope Benedict XII, in the year

in the year of the Lord 1340.

Lapus de Castellione, abbot of San Miniato, of the Order of the holy father Benedict, a jurist most learned among all men of his time, trained from his earliest age, as they say, in the disciplines of the courts, distinguished in talent, scholastic in speech, and an outstanding disputant of scholastic questions, whose authority among jurists is to be reckoned by no means slight. He wrote several treatises in his field. Of these there is extant a distinguished work:

His Allegations, one book. On the Clementines, one book. And many other things.

He flourished in the times of Louis IV, emperor, and Pope Benedict XII, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Guericus, abbot of Igny, a man by no means lowly learned in the divine Scriptures, easy in talent, sweet and composed in eloquence, sufficiently apt for persuasion, distinguished no less by his life and love of regular observance than by knowledge of the Scriptures. For the edification of simple devout brothers he wrote treatises not to be despised; in them, showing himself a useful and faithful shepherd of Christ’s sheep, he also made his name known to posterity. Of these I have found only a work of sermons on the temporal cycle and the saints through the circuit of the year, which he delivered:

To his brothers, one book. “We await the Savior.”

He also wrote letters.

As for the other things which he is said to have composed, I have so far been able to find nothing.

Henricus de Vrimaria, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, by nation, as they report, a German, a man from boyhood most studious and very learned in the holy Scriptures, second to none in his time in Aristotelian philosophy. For many years he was an outstanding doctor in the Parisian school; he shone forth, renowned for celebrated learning. He wrote many excellent volumes, among which the following are said to be:

On the Sentences, four books. Also Quodlibets, one book. On the Ten Commandments, one book. Flowers from the Conferences of the Fathers, twenty-four books. “Hear, O Israel, the commandments. In [unclear].” On the Perfection of Man, one book. “Because many things suitable for preaching.” On the Incarnation of the Word, one book. On the Fourfold Instinct, one book. “Other seed fell into the earth.” Exposition of the decree on the celebration of Mass, one book. Sermons on the Temporal Cycle, one book. On the Books of the Ethics, ten books. And many other things.

He flourished in the times of Louis IV, emperor, surnamed the Bavarian, and Pope Benedict XII, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Bartholomaeus de Osa, by homeland Bergomensis, a man studious in the divine Scriptures, notably learned in secular letters, a distinguished philosopher and historiographer, outstanding in talent and bright in eloquence. He is said to have produced some volumes of excellent learning, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these the following stands out:

A distinguished work of Histories, sixteen books.

He flourished under Louis IV, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Bartholomaeus Pisanus, of the Order of Preachers, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, most skilled in both laws, and in the knowledge of secular philosophy nobly

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learned, distinguished in talent, clear in speech, cautious in knowledge and counsel. He is said to have written certain excellent little works, of which I have seen only the Summa which they call the Pisan, a work indeed not to be rejected, which a few years ago was in use among plebeian confessors. The author entitled it:

The Summa [unclear], a book.

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished under Emperor Louis IV, and completed his Summa, as he himself testifies, in the year of the Lord 1338.

Albertus Brixianus, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a man zealous and learned in the holy Scriptures, and not slightly learned in both laws; also an outstanding declaimer of sermons, and no less holy than learned, since he is said to have shone even in life with miracles. Among the other monuments of his talent he wrote the notable:

Summa on cases, a book. Various sermons, a book. And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Louis IV, in the year of the Lord [1340?].

Ludolphus, of the Carthusian Order in the house of Strasbourg, a German by nation, sprung from the Saxon land, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters; gentle in disposition, sweet and well-ordered in speech, and also distinguished in life and conduct. He produced certain excellent little works of great devotion and deep learning, by which, nobly exercising his talent, he bestowed his name upon immortality. Of these I have seen only the following: a great and distinguished volume on the Gospel, which he entitled:

The Life of the Lord Jesus, “No one [can lay] another foundation.” Also on the Psalter, “As once manna [unclear].” Other works of his are also reported.

He flourished under Emperor Louis IV, in the year of the Lord [unclear].

Hermannus de Schildis, of the Order of Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man most zealous and very skilled in the divine writings, outstanding in talent, and no less distinguished in life than in learning and knowledge. He produced many excellent volumes, by which he showed the abundant vein of his talent and transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity with great praise and glory. Of these the following are reported:

On the First Book of the Sentences, a book. A reading on Genesis, a book. A double Hexaemeron, a book. On the Song of Songs, a book. On the subject matter of the Song of Songs, a book. On the Lord’s Prayer, in two ways, a book. On the Ave Maria, a book. A Breviloquium, a book. On the four senses of Scripture, a book. A Manual for Priests, a book. On the capital vices, a book. The Cloister of the Soul, a book. On the Conception of Saint Mary, a book. On the Method of Studying, a book. An Introduction to Law, a book. On True and False Friendship, a book. On the Canonical Hours, a book. On the Five Senses, a book.

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On the forty-two mansions: one book. Against the flagellants: one book. On the comparison of the Mass: one book. On the division of [unclear] of meter: one book. On the chapter Omnis utriusque: one book. Various sermons: one book. Preachable collations: one book. Of diverse questions: one book. On Aristotle's Rhetoric: one book. He published many other things besides, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished in the time of Louis IV, emperor, and Pope Benedict XII, in the year of the Lord 1340.

William of Kayotho, of the Order of Friars Preachers, provincial prior in France, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed both in canon law and in scholastic philosophy, subtle in talent and distinguished in eloquence, of excellent ability in delivering sermons to the people, wrote certain works not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name with praise to the knowledge of posterity. Of these there is said to be:

An abbreviation of the Summa of John the Teuton, which is called that of confessors: one book. “What is simony? [unclear].” Various sermons: one book. The rest that he composed have by no means come to our knowledge.

Peter de Casa, of Limoges, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, the fourteenth prior general, and afterward bishop of [Basionensis], and finally, as they say, patriarch of Jerusalem, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, ready in talent, distinguished in eloquence, learned and eloquent in delivering sermons to the people, published certain excellent volumes, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these there are said to be:

On the Sentences: three books. Sermons for the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. And certain other things. He flourished when he was elected prior general of his order from the convent of Limoges, under Louis IV, emperor, and Pope John XXII, in the year of the Lord 1330, in the thirteenth indiction. He vigorously ruled his order for twelve years.

Paul of Perugia, of the Order of Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount [Sophia], sufficiently instructed, subtle in talent, scholastic in speech, published several works of great authority; by exercising his brilliant talent in them, he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity with great glory. Of these there survives a very celebrated, almost divine work, which he recited in the Paris school:

On the Sentences: three books. Concerning the first book of the Sentences. Quodlibets also: one book. And certain other things. He flourished at Paris and completed his lectureship under Louis the Bavarian, fourth emperor, and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1354, in the twelfth indiction. And not long after that same lectureship of his he died at Paris and was buried there in the convent.

Bernardus Parentinus, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures, skilled through long practice and not moderately learned in scholastic disciplines, subtle in talent, distinguished in eloquence, of excellent reputation in delivering sermons to the people, wrote for the instruction of simple priests certain volumes not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Of these there survives:

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An Exposition of the Mass, one book: “Since the wise man cries out.” Various Sermons, one book. And many other things. He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Carmel: certainly a man most learned in the Holy Scriptures, and excellently instructed in secular philosophy; of sharp and vigorous intellect, scholastic eloquence, subtle in debating and resolving questions of the Scriptures. He wrote certain distinguished little works, by which he commended his memory to posterity. Of these there are extant:

On the Sentences, three books: “One conclusion having been proposed.” Various Determinations, one book: “It is asked whether [unclear].” Also Various Sermons, one book. The rest which he composed have not come to the knowledge of our reading.

John Estuidi, English by nation, a man easily the most learned of all in secular letters in his time, a philosopher and astronomer second to none, outstanding in talent, sweet in eloquence. He wrote certain distinguished little works of his talent, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these there is extant a notable work of judicial astrology, on the accidents of the world, which is commonly called:

The English Summa, two books: “My intention in this book.” Concerning the rest I have seen nothing. He flourished and completed the same Summa, as he acknowledges at its beginning, under Charles, the fourth emperor, and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1347, in the fifteenth indiction, on the eighteenth day before the Kalends of January.

Bernard, abbot of the monastery of Cassino, of the order of the holy father Benedict, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, outstanding in talent, distinguished in life, and an eminent cultivator and propagator of regular observance. He wrote certain distinguished little works for the edification of monks, by which he made his name known. Of these the following are extant:

Mirror of Monks, one book: “He reads in Proverbs: teaching.” On the Rule of Saint Benedict, one book. On the regular precepts, one book. Sermons to the Brothers, one book. He is also said to have composed many other things, which have by no means come down to us.

Simon of Cremona, of the order of the hermit friars of Saint Augustine, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of the liberal arts, outstanding in talent, renowned in eloquence, quite excellent in declaiming sermons to the people; indeed he labored at this office for a long time at Venice, where by word and example he instructed very many. He wrote little works, not to be despised, for the instruction of the aforementioned simple people. Of these the following are extant. To Antonius, his brother, a priest:

Sermons. On the Gospels, one book: “Lift up your heads, because.” Also On the Epistles, one book: “Let us cast off the works of darkness.” The rest which he composed have not yet come to the knowledge of our reading.

Peter Raymundi of Insula Grassa, French by nation, of the order of the friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, fifteenth prior general, who after Peter de Casa of Limoges vigorously ruled his order for ten years; a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular philosophy. He wrote elegantly:

On the Sentences, four books. And certain other things. He flourished, and was elected general from the convent of Carcassonne in the province of Narbonne

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...sis: under Emperor Louis IV and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1343, the eleventh indiction.

Reinerus of Forlì, a jurist most celebrated among all men in his time, teacher of Bartolus of Saxoferrato, a man distinguished in talent and eloquence, is said to have composed various little works in civil law, by which he transmitted the memory of his name with glory to posterity. But I have not been able to find any of them anywhere. He died under Emperor Charles IV and Pope Innocent VI, in the year of the Lord 1358, the eleventh indiction.

Simon of Cascia, of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech, and no less venerable for the holiness of his life than for his knowledge, since he is said to have been illumined by the spirit of prophecy in the Florentine convent, produced several volumes of great usefulness, in which he shows himself a learned and devout man. Among these I have found a notable work on the whole Gospel, commonly entitled:

The Deeds of the Savior, fifteen books. [A bono super bono creato?] On Christian Doctrine, one book. On Patience, one book. An Exposition of the Creed, one book. On the Mirror of the Cross, one book. On the Discipline of Spiritual Men, one book. Letters to Various Persons, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Louis IV, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Simon of Speyer, German by nation, of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, master of Paris, very learned in the holy Scriptures and skilled in Aristotelian philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in discourse, taught theology gloriously for a long time in the school of Cologne, and gained from all men great praise for his learning. He wrote a notable volume:

On the Sentences, four books. Also Against the Jews, one book. A Postil read at Cologne, one book. Besides these he produced some other works, but they have by no means come to our knowledge.

Ertorius, whom some call Fortanerius, of the order of Friars Minor, the nineteenth minister general, English by nation, Welsh by homeland, afterward archbishop of Ravenna and finally patriarch of Grado, cardinal of the most holy Roman Church, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, produced certain distinguished volumes, by which he made his name known also to posterity. Among these there exists a notable work:

On Augustine’s City of God, twenty-two books.

Of the rest I have found nothing. Finally, he is also said to have labored over compilations of the books of the Bible. He flourished; he was elected minister general of his order in the chapter at Marseille, under Emperor Charles IV and Pope Innocent VI, in the year of the Lord 1356, the ninth indiction.

Albericus Roxiatus, of Bergamo by homeland, an eminent professor of both laws, a very illustrious interpreter, also excellently learned in the other secular letters, ready in intellect and orderly in eloquence, produced many well-instructed volumes on the laws, by which he transmitted the memory of his name with praise to later generations. Of these the following are reported:

On the Code, twelve books. On the Old Digest, twenty-four books. On the New Digest, twelve books. On the Infortiatum, thirteen books. On the Institutes, four books.

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On the sixth book of the Decretals, one book. On Dante’s Comedies, one book. He also composed some other works, which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Johannes de Saxonia, of the Order of Friars Minor, German by nationality, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, sufficiently instructed both in canon law and in scholastic philosophy, and of excellent reputation in delivering sermons to the people. He published certain distinguished volumes of his talent, by which he made his name known also to posterity. Of these there is extant: A Summa on cases, one book. And other works which I have not seen. He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Gerardus de Senis, Italian by nationality, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man by no means moderately learned in the holy Scriptures, skilled through long exercise in both laws, subtle and acute in intellect; Johannes Andreas, his contemporary, often commends and cites his learning. He wrote some distinguished little works, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Of these, the following are said to be the more important: On the first book of the Sentences, one book. On contracts of usury, one book. On prescriptions, one book. I have found nothing concerning the rest. He flourished with Johannes Andreas, under Louis the Bavarian, the fourth emperor, and Pope Benedict XII, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Johannes de Rupe Scissa, of the Order of Friars Minor, very zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular philosophy; led astray by some spirit, lest I say induced, he began, as though a prophet, to foretell the desolation of the Catholic Church and certain other terrible things. He was cast into prison by the ministers of his order; a lying spirit was found in his mouth. He wrote in chains to a certain cardinal: His Revelations, one book, beginning: “Most reverend father in Christ.” Also on the four books of the Sentences. And certain other things. He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Gerardus, bishop of Savona, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, Bergamasque by homeland, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in canon law, subtle in intellect, renowned in eloquence, no less distinguished in life than in learning, composed for the use of readers little works not to be despised. By profitably exercising his talent in these, he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these they report: On the Sentences, three books. Two quodlibets, one [book]. On the Song of Songs, one book, beginning: “The two wings of the cherubim.” On the Epistle to the Hebrews, one [book]. On the sixth book of the Decretals, “On relics and the veneration of saints,” [unclear], in the year of the Lord 1340. He is also said to have written many other little works, which have not come to my knowledge. In the Parisian school he ascended the magisterial chair. He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Thomas de Garbo, Florentine by homeland, son of Dino, once a physician, a man learned and skilled in medicine, nobly instructed in the disciplines of the philosophers, adhering to the footsteps of his most learned father. He published, in his own faculty, little works not to be spurned by physicians, by which he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. Of these there is extant a very notable Summa of medicine, one book. And certain other works. He flourished in the times of Louis the Bavarian, fourth emperor of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1340.

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Alphonsus, bishop of Seville, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man very learned both in divine Scripture and in secular letters, and among the ecclesiastical doctors most celebrated in his own time, distinguished in intellect and eloquence. He published some volumes of great authority, by which he made his name known also to posterity. Of these I have found only the subtle and notable work:

On the Sentences, four books.

Of the rest I have learned nothing.

He flourished under Louis, the fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1340.

Johannes de Bachone, an Englishman, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man most learned in divine Scripture and excellently instructed both in canon law and in secular philosophy; in the school of Paris he shone with no less distinction in conduct than in learning, and afterwards, promoted to provincial of England, he vigorously governed his order by word and example. He wrote many notable volumes, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Among them the following are reported:

On the Gospel of Matthew, one book. On the Gospel of Mark, one book. On the Gospel of Luke, one book. On the Gospel of John, one book. On the Epistles of Paul, one book. On the Acts of the Apostles, one book. On the Canonical Epistles, one book. On the Apocalypse, one book. On the Sentences, one book. Various Quodlibets, one book. Mirror of His Order, one book. Defense of His Order, one book. Against the Jews, one book. On the Poverty of Christ, one book. On the Rule of His Order, one book. And many others.

He also published explanations on the books of blessed Augustine On the Holy Trinity and The City of God, and of Anselm, Why God Became Man and On the Incarnation of the Word; in all these he exercised his talent magnificently. He flourished in the times of Charles, the fourth emperor, and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1350.

Johannes Eligerus de Gonderbleuen, a German by nation, once a hearer of Johannes de Saxonia, the most distinguished astronomer; a man most learned in secular letters, a philosopher and astronomer most celebrated among all those of his time, and sufficiently imbued with divine Scripture; subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence. He wrote volumes in the mathematical science that are not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Among them the following are reported:

On the Construction of the Astrolabe, one book. On the Usefulness of the Astrolabe, one book. On the Usefulness of the Quadrant, one book. Also On the Magnet, one book. On the Astrogemeter, one book.

Ptolemy, king of the stars. With principal zeal and understanding. The uses of the new quadrant. About to treat of the magnet. The highest [unclear] for us. And several others.

He flourished in the times of Charles, the fourth emperor, and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1350.

Bvpertus, a Frenchman by nation, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man devoted to and learned in divine writings and excellently instructed in scholastic philosophy; distinguished in intellect, clear in speech. He published

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various little works on the Holy Scriptures; in these, splendidly exercising his talent, he made the memory of his name known even to posterity. He was also an excellent preacher of the divine word, and wrote many things useful to declaimers of sermons. Of these they report the following:

On the Sentences: 4 books On the Epistles of Paul: 14 books Sermons on the Season: 1 book Sermons on the Saints: 1 book

He composed many other things besides, which have not come to my knowledge.

Clement, the sixth pope, by homeland a Lemovician, formerly called Petrus Rogerii, abbot of [Fiscaniensis?] of the order of Saint Benedict, sat in the chair of Peter after Benedict XII for ten years and six months. He was a man learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular literature; an outstanding doctor of canon law, venerable no less in conduct than in knowledge; in delivering sermons to the people he was of excellent talent. He published certain distinguished little works, in which he showed the liveliness of his talent. Of these they report:

Various sermons: 1 book On the canonization of Yvo: 1 book On the approval of King Charles: 1 book Many collations: 1 book Letters to various persons: 1 book

And certain other things.

He died at Avignon, and was buried, under the emperor Charles IV, in the year of the Lord 1351, indiction 5.

Gregory of Rimini, prior general of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, was a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and very learned in scholastic philosophy, distinguished in talent and eloquence. In the school of Paris he won from all men great glory for his learning, since he shone forth most famously in life and doctrine. He wrote little works of no contemptible reading; of these they report the following as the more important:

On the Sentences: 4 books On the Epistles of Paul the Apostle: 14 books

And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of Charles IV, emperor, and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1350.

Philippus de Pergamo, prior of the monastery of Saint Mary de Avancia in Padua, of the order of our holy father Benedict, was a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular philosophy, excellent in talent and distinguished in eloquence. He wrote some little works of holy doctrine, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these I found only one large volume:

On the Ethics of Cato: 1 book He also wrote sermons for speaking: 1 book

The rest that he composed have by no means come to the knowledge of our reading.

Johannes de Beka, a German by nation, cleric of the church of Utrecht, was a man very devoted to and learned in the Holy Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular philosophy. He published certain little works of his talent that are not to be despised; of these I have seen only one work, written in a simple and open style, addressed to lord Johannes, bishop of the church of Utrecht, and to Guilhelmus, duke of Holland, concerning the deeds of the bishops of Utrecht and the counts of Holland. Bringing it down from the time of Saint Willebrord, the first bishop, as I have seen, to the year of the Lord 1346, he wished it to be entitled:

Chronicle of the Church of Utrecht: 1 book

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished in the times of Louis IV and likewise Charles IV, emperors, in the year

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Francis Petrarch, of Tuscan nationality, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, and in secular letters by far the most learned of all in his time, a philosopher, rhetorician, and very celebrated poet, who, after long silences, called the letters of humanity, dead, so to speak, back from the lower world to the upper, shone forth no less clearly for holy conduct than for knowledge. For from love of Christ and of salutary philosophy he entered upon the solitary life; persevering in it until death by meditating, praying, and writing, his fame was carried through the whole world.

Of his works I have found:

On the Solitary Life, one book, “I have known few men.” On the Remedies of Fortune, two books, “When things and fortunes...” On the Seven Penitential Psalms, one book. On the Conflict of Cares, one book. On the Present World, one book. On the Story of Griselda, one book. Bucolics, in meter, one book, “Eight...” [unclear] “in tranquil...” Letters to various persons, one book. Africa, to King Robert, one book. The Life of Scipio Africanus, one book. On Memorable Matters, one book. On the [pomeria?], to [Sagemor?], one book.

He also published many other works, which have by no means come into our hands. He died in his hermitage in the territory of Padua under Emperor Charles IV and Pope Gregory XI, in the year of the Lord 1373, in the twelfth indiction.

Michael de Massa, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures, learned, rich in reading of the ancients, and nobly instructed in secular letters, subtle in talent, distinguished in speech, and an excellent declaimer of sermons, also notable for the goodness of his life and conduct. He published many excellent volumes for the edification of the faithful, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Among them the following are reported:

On the Sentences, four books. On Isaiah the Prophet, one book. On the Gospel of Matthew, one book. On the Gospel of Mark, one book. On the Gospel of Luke, one book. On the Gospel of John, one book. On the Life of Christ, one book. On the Passion of the Lord, one book. On the Four Virtues, one book. Various Sermons, one book. And many other works.

Moreover, he is said to have labored elegantly on commentaries on many books of the Bible. He flourished in the times of Louis IV and likewise Charles IV, emperors, and of Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1350.

Richard de Bury, bishop of Durham, chancellor of Edward III, king of the English, to whom there is extant a letter of Francis Petrarch in response to an inquiry about the island of Thule, a man most devoted to and very learned in the divine Scriptures, and sufficiently instructed in secular letters; a singular and very celebrated lover of books. With many expenses and labors he founded a distinguished library in the University of Oxford, which he established there with incredible zeal for the public benefit of the students. He wrote a very beautiful treatise on the love of books and the establishment of the said library, which has now been printed, which he entitled in the Greek language:

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 90.

Philobiblon, one book, “A desirable treasure.” Several letters, one book. And certain other works. He flourished under Emperor Charles IV, in the year of the Lord 1350.

John [Walßgram?], an Englishman by nation, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly taught in secular philosophy, subtle and acute in intellect, adorned with the master’s cap in the school of Paris, shone forth as most celebrated in lecturing and disputing. He wrote certain excellent volumes, by which he made his name known. Among these there exists a distinguished work:

On the Sentences, three books. Various Questions, one book. The rest which he is said to have composed have not yet come to my knowledge.

John de Saxo, of the Order of the Friars Minor, learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly taught both in canon law and in secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, an outstanding preacher in delivering sermons to the people and very famous in his time. He produced certain small works of reading not to be despised, which are necessary for the instruction of simple priests. Of these I have found only:

A Summary of Law, one book. Sermons on the Season, one book. Sermons on the Saints, one book.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Charles IV and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1350.

Thomas of Argentina, a German by nation, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, after Gregory of Rimini prior general, a man most learned in the holy Scriptures and an excellent cultivator of secular philosophy, distinguished for his life and the honesty of his conduct, who wonderfully exalted his order by word and example. He wrote some excellent volumes on the Scriptures, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Among these there exists a very lucid work:

On the Sentences, three books, “The deep gave its voice.” Constitutions of his order, one book. And certain other works.

He flourished under Emperor Charles IV, in the year of the Lord 1350.

John Bramart of Aachen, a German by nation, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, provincial prior of Lower Germany, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and a most celebrated expounder of secular philosophy according to the custom of the scholastics of this time; distinguished in intellect and eloquence, an outstanding teacher in delivering sermons to the people. He wrote, for the usefulness of the faithful, small works not to be despised, by which, exercising his talent, he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Among these there are:

On the Sentences, four books. Various sermons, one book.

He is also said to have written many other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

Henry of Erfurt, a German by nation, [unclear] in the divine Scriptures by long study, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence. He wrote some volumes for the edification of the Church, by which he made his name known to many by report. Among these an historical work is reported:

On Memorable Deeds, one book. And certain other works.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Charles IV and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1350.

John of Erfurt, a German by nation, a Thuringian by homeland, of the Order of the Friars Minor, an enlightened doctor in the divine Scriptures both in

in law as well as in secular philosophy, nobly and excellently learned. He published several works of great authority, in which he showed even to posterity the power of his most excellent talent. Of these I have seen only the large volume which he entitled:

A Table of Law: book 1. “Quoniam, as it is written, XII, question II.” A Summary on Cases: book 2. “Asked by the brothers that to them.”

I have seen nothing of the others. It is said, however, that he composed elegant sermons, but they have not reached me.

John Tacesphale, an Englishman by birth, of the order of the brothers of blessed Mary ever virgin of Mount Carmel, a learned doctor of the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, subtle in talent, composed in speech, the most celebrated preacher of all sermons in his time. He published works not to be despised in reading; by these, exercising his talent usefully, he transmitted his name with praise to the knowledge of posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Sentences: books 4. On the Apocalypse of John: book 1. Sermons on the Season: book 1. Sermons on the Saints: book 1. And certain others.

He flourished in his convent at Norwich, where, buried, he rests in peace.

Rupert Holkoth, an Englishman by birth, of the order of preachers, a man most learned in divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, outstanding in talent and distinguished in eloquence, and also an excellent preacher of sermons. He wrote many outstanding works, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

Whether every wayfarer. “The Lord is my rock and my strength.” “This is the way; walk in it.” Theodosius on the Life [unclear]. On the Sentences: books 4. On the Book of Wisdom: book 1. On the Seven Deadly Sins: book 1. Moralizations: book 1. On the Immortality of the Soul: book [unclear]. On the Song of Songs: book [unclear]. On Ecclesiasticus, unfinished: book [unclear]. And many others.

He died of the plague, after he had begun his lecture on the Book of Ecclesiasticus, under Charles, fourth emperor, and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1349, in the second indiction.

Nicholas Dorbin, an Englishman by birth, of the order of the brothers of most blessed Mary ever virgin of Mount Carmel, a man learned in divine Scriptures and excellently taught in secular philosophy, who in the University of Oxford, by lecturing and disputing, earned great praise from all. He wrote works not to be scorned in reading, by which he showed the rich and varied vein of his very lively talent. Of these there are extant:

Whether every wayfarer. “The Lord is my rock and my strength.” “This is the way; walk in it.” Theodosius on the Life [unclear]. On the Sentences: books 4. Determinations of Questions: book 1. And certain others.

He flourished in the school at Oxford, and wrote many various volumes.

Paul of Perugia, professor of both laws and a most celebrated interpreter, and excellently learned in other humane letters, perfectly trained in Greek and Latin eloquence, was for a long time keeper and master of the library of Rupert, king of Sicily, a most learned and most studious prince. He wrote certain outstanding works by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these there is extant a distinguished volume, in which there are many pleasant and useful things concerning the gods of the gentiles and of others, which he entitled:

Collections: book 1. And certain others.

He flourished in the times of Charles, fourth emperor, in the year of the Lord 1350.

Bonominus, a native of Bergamo, born in the town of Clusone, a learned physician and easily the most skilled of all in his time, and in the other disciplines of philosophy of no mediocre

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 9[unclear] learned, most experienced in healing human bodies. In that faculty he wrote works not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. But I do not remember having seen any of them. The following of his are reported:

On Poisons, one book; Various Questions, one book; and certain others.

He flourished in the time of Charles IV, emperor, and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1350.

Hilmannus of Aachen, a German by nation, of the Order of the Brothers of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a distinguished professor of sacred letters, outstanding in talent and an excellent declaimer, and also quite sufficiently learned in secular philosophy, which they call Aristotelian, wrote, for the use of readers, treatises not to be despised, by which he sent the fame of his name to distant places. Of these, one particularly noteworthy lecture is reported, which he read publicly at Cologne:

On the Gospel of Matthew, one book; also On the Sentences, four books. He is also said to have composed various sermons and commentaries on the Bible; about these, since I am uncertain, I can judge nothing certain.

Bartolus of Saxoferrato, once a hearer of the doctors Cinus and Jacobus Bothigarius, had few equals in the age: subtle and acute in talent, polished and eloquent in speech. He published certain excellent volumes, especially on the laws; how great their authority is today among jurists, no one even slightly learned and experienced is ignorant. Among them are reported the following distinguished commentaries on civil law:

On the Code, nine books; On the Old Digest, twenty-four books; On the New Digest, twelve books; On the Infortiatum, thirteen books; On the Institutes, three books; also Tiberias, one book; also Counsels, one book; On the Guelphs and Ghibellines, one book; and many others.

He died under Charles IV, emperor, and Pope Innocent VI, in the year of the Lord 1355, in the eighth indiction, and in the fifty-sixth year of his age.

Bertrus Thomas, of the Order of the Brothers of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, first bishop of Patti, then archbishop of Crete, and most recently patriarch of Constantinople, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, most holy in life and conduct, since indeed, alive and dead, he is read to have shone with many signs and miracles, was of excellent talent in delivering sermons to the people.

He wrote certain excellent volumes, of which the following are reported:

On the Sentences, three books; also various sermons, one book; and certain similar things.

He flourished in the time of Charles IV, emperor, and Pope Clement VI, in the year of the Lord 1350. And he was buried in Cyprus.

Bartholomaeus, of the Order of the Brothers of Saint Francis, an Englishman by nation, a man most devoted to the divine writings and not slightly learned, and sufficiently imbued with secular letters, and no less distinguished in religious conduct than in knowledge. He published works of authority not to be despised, whose reading is judged necessary for the simpler brothers. Among these I found only the volume which he entitled:

A book, "Since the properties of things follow..."

On the properties of things: nineteen books. Various sermons: one book. He is said also to have written many other things, but they have by no means come into our hands.

Petrus Boherius, abbot of Saint Avianus, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a jurist, an eminent cultivator of sacred Scripture, subtle in intellect, distinguished in speech, a most celebrated director of monastic discipline, produced for the edification of his brothers several little works, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Of these I have found only:

On the Rule of Saint Benedict: one book. On the Mirror of Monks: one book. On the signs of utterances: one book. Of the rest I have seen nothing.

Since he was a most celebrated doctor of decrees, he commented on the Rule of the holy father Benedict in a new and unusual kind of exposition, comparing all its chapters, judgments, doctrines, and also, what requires greater diligence, its words, counsels, and precepts with pontifical law, and with admirable subtlety confirmed them by the canons of the fathers. He flourished in the times of Charles IV, emperor, and Pope Innocent VI, in the year of the Lord 1360.

Jacobus de Altavilla, German by nation, of Rinaugia by homeland, of the diocese of Mainz, a most learned professor of sacred letters, nobly instructed in secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, produced several notable little works on the divine Scriptures, by which he destined his name for the knowledge of posterity. Of these I have hitherto been found worthy to see only a notable volume:

On the Sentences: four books. Also various Questions: one book.

He flourished in the times of Charles IV, emperor, and Pope Innocent VI, in the year of the Lord 1360.

Johannes de Ymenhusen, German by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, ready in intellect, cautious in knowledge, scholastic in speech, an outstanding teacher no less by example than by word, wrote certain excellent volumes, not to be despised in reading; by these, magnificently exercising his intellect, he also made known to posterity the memory of his name. Of these I have found only:

On the Sentences: three books. Elegant sermons: one book. Of the others I have seen nothing.

He flourished under Charles IV, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1360.

Petrus Berthorius, French by nation, of Poitiers by homeland, prior of the monastery of Saint Eligius at Paris, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a man most studious in the divine writings, very learned, and notably instructed in secular letters, of excellent intellect in declaiming sermons to the people, an outstanding philosopher, historian, and cosmographer, wrote many excellent volumes, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Of these the following are reported. To Johannes de Pratis, bishop of Palestrina, cardinal of the holy Roman Church, he wrote a great and distinguished work, now printed in three volumes, not useless for the simpler preachers, which they call the Dictionary, but he himself wished it to be entitled:

Moral Repertory: three books. "To the reverend father in Christ, lord..." Also Moral Reductory: four books. "See how not only in the..." Moral Inductory: one book. "Considering the beginning of history..." He wrote a Cosmography: one book. Various sermons: two books. And many other things.

Finally, at the instance of Johannes, king of France, he translated Titus Livius into the French language.

And it should be noted that of the three moral works which we marked down in the first place, each one of the three

consists of large volumes; of these, one part of the moral Reductorium, embracing in a moral sense all the historical books of the Bible, has been printed, and it begins from Genesis thus: “God, in the creation of the world,” etc. Letters of his to various persons are reported, and small but many treatises.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Charles IV and Pope Innocent VI, in the year of the Lord 1360.

Johannes de Tambacho, a German by nation, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a man much practiced and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular philosophy either, outstanding in talent, composed in expression with scholastic brilliance, published certain volumes not to be despised, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these I have found only the following: a great work, not to be rejected, against the weapons of raging adverse [fortune?], no less useful than pleasant, which he wished to be entitled:

The Consolation of Theology, 15 books. “Whatever things have been written,” etc. On the Sensible Delights of Paradise, 1 book. “You were in the delights of the paradise of God.” He published Sermons, 1 book. And certain other works.

He flourished under Emperor Charles IV, in the year of the Lord 1360.

Leonardus de Chifano, of the Order of Friars Minor of Saint Francis, the twenty-fourth minister general, and thereafter priest-cardinal of the Roman Church, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, very skilled in secular philosophy, subtle in talent, distinguished in eloquence. He is said to have left many monuments of his talent. Of these I have found very few:

On the Sentences, 3 books. On the Song of Songs, 1 book. A notable Summa, 1 book. Various Sermons, 1 book.

He flourished under Emperor Charles IV, in the year of the Lord 1370.

Johannes Balistarii, a Catalan by country, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, the seventeenth prior general, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, who governed his order vigorously in deed and word for sixteen years, composed distinguished monuments of his talent. Of these there are reported:

On the Sentences, 4 books. On the War of the Church Militant, 1 book. Various Sermons, 1 book. And certain other works.

The aforesaid distinguished work On the Strong War of the Church Militant, against Antichrist assailing it, he sent dedicated to Pope Gregory XI. He died in the times of Emperor Charles IV and Pope Gregory XI, in the year of the Lord 1373, in the twelfth indiction, in his convent of Majorca.

Johannes Boccacius of Certaldo, an Italian by nation, a Florentine by country, a man easily the most learned of all in secular letters in his time, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, a poet, philosopher, astronomer, subtle in talent, eloquent in speech, published many distinguished volumes, by which he brought his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these the following are reported. To Robert, king of Sicily:

On the Genealogy of the Gods, 14 books. “If sufficiently from the things reported, lord.” On Illustrious Men, 1 book. “As I was seeking what.” On Famous Women, [unclear] book. “On the day before, distinguished among women.” On the Heresies of the Bohemians, [unclear] book. “I had indeed risen weary.” On the Victories of Sigismund, [unclear] book. On the Wars of the Emperors, [unclear] book. On Mountains, 1 book. “Afterwards concerning mountains [unclear].” On Springs, 1 book.

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On rivers: one book. On the wars of the Florentines: one book. On the rebellion of the lands of the Church: one book. On the victory of the Tartars: one book. On pools and marshes: one book. On the names of the sea: one book. Bucolics: one book. On the capture of Constantinople: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. And many other things.

In the vernacular language, moreover, many books of his are extant, full of jests and vanities, such as the book of the Hundred Tales; Corbatius; Philostratus. He died under Emperor Charles IV and Pope Gregory XI, in the year of the Lord 1375, in the thirteenth indiction, at the age of sixty-two.

Johannes Hildesheimensis, German by nation, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, learned in the Holy Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular letters, an outstanding philosopher and poet, was of excellent talent in delivering sermons to the people. He was formerly at Avignon the devoted household servant of blessed Peter Thomas, the General, a most holy man, of whom we made mention above. He wrote many distinguished little works in verse and prose, by which he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. Of these, the following are reported. To Florentius, bishop of Münster, he published a lengthy volume:

On the Three Holy Kings: one book. A Chronicle of Histories: one book. A Defence of His Order: one book. On Monsters in the Church: one book. On the Fountain of Life: one book. On Antichrist: one book. Against the Jews: one book. Against One Painting Shameful Things: one book. Eighty Letters: one book. Various Sermons: one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the time of Emperor Charles IV, in the year of the Lord 1370.

Johannes Marronis, English by nation, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, outstanding in secular philosophy [unclear]. He composed certain distinguished little works commending his talent, by which he also made his name known to posterity. Among these there is said to be the notable work which he entitled:

A Table of Originals: one book. Against the Wycliffites: one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the school of Oxford, where by teaching, disputing, and writing he earned great praise from all, at about the time when the errors of John Wyclif were condemned by the archbishop of Canterbury.

Johannes Golein, Norman by homeland, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, prior of the convent of Rouen, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures and sufficiently instructed in secular letters, subtle in talent and distinguished in eloquence, wrote little works of no contemptible authority, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these there is extant a notable work:

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On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 93

On the Sentences: three books. On the office of the Mass: one book. Sing to the Lord a new song. Various questions. He also published some other works besides, which have by no means come into our hands.

Heinricus de Dolendorp, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man learned by long exercise in the divine Scriptures and perfectly instructed in the disciplines of worldly philosophy, which they call Aristotelian; acute in intellect and very capable at debating and unraveling scholastic questions. He wrote, for the instruction of readers, certain excellent volumes. Of these I have found only four books: On the Sentences. Of the rest I have found nothing. He flourished in the times of Charles IV, emperor, and Urban V, pope, in the year of the Lord 1370.

Gallus, abbot of the monastery of Aula Regia in Bohemia, of the Order, as they say, of the Cistercians, German by nation, a man skilled by long exercise in the divine Scriptures and rich in reading of the ancients; an outstanding contemplator of divine things, subtle in intellect, clear and orderly in speech, and also distinguished in the regular conduct of life. For the edification of his brothers he published certain excellent volumes, by which he sent his name on to the knowledge of posterity. Of these there is extant a great and notable dialogue between father and son, which he entitled: The Pomegranate: three books. Son, when you approach service. Sermons to the brothers: one book. Today there is great use of this volume, The Pomegranate, among truly devout religious, because it is suitable for beginners, for those making progress, and for the perfect.

Richard, archbishop of Armagh and primate of Ireland, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy and canon law; eminent in intellect, scholastic in discourse, and of excellent industry in delivering sermons to the people. He wrote some little works of his intellect, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. When he once preached to the people on the matter of mendicancy, he put forward nine conclusions; offended by these, the mendicant friars appealed before the people to the Apostolic See. Therefore, when both the archbishop and the friars appeared at Avignon before Pope Innocent VI and the cardinals, in the year of the Lord 1357, on the eighth of the month, Archbishop Richard publicly set forth, read, and pronounced: his Propositions: book [unclear]. He also wrote Sermons: book [unclear]. Questions on the Sentences: book [unclear]. And certain other things. Do not judge according to... He flourished in the times of Charles IV, emperor, and Innocent VI, pope, in the year of the Lord 1370.

Matthew of Kraków, Polish by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy; ready in intellect, scholastic in speech. Raised to the master's chair in the Prague school, he earned great praise from everyone for his learning. He wrote many excellent little works, though only a few of them have come into our hands. I have seen his work, not to be rejected, addressed to Heinrich, bishop of the church of Warmia, on predestination, namely that God made all things well; the speakers in this dialogue are father and son. He entitled it: Rationale of Divine Works: seven books. I should like it to be explained how. Also On Contracts: one book. On the transfer of temporal things. On the celebration of Mass: one book. To the bishop of Warmia: one book. Letters to various persons: one book.

Book Sermons, conferences. He flourished first in the Prague studium; then, when he was driven out for a time with the other Germans by the Hussites, he taught letters in the Parisian academy.

Johannes Fust, a German by nationality, from the town of Kreuznach in the county of Sponheim, of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, prior of Strasbourg, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, of excellent talent in delivering sermons to the people, wrote, while he was still lector in the convent of Kreuznach, some not contemptible little works for the instruction of simple preachers, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these we have seen:

Sermons on the Season: one book. Sermons on the Saints: one book. Weekday Sermons for Lent: one book.

But of the other things which he composed, nothing has yet come into our hands. He is said to have flourished at Kreuznach around the time of Emperor Charles IV. The convent at Kreuznach has the originals of the sermons of the said Fust.

Gerardus Magnus of Deventer, a German by nationality, of the diocese of Utrecht, a man excellently learned both in the divine Scriptures and in canon law, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, who first established at Deventer the house of the brothers whom they call “of the Common Life.” He wrote several little works of not contemptible reading, by which, exercising his talent, he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. For he was renowned throughout all Germany not only for learning, but also for religious life and praiseworthy conduct. Of his little works they report these:

On Contracts and [Usury?]: one book. On the Instruction of Novices: one book. On the Letting of Pastoral Care: one book. On the Interior Life: one book. On the Government of Nuns: one book. On the Disadvantages of Marriage: one book. Letters to Various Persons: one book. Various Sermons: one book. And many other things.

He died under Emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Urban VI, in the year of the Lord 1384, in the seventh indiction, in the forty-fourth year of his age.

[unclear], [of the order of the brothers of Blessed Ma]ry ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, learned in the divine Scriptures, of excellent and vigorous talent in preaching to the people. He wrote not contemptible little works for preachers of the divine word, by which he made his name known to many. Of these the following notable items are extant:

A Certain Lecture: one book. Sermons on the Season: one book. Sermons on the Saints: one book.

He flourished in the [Cambridge?] academy in England, where by writing and disputing he acquired great glory for his learning.

Franciscus Martini, of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a Catalan by nationality, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, an outstanding declaimer. He published a distinguished volume, furnished with much diligence, on the holy and most pure conception of the glorious Virgin Mother of God, which he entitled:

Compendium: seven books.

And certain other things. He flourished in the convent of Barcelona, where the aforesaid golden work

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 94 ... he declares in its heading: in the times of Emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1390.

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James of Lausanne, of the Order of Preaching Friars of St Dominic, and, as they report, bishop of a certain city, a man most devoted to the divine Scriptures and skilled by long practice, ready in intellect, scholastic in speech, and quite distinguished in delivering sermons to the people. He wrote little works of no contemptible usefulness, by which he made his name known to posterity. Among these they report:

On Genesis, one book: “In the beginning God created.” On Exodus, one book: “I shall come to you,” etc. On Leviticus, one book. On the Book of Numbers, one book. On Deuteronomy, one book: “As in the day [unclear].” Sermons on the season, one book: “I am fixed with Christ to the cross.” Sermons on the saints, one book. Lenten sermons, one book. He also published many other things: lectures on the sacred books, conferences, various determinations, and treatises, which have not come into our hands.

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Conrad of Alzey, a town of the diocese of Mainz in the Palatinate, three miles distant from Worms, a German by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and excellently taught in secular letters, a philosopher, poet, and mathematician most celebrated among the Germans in his time, subtle in intellect and clear in eloquence, excellent in verse and prose. In both styles he wrote certain distinguished little works, by which he made his mind known. Among these there is extant a volume, adorned with beautiful variety in verses and rhythms, concerning the most holy and most pure Mary, Mother of God, and the redemption of the human race, entitled:

The Work of Figures, one book. Letters to Various Persons, one book. Poems also, one book. And many other things.

He flourished around the times of Emperor Charles IV, in the year of the Lord 1370.

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Stephen Petringon, an Englishman by nation, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect and a most acute disputant, and very renowned in delivering sermons to the people. He published little works not to be spurned, by which he brought his name to the knowledge of many. Among these are:

Against the Wycliffites, one book. A Repertory of Arguments, one book. A Certain Notable Lecture, one book. Sermons on the season, one book. Sermons on the saints, one book. And not a few other things.

He flourished in the University of Oxford, at the time when John Wycliffe was [unclear].

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Bertram, bishop of Thessalonica, of the Order of Preaching Friars, a German by nation, vicar in pontificals of the bishop of Metz, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and among the most famous doctors of his time, outstanding in intellect and clear in eloquence, and also an excellent declaimer of sermons. He wrote to Cuno, archbishop of Trier, a distinguished work entitled:

On the Illusions of Demons, one book: “To the most reverend father in Christ.” To the same, On Schism, one book: “The wise shall possess glory.” Various sermons, one book. And several other things.

He died under Emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Urban VI, in the year of the Lord 1387, on the fourteenth day before the Kalends of February, in the tenth indiction. He was buried in his convent at [Coeluestinum?].

Thomas Lombe, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, an Englishman by nation, a man learned in the holy Scriptures by long practice and daily study, and well instructed in the precepts of the philosophers, subtle and keen in intellect; in the school of Oxford, after attaining the magisterial chair, he earned great praise for his learning. He wrote an excellent work:

On the Sentences, four books. Against the Lollards, one book. On the Incarnation of the Lord, [unclear]. Sermons, [unclear] books. And various questions. And certain other things.

He flourished in the University of Oxford, especially at the time when John Wycliffe in England was exhumed and publicly burned.

Philip Riboti, a Catalan by nation, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, and provincial prior of Catalonia, a man devoted to and learned in the holy Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular letters, venerable also in life and conduct, and an excellent lover and cultivator of the Carmelite Order. For the edification of the brethren he wrote little works by no means contemptible; in these, showing the fervor of a spiritual heart toward his religion, he also commended the memory of his name to posterity. Among these there is extant a volume not to be rejected, concerning the first institution, enlargement, and confirmation of his order, which he entitled concerning the deeds:

Of the Carmelites in Particular, ten books: “When the Israelite people.” On Illustrious Men of the Carmelites, one book. Sermons and letters.

Moreover he composed several other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

Nicolaus Rizonis, by homeland a Toulousain, of the order of the brothers of blessed Mary ever virgin of Mount Carmel, and provincial prior in the kingdom of Sicily: a learned man, distinguished in life and conduct, an excellent preacher of sermons, subtle in intellect and lucid in speech. He published some little works on the Scriptures, whose [unclear] will not be contemptible to preachers of the word. Of these they report:

Sermons on the Temporal Cycle, book 1. Sermons on the Saints, book 1. A twofold Lenten collection, books 2.

Concerning the other things which he composed, nothing has yet come to my knowledge.

Henricus de [Kalkar?], by nation a German, of the Carthusian order, and prior of the house of Saint Barbara in Cologne Agrippina: a man having an intellect enlightened in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant either of secular letters, notable in life and conduct. He published little works not to be despised in reading, whose [unclear] is judged very useful for religious and devout brothers. Among them they report these:

Monastic Exercises, book [unclear]. A [Loquagum?] on Rhetoric, book [unclear]. A [Cantuagum?] on Music, book [unclear]. On the Origin of His Order, book [unclear].

And certain other things, pertaining especially to the cleansing of consciences. He flourished under the emperor Wenceslaus, in the year of the Lord 1390.

Richardus Maydescon, of the order of the brothers of blessed Mary ever virgin of Mount Carmel, by nation an Englishman: a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, and excellently taught in secular philosophy, which they call Aristotelian; bright in intellect, scholastic in speech, and a distinguished preacher. He wrote many commendable little works, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these I have found:

Against the Lollards of Wycliffe. Sermons on the Temporal Cycle. Sermons on the Saints. The rest are unknown to me.

He flourished in the school of Oxford especially at that time when the heresy of John Wycliffe began to spring up in England; and he wrote various things.

Marsilius de Inghen, by nation an Englishman: a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and most nobly taught in secular philosophy; the first founder of the Heidelberg school, which Rupert, duke of Bavaria and count palatine of the Rhine, magnificently endowed when he established it, and Pope Urban VI confirmed on the model of Paris; also, as Wimpheling testifies, canon and treasurer of the church of Saint Andrew of Cologne. He published little works not to be despised, by which he made his name known to posterity. Among these, in the library of Heidelberg, they have today, written in his own hand:

Questions on the Sentences. A Notable Dialectic. Commentaries on Aristotle. And certain other things.

He died under the emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1393, on the fourteenth day before the Kalends of September, in the second indiction. He was buried at Heidelberg in the church of Saint Peter. There are some who write that he was a German; to them I freely grant their judgment. It is certain, however, that he was called from the school of Paris to Heidelberg for the beginning of the university.

Johannes, monk of the monastery of Castell, in the diocese of Eichstatt, of the order of Saint Benedict, by nation a German: a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular letters; excellent in intellect and eloquent in speech; a distinguished theologian, philosopher, and rhetorician. He wrote many excellent volumes, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among these I have found only: a great and most famous work, divided into two volumes, which with immense and commendable study [unclear]

On the Rule of Saint Benedict. A Breviary of the Bible. Sermons on the Temporal Cycle. Sermons on the Saints. Sermons on the Passion of the Lord, 42. Letters to Various Persons.

Moreover he published many other things, which have not yet come to my knowledge.

Conradus de Monte Puellarum, by nation a German, canon of the church of Regensburg: a man learned in the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular philosophy, subtle in intellect and bright in eloquence. First, receiving the rudiments of the liberal arts in the school of Erfurt, he then betook himself to the university of Paris, where, publicly lecturing to students on philosophy and sacred letters for eight years, he was adorned with the badge of the doctorate. He wrote to Lord Lupold, bishop of Bamberg, a great and noble work which he entitled [Concerning?] the Greeks:

Economics. Monastics, to the duke of Austria. Politics also. Various Questions.

And many other things. He flourished in the times of the emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Urban VI, in the year of the Lord 1390.

Henricus Boyc, by nation a Breton, from the diocese of Leon, as he testifies at the beginning of his work on the Decretals: a man most learned in canon law and in scholastic philosophy

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[unclear] nobly learned; outstanding in ability and renowned for eloquence; diffuse and copious in thought. He wrote in that faculty volumes not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Decretals, five books, “Venerabilibus discretis.” On the Sixth of the Decretals, one book. On the Clementines, one book.

It is also reported that he published commentaries on the Decrees, and various other treatises on diverse matters, which have by no means come into our hands.

Johannes Ruysbroeck, prior of the regular canons of Groenendaal in Brabant, in the diocese of Cambrai, of German nation, a man, as they say, devout but little learned, wrote in his native tongue certain little works for the edification of the simple. These were afterward turned into Latin by another; in some respects they are excellent, but in certain points they are said by the doctors to be erroneous. And concerning these Johannes de Gerson, chancellor of Paris, composed advisements. Of them these are reported:

On the Adornment of Spiritual Nuptials, three books, “Ecce sponsus venit ex.” On the Progress of Religious, one book. Exhortatory Letters, one book. And certain others.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1390.

Johannes Schodehouen, of German nation, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, prior of Mechelen, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular philosophy, of excellent talent in delivering sermons to the people, wrote for the use of preachers of the word of God volumes not to be despised. Of these the following are extant: a distinguished work on vices and virtues, and on every preach-able subject according to alphabetical order, in two volumes, which he entitled:

Polypodium, three books, “Abscondunt se multi.” Various Sermons, one book. He also published some other works, which have by no means come into our hands.

Ostemper [unclear] Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular philosophy and canon law, whom Pope Urban VI first appointed vicar of the whole order; finally elected general in the year of the Lord 1381, he governed the order under the obedience of Pope Urban for nine years. He wrote many excellent volumes, of which these are reported. To the Cardinal of Santa Maria in Trastevere, a distinguished and excellent work:

On the Conception of Saint Mary, one book. Questions on the Sentences, one book. On the Whole Psalter, five books. On the Gospel of Matthew, one book. A Table of the Sentences, three books. On the Gospel of Luke, one book. Lenten Sermons, one book. He began a Dictionary, three books. On Valerius Maximus, one book. And certain others. A Table of the Moralia of Gregory, one book, “Erant ambo [unclear] Isidorus.” On the Ethics of Aristotle, one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 96

Prevented by death, he did not complete this divine work of the new dictionary, but brought it through only from A as far as C inclusive, in three volumes. He died in the last year of the emperor Wenceslaus, under Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1416, on the Kalends of December, in the seventh indiction. And, honorably buried before the high altar of his convent at Bologna, he rests in the peace of Christ.

Philippus Ferrariensis, of Toulouse, bishop of the church of Pax in Spain, of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, an excellent declaimer of sermons, ready in talent, distinguished in eloquence, once preaching in the kingdom of Sicily, converted many from iniquity and brought forth great fruits of his learning for God. He wrote elegant works:

Sermons on the season, one book. Sermons on the saints, one book. And certain other things.

There are some who write that, because of his exceptional learning and the uprightness of his life, he was raised to the honor of the cardinalate; of this I am not certain.

Alterus Disse, English by nation, of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, nuncio and legate of Pope Boniface IX in the kingdoms of England, Spain, Portugal, and Aragon, in the parts of Gascony, and in the other lands and kingdoms, preaching the cross against infidel schismatics; a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, an excellent declaimer of sermons. He wrote not-to-be-despised little works, by which he made his name known. Of these there are extant:

Against the Lollards, one book. On the schism also, one book. On some psalms, one book. Sermons on the season, one book. Sermons on the saints, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of the emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1390.

Gerardus Zutphaniensis, German by nation, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant also of secular letters, subtle in talent, distinguished in eloquence, and no less to be preferred for his manner of life than for his knowledge of the Scriptures. He published certain little works pertaining to the instruction of devout brothers, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Of these I have seen only:

On Interior Reformation, one book, “A certain man went down from...” On Spiritual Ascent, one book, “Blessed is the man whose help is...” Various sermons, one book. Concerning the rest I have found nothing.

From his writings it appears that he was a devout and religious man, of some order, though it is not known by us. There are indeed those who write that he was a canon regular; we pass this over as probable. He flourished in the school of Cologne. He wrote various things.

Johannes de Hisdinio, of the order of the brothers of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem, a man learned in the divine writings, not ignorant of secular philosophy, a distinguished doctor of sacred Scripture, an excellent declaimer of sermons, acute in talent and composed in eloquence. He published many splendid volumes; at the University of Paris he delivered many elegant lectures. Of these the following are extant:

On the Gospel of Mark, one book, “He was made like a lion in...” On the Gospel of John, one book. On the Epistle to the Romans, one book. On the Epistles to the Corinthians, one book. On the Epistle to the Galatians, one book.

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On the Epistle to the Ephesians: one book. On the Epistle to the Philippians: one book. On the Epistle to the Colossians: one book. On the Epistles to the Thessalonians: one book. On the Epistles to Timothy: one book. On the Epistle to Titus: one book. On the Epistle to Philemon: one book. On the Epistle to the Hebrews: one book. On the Annunciation of the Lord: one book. Various sermons: one book. And many other things. “Teach your son: because that.” “Hail Mary, full of grace.”

He is also said to have written commentaries and lectures on many books of the Bible, which have not yet come into our hands at all. He flourished in the times of Emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1390.

Philippus de Monte Galerio, of the Order of the Friars of Saint Francis, a man practiced in sacred Scripture, a great and distinguished preacher of the word of God, wrote little works in which, nobly exercising his talent, he also transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these I have found only the following:

Sermons for the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. Lenten sermons: one book.

He is further said to have composed various other treatises and to have explained some of the divine books, but none of them has come to me.

Johannes, surnamed Grossus, of the Order of the Friars of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, nineteenth prior general; others have twenty-first; by homeland a Toulousain; a studious and learned man. He wrote, in a clear style, volumes not to be despised, by which, having magnificently exercised his practiced talent, he also made his name known to posterity. Of these I have seen only a distinguished work, which contains the foundation and progress of the Carmelite Order, entitled:

Viridarium: three books. “By what things [unclear].”

His sermons are reported: one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1400.

Nicolaus de Gorran, of the Order of the Friars Preachers of Saint Dominic, a man most studious in the holy Scriptures, nobly learned, outstanding in talent, published in a scholastic and clear style many volumes, the reading of which will not be to be rejected by those who desire to be instructed in the holy Scriptures. Of these I recall that few have come into our hands. They report, however, the following among many:

On the Sentences: four books. On the five books of Moses: five books. On Isaiah the prophet: one book. On Jeremiah also: one book. A large work on Ecclesiasticus: one book. On the Song of Songs: one book. On the Gospel of Matthew: one book. On the Gospel of Mark: one book. On the Gospel of Luke: one book. On the Gospel of John: one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 97

On the Epistles of Paul: fourteen books. “I have given you as a light to the nations.”

Various sermons: one book. And certain other things.

He is reported, besides, to have produced notable commentaries and lectures on almost the whole Bible, which have not come to the notice of my reading.

Jacobus de Theramo, an Aprucine canon, archdeacon of Aversa, a very celebrated jurist, a distinguished doctor of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, ready, clear and well-ordered in speech, whose authority among the professors of this faculty was great in his time, produced in that discipline certain excellent volumes, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these I have found only the dialogue on the redemption of the human race, commonly called Belial, which the author entitled:

The Consolation of Sinners: one book. “After through the tree of knowledge.”

On the Clementines he is said to have written: one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of the emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1390.

Wilhelmus de Oppenbach, a German by nation, a distinguished doctor learned in the holy Scriptures, and nobly trained in scholastic philosophy, sharp in intellect, vigorous and well suited to disputing and resolving questions of the Scriptures, wrote in the theological faculty some not negligible little works, by which he made his name known in the University of Paris. Of these I have found:

On the Sentences: three books.

Disputed Questions: one book.

He is also reported to have written certain sermons and other treatises, and to have composed lectures in the schools, which have not come to my notice.

Heinricus de Langenstein, called de Hassia, a German by nation, a man learned in the aforesaid Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular philosophy, outstanding in intellect, abundant and expansive, since, after spending many years in lecturing on Genesis and scarcely reaching the fourth chapter of the book, he completed as many volumes. For he was resolved on all matters, copious in speaking and writing, so much so that for him it was a greater difficulty voluntarily to reject noteworthy things that occurred to him than to find new things to say. As I have found from a certain letter of his, I would believe that he was a canon of the church of Worms. He first flourished in the University of Paris, where he earned the laurel of the doctorate; then, for the adornment of the new planting of the University of Vienna, he betook himself there, and by both teaching and writing acquired great glory for his learning. Of his little works the following are reported:

On the Sentences: three books. “In the beginning God created.”

A Prologue on Genesis: five books. “To the reverend father and brother in Christ [unclear].”

On the Schism of Antichrist: one book. “To you I will give the keys of the kingdom.”

On the Contemplative Soul: one book.

On Contemplation: one book.

The Mirror of the Soul: one book. “Seven times in the day I have spoken praise.”

On the Canonical Hours: one book. “Many great princes.”

Against the Astrologers: one book. “Divine wisdom in all things.”

On the Lord’s Prayer: one book. “Hail Mary, full of grace.”

On the Hail Mary: one book. “I believe in God the Father almighty.”

On Contempt of the World: one book. “To the reverend lord Johannes de [unclear].”

Against Brother Thelefforus: one book.

Book

Against a certain Wycliffite, one book, [incipit:] “Behold, we have left all things.” To the Canons Regular, one book. On the property of monks, one book. Sermons for the Temporal Cycle, one book. Sermons on the Saints, one book. On the Song of Songs, one book. Letters to various persons, one book, [incipit:] “H., called de Lagensteyn.” Various Questions. He also published many other things which have not come to my knowledge. He flourished in the times of Rupert, the Bavarian palatine, king of the Romans, and of Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1400.

Johannes de Bromyard, of the order of Friars Preachers, a holy man, devoted to the divine Scriptures and learned by long practice, also not ignorant of secular letters, excellent in talent, an outstanding declaimer, wrote certain distinguished volumes by which he established the memory of his name among posterity. Of these, the following are reported: a great and very lucid work, very useful to preachers, which he entitled: A Summa of Preachers, one book, [incipit:] “The life of preachers, etc.” A Summa of Moral Law, one book, [incipit:] “In the following little work [unclear].” Sermons for the Temporal Cycle, one book. Sermons on the Saints, one book, [incipit:] “Lay up for yourselves treas[ures].” He is said besides to have written many other things which have not come to my knowledge.

Johannes Gluel, German by nation, of the order of the Friars of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, prior of Cologne, sprung from Aachen, an imperial city, a man outstandingly learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, of excellent and distinguished talent in delivering sermons to the people, wrote, among the other little works of his study, a volume not to be rejected by the cultivators of this religion, on the origin and progress of his order, which he entitled: Mirror of the Carmelites, one book. Sermons for the Temporal Cycle, one book, [incipit:] “Lay up [unclear].” Lenten Sermons, one book. Sermons on the Saints, one book. He flourished in his convent at Cologne, writing and composing various little works, where at last, when his strength failed, he ended his day and was buried in peace.

Heinricus Euta, or Oyta, German by nation, the unique ornament and co-founder from the beginning of the University of Vienna in Austria, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in Aristotelian philosophy, subtle in talent, scholastic in speech, an outstanding declaimer of sermons, wrote many distinguished volumes, of which very few have so far come into our hands. For I have read only: On the Sentences, four books, [incipit:] “Concerning the prologue of the first [book] of the Sentences [unclear].” On Contracts, one book, [incipit:] “Love justice, you who judge.” On the Conception of Saint Mary, [incipit:] “A virgin shall arise from Israel.” And certain sermons. Of the rest I have seen nothing. He flourished in the University of Vienna under Emperor Wenceslaus, together with Heinricus de Hassia, in the year of the Lord 1390.

Heinricus de Andernacho, German by nation, of the order of the Friars of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man devoted and learned in the divine Scriptures, an outstanding interpreter of Aristotelian philosophy, excellent in talent, famous among all men of his time as a declaimer of sermons, published little works of authority not to be lightly esteemed; of these the following are reported. A distinguished work:

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 98

On the Sentences: four books. Sermons for the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. Questions of philosophy: one book.

And certain other works which have by no means come to the notice of our reading. He flourished especially in the convent at Cologne, where he is said to have been buried.

Lasius Andernarius, a Gaul by nation, of the order of the brothers of blessed Mary ever virgin of Mount Carmel, a man learned in the holy Scriptures, nobly exercised in the arena of scholastic discipline, distinguished in talent, an outstanding disputant. He wrote some notable volumes, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Among these the following distinguished, splendid work excels:

On the Sentences: four books. Questions and Collations: one book.

He is also said to have written some works on moral philosophy, but they have not come to me.

Bartholomaeus de Saliceto, jurist, the most celebrated of all in his time, subtle in talent and distinguished in eloquence, whose sayings are held in great authority among professors of civil law. He published certain splendid little works on laws, by which he consecrated the memory of his name to immortality among posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Code: nine books. On the Institutes: four books. On the Use of Fiefs: one book.

And many others. He flourished in the times of the emperor Wenceslaus and of Pope Boniface IX, in the year of the Lord 1390.

Johannes, abbot of the monastery of Saint Bavo, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a German by nation, an outstanding doctor and professor of the divine Scriptures, subtle in talent, polished in eloquence, distinguished no less for religious conduct than for knowledge of letters. He wrote certain notable little works for the instruction of monks. Of these the following are extant. A work which he entitled:

On the Eating of Meat: one book. Explanations on the Rule: one book. Questions on the Sentences: one book.

Besides these, he is said to have written various and numerous treatises; but I do not recall that any of them have come into our hands, except that little book which he wrote on the eating of meat, in which he beautifully sets out and rightly concludes that, for a healthy monk professed according to the Rule of Saint Benedict, the eating of meat is illicit and therefore wholly forbidden.

Richardus Lauinham, of the order of the brothers of blessed Mary ever virgin of Mount Carmel, an Englishman by nation, a man excellently learned in the holy Scriptures, an eminent interpreter of secular philosophy, and also of excellent talent in delivering sermons to the people. He also wrote some volumes, of which these are reported:

Against the Lollards: one book. On the Foundation of His Order: one book. For the Book of Bridget: one book. Various Sermons: one book. Also On Logic: one book. And Various Questions: one book.

He flourished in the University of Oxford, especially at the time when the heresy of John Wycliffe and of the Lollards began in Bohemia.

Johannes de Werdena, of the order, as they report, of the Friars Minor, a Teuton by nation, a man zealous and learned in the holy Scriptures, rich in the reading of the ancients, and sufficiently learned in natural philosophy, in talent

excellent; composed in speech with scholastic simplicity; in his time a very celebrated preacher of popular sermons. Among the other monuments of his talent he wrote very useful little works necessary for preachers of the word of God, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these there are extant:

Sermons on the Temporale, in two sets: book. Sermons on the Saints, in two sets: book. Sermons also for Lent: book. But the other things which he composed have by no means come to our knowledge. Let us put on, etc. We see [unclear].

Jacobus, who is called the Great, by country a Toledan, of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, distinguished for his knowledge of natural philosophy, and rich in reading of the ancients. He is said to have issued various treatises and commentaries on the divine books, which have not yet come into our hands. I found one excellent, notable volume of his, entitled On the discourse of the inquiry of wisdom:

Sophilogium: book.

Of the others I have seen nothing.

Of the most illustrious prince.

He flourished in the times of the emperor Wenceslaus and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1400.

Johannes Campscen[us?], of the order of the Friars of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, an Englishman by nation, long exercised in the holy Scriptures by study, rich in talent through continual reading of the ancients, an excellent preacher of sermons. He is said to have forged certain distinguished little works, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Among these, the following are reported to be extant and very notable:

Sermons on the Temporale: book. Sermons on the Saints: book.

But I could not find the titles of the other works which he composed.

Thomas Gualensis, of the order of the Friars Preachers, an Englishman by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, very studious, and also nobly learned in secular letters, especially in scholastic philosophy; subtle in talent, clear in eloquence; likewise an excellent preacher of sermons, an acute disputant in scholastic lectures. He wrote many distinguished little works on the holy Scriptures, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Yet of these few have come into our hands. For I found only the following:

On the whole Psalter: book. On the Proverbs of Solomon: book. On Augustine’s City of God: book. On the Song of Songs: book.

He flourished in the University of Oxford, where he is said to have composed many volumes, especially various lectures on several books of the Bible.

Philippus, abbot of the monastery of Otterburg, in the diocese of Worms, of the Cistercian order, a German by nation, a man studious in the divine Scriptures, learned by long exercise, not ignorant of secular literature. For the edification of readers he issued volumes not to be despised; by them, exercising his talent properly, he also left to posterity the memory of his name. Among these the following are reported. A distinguished, notable work:

Sermons on the Temporale: book. Sermons on the Saints: book. Book of letters to various persons.

If he issued anything further, it has as yet by no means come to my knowledge.

Nicolaus, a physician of exceptional learning, an Italian by nation, by country a Florentine, a man most learned not only in medicine but also in the other letters of secular philosophy, clear in talent, elegant in eloquence; how great his learning may be among physicians

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 99 ... of this time is confirmed not by my words but by their testimonies. He published certain distinguished little works in that faculty. Among these there is said to be an excellent work: Summa medicinae, one book; and certain others.

He died in the time of Rupert, king of the Romans, and Pope John XXIII, in the year of the Lord 1412, indiction 5.

Johannes de Duren, of the Order of Friars Minor of Saint Francis, German by nation, a man studious in the Holy Scriptures and nobly practiced in them, of great and distinguished reputation in delivering sermons to the people. He is said to have fashioned certain little works for the guidance of simple priest-preachers, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Of these there survive: Sermones de tempore, one book; Sermones de sanctis, one book; Quadragesimale, one book, “Sanctificate the fast ...”; “When a suitable confessor ...”; De septem peccatis mortalibus, one book, “There is a way which seems right to a man”; De occultis vitiis, one book; De confessione, one book.

He is also said to have written many other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

Hilmannus de Hachenberg, of the Order of Friars Minor, German by nation, from the diocese of Trier, a man studious in the divine Scriptures and learned by long practice, having a polished tongue through practice in speaking; in delivering sermons to the people he shone forth as a very great and most renowned man. He wrote certain little works, not to be despised by simple persons, by which, fruitfully applying his talent, he left the memory of his name to posterity. Of these there survive: Sermones de tempore, one book, “There shall be signs ... he foretold”; Sermones de sanctis, one book; Sermones per quadragesimam, one book.

And certain others.

He flourished in his convent at Koblenz, where he died and was buried.

Johannes de Lignano, a very celebrated jurist, well instructed in the disciplines of the philosophers, outstanding in talent, renowned for eloquence. He is said to have fashioned certain distinguished little works in canon law; by applying himself to these he spent his time usefully and also left the memory of his name to posterity. Of these, as Franciscus de Zabarellis testifies in the prologue on the Clementines, there survive compilations: Super Clementinis, one book; and certain others.

He flourished under Rupert the Bavarian, king of the Romans, and Pope Boniface IX, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1405.

[Hugo?] de Sletstadt, German by nation, a man studious and very learned in the divine Scriptures, and excellently learned in the disciplines of the philosophers, subtle in talent and an outstanding disputant of scholastic questions. He wrote certain, as they say, distinguished volumes, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Of these there survives: Quaestiones sententiarum, three books, a work [unclear]; and certain others. He was, moreover, in his determinations, a follower of the Order of Friars Minor of the holy father Bonaventure, a clear interpreter, explaining those things which in that man’s singular philosophy could have seemed obscure and rather uncommon to simple persons.

Paulus Venetus, of the Order of Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and, in Aristotelian philosophy, second to none in Italy in his time; subtle in talent, scholastic, and an excellent declaimer. He composed many little works, especially in philosophy, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Of these they report:

BOOK.

Against the Jews: 1 book. ["Bound by [the testimonies] of very many…"] A Summa on natural [philosophy]: 1 book. Sermons on the [seasons of the] year: 1 book. Sermons on the saints: 1 book. Sermons for Lent: 1 book. On the [books of] Posterior [Analytics]: 3 books. ["All doctrine, etc."] On the Physics: 8 books. ["By natural philosophy…"] On the Metaphysics: 12 books. ["With you, most wise…"] On [the books] On the Soul: 3 books. ["So great [a study] of letters, etc."] A Summa of philosophy: 3 books. ["A colloquy below, etc."] A twofold Logic: 3 books. ["Completing the rest…"] On [the book] On Generation [and] Corruption: 3 books. ["Of human and divine [things]…"] On the [book] of Porphyry: 1 book. ["Greatest, to the strong, etc."] On the book of the Categories: 1 book. ["To me, seeking, etc."] On the Consequences of Strode: 1 book. ["[I take] Jesus, God [and] man…"] And several others. He flourished under Wenceslaus the emperor, in the year of the Lord 1400. And, dying young, he was buried in the sacristy of his order at Venice.

James of Thessalonica, of the order of Friars Preachers, a man erudite in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular letters, excelling in talent, polished and composed in speech, second to none of his time in declaiming sermons to the people. He published certain illustrious volumes, by which he left to posterity a praiseworthy memory of his name. Of these there is extant a notable work, entitled "On the morals of men and the offices of the noble and of the common people," setting forth [its] subject: On the game of chess: 3 books. ["Among all kinds of signs…"] Various sermons: 1 book. But the others which he is said to have written have by no means come to our knowledge.

Thomas de Haselbach, a Teuton by nation, erudite in the holy Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy, outstanding in talent, scholastic in speech, but too diffuse [and] prolix, and on that account liable to the reproach of certain [persons]. For when he was the ordinary lector of sacred theology in the gymnasium of Vienna, reading for twenty-one years on the prophet Isaiah, he did not reach the end of the first chapter. He wrote some little works on the divine Scriptures, of which the following are reported—many volumes: On Isaiah the prophet: 1 book. ["After [that], by God's gift, in such wise as…"] On the Sentences: 3 books. On the Ten Precepts: 1 book. On the five senses of man: 1 book. Sermons on the [seasons of the] year: 1 book. Sermons on the saints: 1 book. But the others which he is said to have written have by no means come to our knowledge.

Thomasinus, of Ferrara by country, of the order of Friars Preachers of Saint Dominic, a man studious [and] learned in the holy Scriptures, a distinguished declaimer in correcting the sins of peoples. He is reported to have forged certain illustrious little works for the instruction of simple priests, by which he transmitted to posterity the notice of his name with praise. Of whose number these are foremost reported: Sermons on the [seasons of the] year: 1 book. Sermons on the saints: 1 book. Sermons for Lent: 1 book. But the rest which he composed have not come to our knowledge hitherto. He flourished in the times of Rupert, king of the Romans, and of Gregory XII, pope, in the year of the Lord 1410.

[The source here repeats the Thomasinus of Ferrara entry verbatim; not re-translated.]

On Ecclesiastical Writers Folio 100

Thomas de Kempis, a German by nation, a canon of the order of Saint Augustine, of the Mount of the holy martyr and virgin Agnes near Zwolle in the diocese of Utrecht, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, devout in life and conduct, and an especial lover of blessed Mary ever virgin. He wrote little works, not to be despised, for the instruction of simple brothers. Among them the following are reported:

On contempt of the world, three books, “He who follows me shall not.” Sermons to novices, two books, “Behold how good and pleasant.” Sermons to the brothers, one book, “He who has not renounced.” Dialogue of novices, one book, “I ask you, dearest father.” On the solitary life, one book, “Dearest, since you were in.” On the three tabernacles, one book, “It is written in the prophet.” On true compunction, one book, “Weep with me, all you friends.” The little garden of roses, one book, “With the holy you will be holy.” The valley of lilies, one book, “I am the flower of the field and the lily.” The alphabet of a monk, one book, “Show me your ways, Lord.” Consolation of the poor, one book, “Be comforted, be comforted.” The epitaph of a monk, one book, “The way of the just has been made straight.” What a monk ought to be like, one book, “Listen, religious monk.” Manual for beginners, one book, “Let the little children come.” Instructional book for youths, one book, “Son, from your youth receive.” Another work on contempt of the world, one book, “The Lord rules me, and nothing.” Letters to various persons, one book, “Dearest brother, gladly.” And certain other works.

He flourished in the times of Rupert, Bavarian king of the Romans, and of Pope Gregory XII, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Nicolaus, monk of the monastery of the Holy Cross in Austria, of the Cistercian order, a German by nation, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures and rich in the reading of the ancients, excellent in talent and distinguished in eloquence. He wrote certain useful little works, not to be despised, by which he transmitted the memory of his talent to posterity. Among them the following are reported: a work not to be despised in praise of the most blessed mother of God and virgin Mary, useful to preachers, which he entitled:

The Image of Saint Mary, two books, “The name of the virgin Mary: Lu.” Various sermons, one book.

The rest, though many works which he composed are reported, have by no means come down to us.

Bartholomaeus of Urbino, of the order of the hermit brothers of Saint Augustine, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, a diligent investigator of the works of the holy fathers. He wrote volumes not to be despised, among which the following are reported. From the little works of Saints Ambrose and Augustine he gathered into one work, with singular zeal, according to the order of the alphabet, and gave it the title:

The Milleloquium of Augustine, one book. The Milleloquium of Ambrose, one book. Also, On Spiritual Warfare, one book. And very many others.

He flourished in the times of Rupert, king of the Romans, and of Pope Gregory XII, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Franciscus de Platea, of the order of the Friars Minor of Saint Francis, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and notably learned both in law and in secular philosophy, excellent in talent and an outstanding preacher of sermons, is said to have composed many splendid little works, by which he transmitted the memory of his name with praise to posterity. Of their number the following are reported: an outstanding and splendid work which he entitled:

On Restitutions, one book, “Whether restitution is of necessity.”

Book

On censures, five books. Various sermons, one book.

The other works that he composed have not come to our knowledge by reading.

Petrus de Candia, Cretan by nation, of the order of the Friars Minor, first bishop of Novara, then archbishop of Milan, afterwards cardinal of the most holy Roman Church, and finally supreme pontiff named Alexander V, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and splendidly learned in scholastic philosophy, a very celebrated preacher of sermons, who once presided over a public school in the university of Paris, and by teaching and writing gained great and immense praises. Among his most elegant little works there survive clear and useful commentaries:

On the Sentences, seven books. Various sermons, one book. And certain other works.

He died in the last year of Rupert, king of the Romans, and was buried in the convent of the Friars Minor at Bologna, in the year of the Lord 1410, in the third indiction.

Franciscus de Bachone, a Catalan by homeland, of the order of the brothers of blessed Mary ever virgin of Mount Carmel, of the convent of Girona, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly learned in secular philosophy, had such strength in teaching and disputing in the university of Paris that he was surnamed the Sublime Doctor. Among other monuments of his talent he wrote a great and notable work from the writings of the saints, widely useful to preachers of sermons to the people, which we may entitle:

A repertory for preachers: 1 book. Also, On the Sentences: 7 books. It is reported besides that he wrote certain other things as well, but they have not come into our hands.

Michael Berbrant of Düren, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a German by nation, lecturer in sacred theology and prior of the convent of Kreuznach in the diocese of Mainz, a learned man and so distinguished a preacher that, summoned not only in the neighborhood but also to distant places and cathedral churches, he preached to the admiration of all. He was in great familiarity and authority with John, the last count of Sponheim, and obtained many benefits from him for his convent. Among other things he wrote elegant works:

Sermons on the season: 1 book. Sermons on the saints: 1 book. Synodal conferences: 1 book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of Rupert, king of the Romans, and of the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Petrus of Speyer, of the Order of the Hermit Brothers of Saint Augustine, a German by nation, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and splendidly instructed in secular philosophy, outstanding in talent and famous for eloquence, very highly regarded in public opinion for preaching sermons to the people. He wrote certain excellent little works, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Among these are reported:

Sermons on the season: 1 book. Sermons on the saints: 1 book. On the books of the Ethics: 7 books. But the other things that he composed have not yet come to our knowledge by reading.

Einardus of Fronthoven, a German by nation, of the Order, as they report, of the Friars Preachers, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and skilled in them by long practice, and not ignorant of secular literature. He wrote works not without usefulness for preachers of the word of God, by which he made his name known also to posterity. Of these I have seen only:

Sermons on the season: 1 book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 101

Sermons on the saints: book [unclear]. Of other works I have seen nothing. He flourished, as his own people say, in the convent at Koblenz, where he died.

Johannes Capreolus, of the Order of Friars Preachers, by homeland a Toulousain, a man learned in the holy Scriptures, excellently taught in the disciplines of Aristotelian philosophy, acute in intellect, quite capable in disputation, a most vigorous champion and defender of the sayings of Saint Thomas Aquinas. He wrote very distinguished monuments of his talent, by which he made his name known. Of these many volumes are extant:

On the Sentences: 3 books. And various sermons: 1 book. And certain other things.

He flourished under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1415.

Henricus de Coesfeldia, by nation a German, of the Carthusian Order, prior of the house of Saint Mary near the Mount of Saint Gertrude in Holland, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, devout in life and conduct, of great reputation, subtle in intellect, clear in speech, and also a very celebrated preacher of sermons. He wrote many excellent volumes, whose frequent use is judged useful for devout brothers, lovers of their own salvation. Among them the following are reported:

On Exodus, mystically: 1 book. On Paul’s Epistle to the Romans: 1 book. On the three substantial vows: 2 books. “Do not love the world.” Against the vice of ownership: 1 book. On the three monastic guardianships: 1 book. On the instruction of novices: 1 book. The Mystical Circumcisorium: 1 book. On the sacrament of the altar: 1 book. On the Lord’s Annunciation: 1 book. Eulogium of Paul the Hermit: 1 book. Sermons on the season: 1 book. Letters to various persons: 1 book. And very many other things.

The difficult work of William of Paris, bishop, On the Whole Corporeal, Incorporeal, or Spiritual Universe, he traversed with wonderful industry and beautifully enclosed in a brief compendium. He died in the house of the Valley of Grace near Bruges, beneficially occupied in the act of visitation, in the times of the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1312, indiction 3, on the sixth day before the Ides of July.

Henricus Hachenburg, of the Order of Friars Preachers, by nation a German, a man magnificently practiced and well instructed in the divine Scriptures, of excellent talent and very celebrated reputation in declaiming sermons to the people. He wrote volumes not to be rejected for the direction of simple priests. Of these there are extant:

Sermons on the season: 1 book. “I will come and heal him.” Sermons on the saints: 1 book.

He flourished, as his own people report, in the convent at Koblenz, where he composed various works.

Jordanus, of the Order of the Friars of Saint Augustine of the Hermitage, by nation a German, a devout man, an excellent expounder and interpreter of the divine Scriptures, of most excellent talent in preaching sermons. He wrote several elegant treatises useful to devout brothers, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Yet few of these have come into our hands. The following, however, are reported:

On the Apocalypse of John: 1 book. Apology of his order: 1 book. On the Passion of the Lord: 1 book. “Look and make according to the example” [unclear].

Book

Sermons on the temporal cycle: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. Lenten sermons: one book. Various questions: one book. And many other things. "Behold, he will give voice to his voice." He flourished under King Rupert, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Petrus, bishop of Nova Civitas, an Italian by birth from the town of Bruniquelli, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, outstanding in ability and renowned in eloquence. He published several little works of great usefulness, by which, with magnificently exercised talent, he entrusted his memory to posterity. Of these, the following are reported. A certain notable work in which he reduces all the histories of the New and Old Testament to alphabetical order, and arranged them under individual topics:

On the Sentences: four books. On the Proverbs of Solomon: one book. Also on Ecclesiastes: one book. On the Song of Songs: one book. And many other things.

Moreover, he is said to have adorned almost the whole Bible with excellent commentaries. He flourished under Rupert, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Laurentius Justinianus, a Venetian by birth, of the Celestine Order, and afterwards patriarch of Venice, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, distinguished in the conduct of his life; although he could have possessed the greatest riches and honors of this world, scorning all things for the love of Christ, he entered the aforesaid order. In it, shining with great religion and abstinence, he published very devout little works for the edification of the simple, whose titles are reported below:

The Tree of Life: one book. On Monastic Discipline: one book. On the Marriage of the Word and the Soul: one book. On the Agony of Christ: one book. On the Interior Conflict: one book. On the Lamentation of the Church: one book. On the Sacrament of the Altar: one book. On the Solitary Life: one book. On Contempt of the World: one book. On the Lord's Discourse at Supper: one book. On the Pastoral Office: one book. Also on Obedience: one book. On the Degrees of Perfection: one book. Forty sermons: one book.

He flourished in the times of Rupert, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1410. He was buried at Venice in the cathedral church. At his tomb many miracles are divinely performed. His life was clearly described by Bernardus Justinianus, his nephew.

Augustinus of Rome, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, prior general, a man very devoted to and deeply learned in the divine Scriptures, and nobly educated in secular philosophy, outstanding in ability and renowned in eloquence, wrote many distinguished volumes, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these there survive:

On the Sentences: four books. On all the epistles of Paul: fourteen books. On the Apocalypse of John: one book. On Free Will: one book. On Original Sin: one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 102

On Christ and the Church: one book. On the charity of Christ toward the elect: one book. On the perfect righteousness of the Church: one book. On the power of the pope: one book. On the books of the Ethics: eight books. He is said besides to have written many other things, but they have not come to my knowledge. He flourished in the times of the emperor Sigismund and of Pope John XXIII, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Baldus Perusinus, once a hearer and disciple of Bartolus of Sassoferrato, the most celebrated jurisconsult of all his time, and also nobly learned in secular philosophy, acute in talent, profound in judgment, cautious and firm in counsel, wrote many distinguished little works in both laws, by which he secured for his name eternal remembrance among posterity. Of these number the following are reported:

On the Code: nine books. On the Old Digest: twenty-four books. On the New Digest: twelve books. On the Infortiatum: thirteen books. On the Institutes: four books. On the use of fiefs: one book. On the Authenticae: one book. On the second book of the Decretals: one book. Additions to the Speculum: one book. Many counsels: one book. And many other things.

He died in the times of the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1423, in the first indiction, and was buried with honor at Pavia in the convent of the friars of Saint Francis, in the month of July.

Angelus Perusinus, brother of the above-mentioned Baldus, and his companion and associate in studies, most learned in civil law, distinguished in talent, and most celebrated in fame and reputation among jurisconsults, also composed many volumes in his faculty; by establishing in them monuments of an excellent intellect, he destined the memory of his name for the knowledge of many. Of these number the most elegant commentaries are reported:

On the Code: nine books. On the Old Digest: twenty-four books. On the New Digest: twelve books. On the Infortiatum: thirteen books. On the Institutes: four books.

Indeed, on the whole body of civil law; and he is said to have labored over certain other things. He died in the times of the emperor Sigismund, in the same year as his brother Baldus, in the year of the Lord 1423, in the first indiction.

Petrus de [Ancharano?], Italian by nation, Bolognese by homeland, once a hearer of Baldus Perusinus, a man most skilled in both laws and not ignorant of Aristotelian philosophy; although he was bound by the bond of a wife and occupied with family affairs, nevertheless, always engaged in the study of letters, he published many little works in both laws, by which he transmitted his name with glory to posterity. Of these number are reported:

On the Decretals: five books. On the Sixth Book of the Decretals: one book. On the Clementines: one book. On the rules of law: fourteen books. On the Old Digest: thirteen books. On the New Digest: twelve books.

Book one book. Several counsels: [unclear] book. And certain other things. He flourished in the times of the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1410, the co-father of Franciscus de Zabarellis.

Incentius Gruner, German by nation, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular philosophy, brilliant in intellect, scholastic in speech, published little works of reading not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Among these there survives a notable lecture, which he publicly wrote and read before the students at the new foundation of the Leipzig academy: On the office of the Mass, three books, To the honor of the blessed... Disputed questions, one book. And certain other things. He flourished at the time of the transfer of the University of Prague to Leipzig, into the province of the Margraviate of Meissen; Alexander V, pope, confirmed it and endowed it with privileges, in the year of the Lord 1410.

Johannes de Aurbach, German by nation, priest of the church of Bamberg, a man zealously learned in the divine Scriptures, brilliant in intellect, scholastic in speech, published little works of authority not to be dismissed, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Of these I have seen only a distinguished work: On the sacraments of the Church, one book, To the praise of God and the salvation of souls... Of the rest I have seen nothing. He flourished in the city of Bamberg and wrote various little works.

Dionysius de Burgo Sancti Sepulcri, of the order of the Hermit Friars of the divine father Augustine, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, most learned in secular letters, subtle in intellect and eloquent in speech, wrote little works not to be scorned in each literature, by which he left perpetual monuments of his intellect to posterity. Of these the following are reported: very beautiful and elegant commentaries: On Valerius Maximus, one book. On the Metamorphoses, [unclear] book. On the works of Virgil, [unclear] book. On the tragedies of Seneca, [unclear] book. On the Politics, [unclear] book. On the Rhetoric, [unclear] book. And certain other things. Moreover he reduced all the fables to a pleasing tropological sense. He flourished in the times of the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1412.

Petrus de Aliaco, bishop of Cambrai and cardinal of the sacrosanct Roman Church, once chancellor of the Paris academy, teacher of Johannes de Gerson, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular letters, especially in Aristotelian philosophy, excellent in intellect, brilliant in speech, and also an outstanding declaimer of sermons, wrote many distinguished volumes, by which he left to posterity the memory of his name and intellect. Of these I have found the following: On the Sentences, four books, What doctrine is this... On the praise of Holy Scripture, one book, Upon this rock build... On the beginning of Mark, one book, What doctrine is this... On the stability of the Church, two books, Whether the Church of Peter by law... The mirror of consideration, three books, Whoever from the trouble of the world... A compendium of contemplation, three books, Since many wise men... On the spiritual ladder, one book, There are four spiritual... Briefly on the Psalter, one book, A shortened word he made... Meditations on Psalm 70, one book, O Lord my God, it terrifies me...

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 103

On laws and sects, one book. On a general council, one book. An exposition of Psalm 70, one book. Meditations on Psalm 42, one book. On the Song of Songs, one book. On the seven penitential psalms, one book. On the Lord's Prayer, one book. On the same, anagogically, one book. On the Ave Maria, one book. On the Magnificat, one book. On the Canticle of Zachariah, one book. On the Canticle of Simeon, one book. On the election of a pope, one book. On spiritual exercise, one book. On the twelve honors of St. Joseph, one book. On the soul and its accidents, one book. A harmony of theology and astronomy, one book. On the sacraments of the Church, one book. Various sermons, one book. Several letters to various persons, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished at the time of the Council of Constance, at which he was also personally present, in the year of the Lord 1416.

Nicholas of Clémanges, archdeacon of Bayeux, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular letters, excellent in verse and prose, having obtained the mastership of the sacred page in the university of Paris, gave great proof of his learning. He wrote, in both styles, many distinguished volumes, by which he left the memory of his most brilliant talent. Of these, the following are reported. To lord Peter of Ailly, bishop of Cambrai, the aforementioned cardinal, he wrote a distinguished work which he entitled:

On the fruit of the desert, one book. On the corrupt state of the Church, one book. On new feast-days, one book. On the matter of the schism, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. And many other things.

He flourished in the times of the emperor Sigismund and of the Council of Constance, in the year of the Lord 1417.

Johannes Dominici, cardinal of the title of St. Sixtus, commonly called Ragusan, a Florentine by homeland, of the Order of Friars Preachers, who was sent by Pope Gregory XII to the Council of Constance on behalf of union, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, of excellent talent in declaiming sermons to the people, wrote certain distinguished volumes, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these, the following are reported:

On Ecclesiastes, one book. On the Song of Songs, one book. On the Gospel of Matthew, one book. On the Magnificat, one book. On the Epistle to the Romans, one book. Entitled Lucula noctis, one book. An itinerary of devotion, one book. On the love of charity, one book. If I speak with the tongues of men.

Book

Sermons on the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. Sermons through Lent: one book. Blessed is the man who has not gone away. And certain other works.

He died at the Council of Constance, under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1418, in the eleventh indiction.

John, bishop of Lombariensis, German by nation, Basel by homeland, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and exceptionally instructed in secular philosophy, outstanding in talent and renowned for eloquence, a most celebrated preacher of sermons, published some little works of no contemptible reading, by which he handed down the memory of his name with praise to the knowledge of posterity. Among these, the principal are reported to be:

On the Sentences: four books. Various sermons: one book. And certain other works.

He is said besides to have delivered many orations and conferences to the clergy, and also before the supreme pontiff and the assembly of cardinals, which I have not seen.

John Zacharias, German by nation, Erfurt by homeland, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and very learned, also an excellent interpreter of secular philosophy, subtle in talent and a very acute disputant, very capable in delivering sermons both to the clergy and to the people, wrote certain excellent little works by which he made his name known. Of these are reported:

On the Sentences: four books. On Genesis: one book. On Exodus: one book. On Leviticus: one book. On the Epistles of Paul: fourteen books. Various sermons: one book. And certain other works.

He flourished under the emperor Sigismund, and at the Council of Constance he was magnificently praised for disputing against heretics, in the year of the Lord 1420.

Antonius de Butrio, Italian by nation, Bologna by homeland, easily the most celebrated jurist of all in his time, and exceptionally learned in other writings, both divine and human, renowned in talent and eloquence, and no less venerable for honorable conduct than for learning, published little works on the laws, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Among these the following are reported:

On the Decretals: five books. On the Clementines: one book. A repertory of canon law: one book. A repertory of civil law: one book. Most elegant counsels: one book. And certain other works.

He flourished in the times of the emperor Sigismund and of the general Council of Constance, in the year of the Lord [1427?].

Gabriel of Spoleto, of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, excellent in talent and an outstanding preacher of sermons, wrote several commendable little works, by which he showed the knowledge of his lively talent also to posterity. But I have not hitherto deserved to see any of them. Yet the chief works of his are reported to be:

Against the heretics: one book. Against the Fraticelli: one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 104

And certain other things.

He flourished in the time of the Council of Constance and of the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1417.

Franciscus de Zabarellis, by nation a Paduan, cardinal priest of the Church, a man very learned in canon law, and nobly instructed both in divine Scripture and in secular letters, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, wrote in law some works not to be despised, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Among these the following are reported:

On the Decretals, one book, “Nothing new is [unclear].” On the Clementines, one book, “About to repeat the decretal.” On the canonical hours, one book. Various repetitions. And many other things.

He flourished at the Council of Constance, under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1418. There also he died, buried among the Friars Minor. In his praise Poggio delivered an oration.

Petrus Maurocenus, a Venetian patrician, cardinal bishop of the most holy Roman Church, a man very learned in divine Scripture and canon law, and not ignorant of secular letters, outstanding in intellect, composed in speech, distinguished in life and conduct. He is said to have fashioned many excellent works, in which the liveliness of his intellect is recognized to shine forth. But I, up to the present, have not deserved to see any of them. There is reported of his an outstanding volume:

On the Sixth Book of the Decretals, one book. And various determinations.

He flourished in person at the Council of Constance, under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1418.

Nicolaus Dinckelspule, by nation a German, glory and rector of the Viennese university in Austria, very learned in the holy Scriptures, much instructed in secular philosophy, distinguished in intellect, scholastic in speech, notable in life and conduct, wrote many excellent volumes, by which he transmitted his name to posterity with glory. Among these the following are reported:

On the Sentences, three books. Questions on the Sentences, one book. On the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit, one book. On the Ten Commandments, one book, “He writes on Matthew 22, q.” On the Lord’s Prayer, one book, “If you shall ask the Father anything.” On the eight beatitudes, one book, “In the Gospel which is read.” On the three parts of penance, one book, “It should be noted that, as the master says.” On the eight capital vices, one book, “There are two commandments of charity.” On the seven mortal sins, one book, “Consequently it must be said.” On the precept of charity, one book. On the sins of the tongue, one book. Sermons for the season, one book. Sermons on the saints, one book. Moral sermons, one book. And many other things.

He flourished in person at the Council of Constance, sent by the University of Vienna, under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1420.

Petrus de Rosenhem, monk of the monastery of Melk in Austria, of the order of Saint Benedict, by nation a German, a man studiously learned in divine Scripture and magnificently instructed in secular letters, an outstanding philosopher and poet

[unclear], prompt and distinguished in talent, published little works, not to be rejected, both in verse and in prose, in which he exercised his talent well. Of these there survives a metrical work which he wrote, at the persuasion and request of Nicholas Dinkelsbühl, to the lord Branda, cardinal of Saint Clement, apostolic legate in Austria, on the chapters of the whole Bible, which he entitled:

The Rosy Memorial of Divine Things, one book. A Notable History of Times, one book. Various Sermons, one book. “Star-ruling one, heaven, earth.”

He flourished in the time of the Council of Constance, in the year of the Lord 1420, and composed many and various works.

Raphael Fulgosius, a Piacenzan by nation, a man most learned in both laws and well instructed in the precepts of secular philosophy, excellent in talent, cautious and steady in counsel, published certain distinguished volumes in civil law, by which he showed the force and liveliness of his talent also to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the Code, nine books. On the Old Digest, twenty-four books. On the New Digest, twelve books. Many Counsels, one book. And certain other works.

He flourished in the time of the Council of Constance and of Emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1416.

Johannes de Palomar, archdeacon of the church of Barcelona, an eminent doctor of decrees, nobly learned both in the divine scriptures and in secular letters, subtle in talent, scholastic in speech, distinguished in life and conduct, published little works not unworthy of reading, through which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of these there survives an eminent treatise addressed to John, abbot of the monastery of the Scots of the order of Saint Benedict at Vienna:

On Abstinence from Meats, one book. “The sons of Rechab shall rise in judgment.” Sermons and Questions.

The other things that he composed have by no means come to the knowledge of our reading. [The source scan here carries a second, degraded OCR capture of the Raphael Fulgosius works-list and floruit, double-captured into the Palomar entry; not re-rendered. See ERRATA, 2026-07-10.]

Johannes de Teneramuda, of the Carthusian order, prior of the house of Sillimacus in Savoy, a man studious in the divine scriptures and very learned, devout in life and conduct, distinguished in talent, composed in speech, published little works very useful for the edification of religious brothers; by these he instructed not only those then present, but also those who would come after him, in the love of God. And they are these:

On the Knowledge of God, one book. On the Nature and Fall of Man, one book. On the Restoration of the Fallen, one book. On the Love of God, one book. On the Joy of Man, one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 105

On the Sacrament of the Altar, one book. On the Christian Faith, one book. On the Honor of God, one book. On the Conception of Saint Mary, one book.

He also elegantly composed many other works, which have not come to my knowledge.

Asparinus, a very celebrated grammarian, a native of Bergamo, born from the little village of Barzizza, a man most learned in secular letters, a philosopher and a most outstanding rhetorician, subtle in talent, eloquent in speech, who raised the elegance of the Latin tongue, half-dead, from the underworld. He wrote many distinguished little works in that faculty, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Of these there survive:

On Orthography, one book. Letters to Various Persons, one book. Various Orations, one book. On the Letters of Cicero, one book. On the same author, On Duties, one book. On the same author, On the Orator, one book. On him, On Old Age, one book.

I rejoice very greatly and [unclear].

And certain other things. He flourished in the time of the Council of Constance, and of Emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1420.

Antonius of Genoa, of the Order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man learned in the divine scriptures, a professor of canon law, a most celebrated interpreter, outstanding in talent and distinguished in eloquence, wrote certain little works of reading not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name with praise to posterity. But I have not deserved to see any of them, except that which is entitled:

A compendium of moral figures, one book. To religious men in Christ.

The rest have not come to me.

He flourished in person at the general Council of Constance, under Emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1418.

Johannes de Imola, a Bolognese by homeland, a very celebrated doctor of both laws, excellent in talent and distinguished in eloquence, whose learning and eloquence splendidly illumined all Italy in his time, is said to have published many distinguished volumes in both laws, whose authority among professors of this faculty is raised up with the highest praises. Among these, the following especially are reported:

On three books of the Decretals, three books.

On the Sixth Book of the Decretals, one book.

On the Clementines, one book.

On the Digest Infortiatum, fourteen books. Before we come to...

On the Digestum Novum.

And certain other things.

He died at Bologna in the times of Emperor Sigismund and Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1426, in the fourteenth indiction.

Antonius of Parma, of the Camaldolese Order, prior general, a man devoted to and learned in the divine scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, excellent in talent, composed in eloquence, and sufficiently fit for delivering sermons to the people, wrote several distinguished little works for the guidance of preachers of the word of God, by which he made his name known. Of these the principal ones are reported:

Sermons for the Temporale, one book. When [unclear] time had drawn near.

Sermons on the saints, one book.

Sermons throughout Lent, one book.

And certain other things.

He flourished in person at the Council of Constance, under Emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord

in the year 1420.

Leonardus Aretinus, an outstanding philosopher, orator, and historian, and a most learned man [unclear], skilled in Greek and Latin speech, was first secretary of the Roman pontiffs Innocent VII, Gregory XII, Alexander V, and John XXIII, up to the Council of Constance; and afterward, having been summoned by the Florentine senate, he was appointed general chancellor. In this office he remained until the end of his life with great fidelity and authority. Among other things he wrote:

A notable work of Dialogues, 1 book A History of His Own Time, 1 book On the Deeds Well Performed by the Florentines, 12 books On the Praises of Florence, 1 book A History of the Goths, 3 books A History of the First Punic War, 2 books The Life of Aristotle, 1 book On the Life of Cicero, 1 book A volume of Letters, 1 book

In addition he composed some other works with great elegance, which have not come to my knowledge. Besides this he translated many works from Greek into Latin, namely the treatise of the blessed priest Basil on the instruction of pupils; he also translated from Plutarch the lives of Tiberius and Gracchus [unclear], of Paulus Aemilius, of the younger Cato, and of Sertorius the Romans. He also translated the little book of Xenophon On the Tyrant, Plato's Gorgias and Phaedo, and certain letters; Aristotle's Economics and the books of the Ethics and Politics he translated [unclear]. And other things which have not come to me. He flourished personally at the Council of Constance under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1420. He died, however, under the emperor Frederick III and Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1443, indiction 7, on the seventh Ides of March, at about the sixty-fourth year of his age.

Pogius Florentinus, a philosopher and eloquent rhetor, perfectly instructed in Greek and Latin speech, for many years a most eloquent writer within the apostolic [unclear]. He is said to have composed some little works of excellent talent, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Laurentius Valla was a very sharp rival of this Pogius, and wrote various things against him. He himself published:

On the Situation of the Region of India, 1 book Against Laurentius Valla, 2 books Letters to Various Persons, 1 book Various Orations, 1 book And many other things.

He made Dionysius Siculus and many other Greek authors Latin. Besides this, at the Council of Constance he delivered very many funeral orations. The work of filth which he entitled Facetiae we have judged rightly to be rejected from this catalogue of illustrious men, since its reading offends the devout, harms the unwary, and infects the carnal. He flourished personally at the Council of Constance under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1420.

Laurentius Valla, a Roman patrician, by far the foremost of the grammarians of this age in precepts, a philosopher, rhetorician, and most excellent theologian, subtle in intellect, sharp and eloquent, preferring Latin eloquence to Greek, composed many things for its adornment, and was very skilled in Greek and Latin speech. He published little works not to be scorned in reading, by which he transmitted his name with praise to the knowledge of posterity. Among these the following are reported:

Elegantiae, 6 books On the Reciprocation of suum and suus, 1 book Many Letters, 1 book Also Against Quintilian, 12 books Dialectic, 1 book

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 106

Panegyric on the True Good, three books: “As I was undertaking, Paul...” On Free Will, one book: “I should very much wish, [Garcia?] [unclear]...” Apology against Poggio, one book: “I hear that Poggio another...” Against Antonio da Rho, one book. And many other works.

He translated into Latin Homer, Thucydides, and several others. He flourished in person at the Council of Constance, under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1420. Of him someone says as follows: What did that most biting censor of the Latin language, Lorenzo Valla, beget for himself by his harsh and exacting reproof? What other praise, I ask, did he obtain after death than that, according to his merits, that fine epigram composed about him is read and proclaimed everywhere: “Now, after his death, Valla’s shades seek [unclear]; but he fears to be the censor of his own tongue.” What he thought about the Donation of Constantine, by which Constantine endowed the Roman Church, his pestilential book shows; would that so great a man had never published it.

Johannes Tortellius, an Aretine by nation, very close friend of Lorenzo Valla, to whom he wrote the six books of the Elegances of the Latin Language; subdeacon and chamberlain of the Roman pontiff, and afterward companion of Pope Nicholas, the intimate associate of his studies; perfectly trained in Greek and Latin letters, a very celebrated philosopher, rhetorician, and theologian. Among the other little works of his talent he wrote a great and distinguished volume, which he entitled:

Commentaries on Grammar, one book: “The Greek letters by which...” Also on dialectic, one book. He published various letters, one book. And several other works.

He translated into Latin the Life of Athanasius of Alexandria for Pope Eugenius; he rendered the historian Appian word for word. And other works. He flourished under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1420.

Hermannus Petra of Studorp, of the Carthusian order, a German by nation; a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, devout in life and conduct; vicar and rector of the house of nuns of his order, of Saint Anne near Bruges in Flanders, where for ninety years he flourished with much religious devotion and learning. He wrote certain devout little works of his talent, of which the following are reported: a notable work, divided into six volumes for the circle of the year, containing:

Sermons on the temporal cycle, three books. Sermons on the saints, three books. On the Lord’s Prayer, 50 sermons, one book. On the governance of nuns, one book. And several other works.

He died under the emperor Sigismund and Pope Martin V, in the year of the Lord 1428, on the ninth day before the Kalends of May, in the sixth indiction.

Omnibonus Leonicus, a man most learned in humane letters, perfectly instructed in Greek and Latin eloquence, the most celebrated philosopher and rhetorician of all in his time; once, at Venice, a hearer of Manuel Chrysoloras of Constantinople, who brought Greek letters back into Italy. He wrote many distinguished volumes, by which he left the memory of himself to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On Cicero’s Orator, three books: “How great Cicero’s Orator...” On the poet Lucan, one book: “In expounding this author...” On Quintilian, one book: “How much admiration...” On the praises of eloquence, one book. Many orations.

And he published several other works, which have not yet come into our hands. He flourished under Si...

under Emperor Sigismund: in the year of the Lord 1420.

Heinricus of Hesse the Younger, of the Carthusian order, prior of the house of [unclear] Mary, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect and clear in eloquence. He published many very elegant volumes, by which he left to posterity the memory of his name, and many of them he publicly lectured on in the universities before entering religion. Among these the following are reported:

On the Sentences, three books. On Genesis, one book. On Exodus, one book. On the Proverbs of Solomon, one book. On the Apocalypse of John, one book. A Dialogue between a bishop and a priest, one book. Useful Sermons, one book. And certain others.

He died under Emperor Sigismund and Pope Martin V, in the year of the Lord 1428, in the sixth indiction.

Johannes de Gerson, a Frenchman by nation, chancellor of Paris, formerly a disciple of Peter d’Ailly, cardinal of Cambrai; a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, almost scholastic, sure and firm in judgment, cautious in counsel, and a very clear interpreter of doubts; distinguished in life and conduct, by far the foremost of the theologians of his time. He wrote, in verse and prose, many most excellent little works, by which his name will always obtain immortality among posterity; the reading of them is no less useful than pleasing to devout and religious men. Among these there are extant:

On the Praise of Writers, one book: “To search the Scriptures.” On the Concordance of the Evangelists, one book: “That the Gospel has been spread abroad.” On Ecclesiastical Power, one book: “Ecclesiastical power ought.” On the Removability of the Bridegroom, one book: “But the days will come when.” On the Manner of Holding Faith in Schism, one book: “For removing certain.” On Ecclesiastical Unity, one book: “Ecclesiastical unity.” On Ecclesiastical Estates, one book: “Peace, which all.” On the Manner of Living of the Faithful, one book: “The first rule which.” On Ecclesiastical Defects, one book: “Perhaps the Church says to me.” On Schism, one book: “In the inquiry of truth.” On a General Council, one book: “About to give occasion.” A Trialogue on Schism, one book: “Very often the lofty.” On the Marriage of the Church, one book: “A marriage was made in Cana.” What Things Must Necessarily Be Believed, one book: “A concise declaration.” On Various Heresies, one book: “A protestation or revocation.” On Appeal from the Pope, one book: “It is asked whether this.” Against Peter de Luna, thirty articles, one book: “And first it is established, etc.” Against the same, Eight Articles, one book: “And first it must be noted.” On the Assumption and Humanity of Christ, one book: “To the reverend father in Christ.” Two Lectures on Mark, one book: “As it is written in.” On the Literal Sense of Scripture, one book: “But he who shall have blasphemed.” Against the Heresy of the Bohemians, one book: “Intending to offer, according to faith.” On the Testing of Spirits, one book: “Test the spirits, whether they are from God.” On the Examination of Doctrines, one book: “Beware of false prophets.” A Trialogue against Astrology, one book: “The wisdom which is from the Lord God.” On True and False Visions, one book: “Recently one from the readings.” On the Superstitious Observance of Days, one book: “The apostle blames those who.”

On Ecclesiastical Writers, folio 107

Against Jacobus Angeli: a book. On the errors of magic: a book. Against Matthew Grabon: a book. Against the flagellants: a book. Moral rules: a book. On the precepts of the Decalogue: a book. On the distinction of sins: a book. On hearing confessions: a book. On the confession of effeminacy: a book. Remedies for those who relapse: a book. On sacramental absolution: a book. A dialogue on the power of binding: a book. On indulgences: a book. On four questions: a book. On diverse questions: a book. On contracts: a book. On simony: a book. On the solicitude of ecclesiastics: a book. On making a will: a book. The pilgrim’s testament, in verse: a book. On nocturnal pollution: a book. On diurnal pollution: a book. On the chastity of ecclesiastics: a book. On abstinence from meats: a book. On the temperance of prelates: a book. On the life of clerics: a book. On humility: a book. On nobility: a book. On the consideration of a prince: a book. A dialogue of two soldiers: a book. On the consolation of theology: a book. An apologetic dialogue: a book. Josephina, in meter: a book. Centilogium on concepts: a book. On the spiritual life: a book. Centilogium on impulses: a book. On mystical theology: a book. On the same, practical: a book. An elucidation of the same: a book. On the perfection of religion: a book. On meditation of the heart: a book. On simplification of the heart: a book. On direction of the heart: a book. On illumination of the heart: a book. On the eye also: a book. Against pusillanimity: a book. On the diverse temptations of the devil: a book. On discretion in exercise: a book. On the passions of the soul: a book. On the perfection of the heart: one book. On the mountain of contemplation: one book. Every work of God is holy: one. They recently praised me: one. To the most reverend father in Christ: one. The law of Christ is called the law of love: one. Let us now meanwhile act: one. To Christianity its own, of whatever sort: one. He who considers well: one. And if the virtue which, etc.: one. A certain master in theology: one. Art has this as its own: one. Grace to you and peace, brother: one. Since Christ gave: one. Whatever you shall bind: one. It is asked whether to speak ill: one. Someone was recently doubting: one. Those who wish to become rich: one. On the matter of simony: one. Do not be anxious what: one. Blessed is that servant whom: one. Grace, whose name, etc.: one. It has been doubted in my presence: one. I wrote some things long ago: one. There are eunuchs who [unclear]: one. Great and marvelous is: one. Already in one previous lecture: one. Repent and believe: one. He went out from God to God: one. A certain noble man: one. The king, the kingdom of Jesus, gracious: one. Soldiers in [unclear]: one. Whatever things have been written for: one. You are inquiring into the matter, O monk: one. They have been accustomed [to] a fountain: one. Conceived of a virgin: one. I baptized you with water: one. He has put down the mighty from their seat: one. Repent, believe the gospel: one. Treatises in lectures: one. To you it has been given to know the mysteries: one. Grace to you and peace: one. The meditation of my heart in: one. In simplicity of heart: one. I will confess to you in direction: one. The kingdom of heaven is like: one. The disciples rejoiced when they saw: one. He who is pusillanimous: one. To us under the hand of God: one. God wills that it be rational: one. Passion, fervor: one. You shall love the Lord your God: one. Perhaps some will marvel: [unclear].

Book V

On spiritual poverty: one book. On the value of prayer: one book. On the Song of Songs: one book. On the Magnificat: one book. A poem on the same: one book. On the angelic hymn: one book. On the Song of Songs: one book. On the marriage of Wisdom: one book. On the twofold logic: one book. To the governors of boys: one book. Sermons in the Council of Constance: one book. Sermons to the clergy: one book. Sermons to the people: one book. A dialogue on any question: one book. Several letters to various persons: one book.

In addition he published many other minor works, indeed, but very useful ones, of which no certain knowledge has come down to us. He flourished in person at the Council of Constance. There, laboring gloriously for the extirpation of heresies, at length, when it had been dissolved, he was deprived of home, homeland, kinsmen, friends, dignities, and his own possessions for the defense of truth; he was beset by many plots. Hence, compelled by necessity, fleeing to the city of Lyon, he died there after a few years under the emperor Sigismund and Pope Martin V, in the year of the Lord 1429, in the seventh indiction, in the sixty-sixth year of his age, on the fourth day before the Ides of July. He was buried there among the Celestines with honor.

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The Rule of his order: one book. Sermons for the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. And certain other works. Martin V confirmed this rule, newly compiled in thirty-two chapters. He flourished at the time of the Council of Constance, in the year of the Lord 1420.

Dominicus de Sancto Geminiano, a most excellent jurisconsult, and nobly learned both in the divine Scriptures and in the other literature of secular disciplines, subtle in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, wrote certain outstanding volumes in canon law, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Among these there is an outstanding and very celebrated work divided into two volumes: Since the first gloss without. On the Sixth Book of the Decretals: one book. And various declarations. But the other works which he is said to have composed have not come to my knowledge.

Paulus de Sancta Maria, a Jew by birth, a Christian by faith, first bishop of Cartagena and afterward prelate of Burgos in Spain, arch-chancellor of the king of Castile and Leon, a man most devoted to the divine Scriptures, very learned, master of sacred theology, converted to the Catholic faith in his mature age, advanced so much in life and doctrine that among all the doctors of Spain he had no equal in his time. He wrote to his son Alphonsus, dean of Compostela, doctor of laws, on the postils of Nicholas of Lyra: Notable Additions: two books. What do you wish for yourself, that you corrupt. The Scrutiny of the Scriptures: one book. Search the Scriptures. And certain other works. He flourished, and completed this Scrutiny of his, under the emperor Sigismund and Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1433, in the twelfth indiction, in the eighty-first year of his age.

Petrus Paulus Vergerius, by homeland a Justinopolitan, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures, most learned in secular letters, a philosopher, a most celebrated rhetorician, perfectly trained in Greek and Latin speech, [translated?] certain outstanding little works of Chrysoloras, the Byzantine philosopher teaching Greek letters at Venice, by which he left remembrance of himself to posterity. Among these there is an outstanding work containing, on the deeds of the lords of Carrara: A very fine History: one book. On Noble Manners: one book. In Praise of Saint Jerome: one book. And many other works. He flourished at the Council of Constance, in the year of the Lord 1421.

Mapheus Vegius, by homeland a man of Lodi, datary of Pope Martin V, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and exceptionally learned, and most learned in secular letters, a most celebrated orator and poet, distinguished no less for conduct than for knowledge. Through his care and at his expense, the relics of Saint Monica, mother of Saint Augustine, were transferred from Ostia Tiberina to Rome and placed in a new chapel richly built by him, in which he himself is buried. He wrote, both in meter and in prose, certain outstanding volumes, among which there is a very celebrated work, necessary for all religious, composed with divine and human learning, addressed to certain sisters, which he entitled: On Perseverance: seven books. Since serious matters often, as happens. On the Penitential Psalms: one book. In Praise of Saint Monica: one book. The thirteenth book of the Aeneid, in heroic verse: one book. Many epigrams: one book. Many letters.

Book [unclear]. And many other things.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Sigismund and Pope Martin V, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Johannes Plaeth, a German by nation, an ornament and pillar of the University of Heidelberg, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly a doctor in Aristotelian philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, in life and conduct, so far as the secular estate permits, an excellent teacher in delivering sermons to the people, wrote, among other things, a great and distinguished volume, which he publicly read as an ordinary lecture in the aforesaid University of Heidelberg:

On the first [book], chapter [unclear], of the Decretals, one book, “Venerable fathers and lords.” Against the Bohemians, one book, “As the wise man says.” Questions on the Sentences, one book. Many sermons. Various questions.

And certain other things. He flourished under Emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1430.

A Heidelberg man, learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular philosophy, an acute disputant, an excellent declaimer of sermons, formerly chaplain and secretary of Ludwig, Duke of Bavaria and Count Palatine of the Rhine, and often envoy in many difficult causes, wrote little works not to be despised in reading, by which he left to posterity the memory of his name. Among them they report the following:

Against the Hussites, one book, “When lately in the year of the Lord 1421.” Against the Feymeri, one book, “The law of the Lord [unclear] outwardly mortal.” On Contracts, one book, “As in the forum of the soul, where [unclear].” An oration before the King of England, one book, “Glory to God in the highest.” An oration before the Duke of Savoy, one book. Several letters, “My word is to you, O father.” Various questions, one book. Diverse orations.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Sigismund and Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Raymundus Sebeide, a Spaniard by nation, a man notably zealous in the divine Scriptures, who by teaching and writing in the University of Toulouse gave great proof of his learning. He is said to have written many excellent little works; of these I have seen only a large volume which he had publicly read in the aforesaid university. At its beginning he promises many glorious things, concerning whose truth some applaud themselves as if experienced; he entitled it:

On Creatures, or On Man, one book, “To the praise and glory of the Most Holy.” Disputed Questions, one book. The rest are unknown to me.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Sigismund and Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Franciscus Barbarus, a Venetian patrician, a disciple in Greek letters of Chrysoloras, the Byzantine philosopher, a man most learned in secular letters, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, a famous philosopher, and a supreme orator in both languages. While still young he wrote certain little works not to be rejected in reading, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Among them there is extant the work which he entitled:

On Wifely Matters, one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, folio 109. Sixteen books of Letters to various persons, and certain other things.

From Plutarch he translated into Latin, for Zacharias his brother, the Life of Aristides, and of Cato, and of many illustrious men; other similar things. He died in the times of Emperor Frederick III and Pope Nicholas V, in the year of the Lord 1454, in the third indiction.

Thomas Walden, of the order of the friars of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, English by birth, prior general of the English province, a man most learned in divine scriptures and nobly instructed in Aristotelian philosophy, acute in intellect, sufficiently fit for disputation, no less distinguished in conduct than in knowledge, also an excellent declaimer of sermons, and formerly confessor and secretary of Henry V, king of the English, wrote, among the other monuments of his intellect, a notable work divided into three great volumes against the mad Wycliffite and Hussite heretics, which Pope Martin V, after it had been examined, confirmed by apostolic authority. This work is entitled:

The Doctrinal of the Church, three books: “Let God arise, let them be scattered.”

Also On the Sentences, four books.

On the books of the Ethics, ten books.

On the books of the Physics, eight books.

On the books On the Heaven and the World, four books.

On Generation and Corruption, two books.

On the books of the Meteors, four books.

On the books On the Soul, four books.

He is said to have written many other things besides, which have not come to my knowledge. He died at Rouen and was honorably buried in his own convent, under Emperor Sigismund, in the last year of Pope Martin V, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1430, in the seventh indiction, on the third day of the month of November, that is, the third Nones.

Paulus de Castro, the most celebrated jurist of all his time, a man of great learning and eloquence, who for many years taught civil law gloriously, having been engaged for a public salary at Siena, Florence, and Padua, composed many little works on the laws, known and dear to the professors of this faculty, by which he left to posterity the memory of his most celebrated name. Among these the following are reported:

On the Code, nine books.

On the Old Digest, twenty-four books.

On the New Digest, twelve books.

On the Infortiatum of the Digest, fourteen books.

On the Institutes, four books.

Most elegant Counsels, one book.

And several other things.

He died in the times of Emperor Sigismund and Pope Eugenius IV, in the year of the Lord 1437, in the fifteenth indiction.

Ambrosius Florentinus, general abbot of the Camaldolese order, once a hearer of Chrysoloras, the Byzantine philosopher teaching Greek letters at Venice, a man most learned both in divine scriptures and in secular studies, a most brilliant philosopher, rhetorician, and theologian, left to posterity many distinguished monuments of his intellect. He was nuncio and envoy of Pope Eugenius to the Council of Basel, where on his behalf he delivered a solemn oration to the fathers. He wrote a notable volume:

Letters to various persons, one book.

Various orations.

And several other things. He also translated into Latin from Greek the four books of blessed Dionysius the Areopagite, in a more elegant and easier style. Also the original Life of blessed John Chrysostom, for Emperor Sigismund. Likewise Basil On Virginity, for Cardinal Gabriel, afterwards Pope Eugenius IV. Likewise Laertius On the Lives of the Philosophers, for Cosimo de’ Medici. But three li-

... the books of St John Chrysostom to Stagirius, the possessed monk, he translated in clear and ornate language. And very many other works still unknown to us. He flourished in the times of the Councils of Constance and Basel, both of which he adorned by his presence, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Aietanus, a native of Vicenza, a canon of Padua, a man devoted and learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in secular letters, a distinguished philosopher and physician, a very celebrated theologian, who publicly taught sacred scholastic letters in the Paduan gymnasium and acquired great praise for his learning. He wrote, as they report, several little works in both literatures, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Among these they report the following:

On the books of the Physics, eight books. On the books On the Soul, three books. On the books On the Heavens and the World, three books. And very many other works. He flourished in the times of the emperor Sigismund and of Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Heinricus Gulpen, abbot of the monastery of St Giles at Nuremberg, of the order of the holy father Benedict, German by nation, a distinguished jurist, excellently learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular philosophy, and no less venerable for religious conduct than for knowledge of the Scriptures. Johannes Nider, in his little work On Ants, commends from experience the readiness of his intellect and the foresight of his counsel. He wrote elegantly on the seven distinctions:

On Penance, one book. On Consecration, one book. On the Passion of the Lord, one book. And certain other works. He flourished at the Council of Constance in person, when he was still a secular master of arts studying law, in the year of the Lord 1417.

Jacobus Forliviensis, a philosopher and physician of very celebrated reputation, whom many declare to have far surpassed all professors of philosophy and medicine of his time, distinguished not only for learning but also for experience in curing human illnesses. He wrote, in his own faculty, very useful little works for those laboring in study, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these they report as the chief:

On the Extension of the Degrees of Forms, one book. On the First Canon of Avicenna, one book. On the Aphorisms of the same, one book. Also on the Tegni, one book. And certain other works. He flourished in the times of Sigismund, most Christian emperor, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1430.

Rudolphus de Buxella, from a village of Swabia, German by nation, of the diocese of Speyer, a man devoted and learned in the divine Scriptures and excellently instructed in the secular philosophy which they call Aristotelian, a distinguished professor of sacred theology, who acquired great praise for his learning in the Heidelberg gymnasium. He wrote in that faculty little works not to be despised, by which he made his name known to posterity, namely: Questions on the Sentences, one book; very useful sermons, one book; various questions, one book; many orations to the fathers, one book; And if holy mother Church. And many other works. He flourished in the Heidelberg gymnasium at the time of the Council of Basel and thereafter, in the year of the Lord 1420.

Hugo of Siena, Italian by nation, a man most learned in secular letters, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, a renowned philosopher and very celebrated physician, of outstanding and excellent intellect. He wrote in medicine volumes for students not to be despised, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Among these they report:

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On Ecclesiastical Writers

On the first book of Avicenna: one book. On the Aphorisms of Hippocrates: one book. On Galen’s Tegni: one book. And many other works. He flourished in the time of the Council of Basel and of the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Henricus of Gauda, a German by nation, magnificently learned in the holy Scriptures, subtle in intellect, a most acute disputant of scholastic questions, in the university of Heidelberg, both by lecturing and by composing, easily held first place in his time. He wrote certain distinguished little works of his talent, of which only a few have so far come to my knowledge:

The Fountain of Gardens, the Well of Water: one book. On the Celebration of Mass: one book. Various Prayers. Disputed Questions. And certain other works. He flourished in the time of the Council of Basel and of the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1425.

Sanctes de Arduinis, born from the city of Pesaro, a man most learned in philosophy and medicine, most experienced in healing human bodies, held in great esteem among the Venetians in his time, published certain distinguished little works of this faculty, by which he destined the memory of his most celebrated name for the knowledge of posterity. Of these there is extant a notable work on all natural and artificial poisons: one book. Also On Smelling: one book. On Prolification: one book. And certain other works. He flourished under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Nicolaus de Susato, a German by nation, a very celebrated doctor of sacred theology, most learned both in secular philosophy and in the divine Scriptures, held in esteem by Ludovicus, duke of Bavaria, count palatine of the Rhine, was joined with the cardinals from the German nation, along with the others, at the Council of Constance for the election of the supreme pontiff, as is found in the acts of that same council. He wrote several distinguished little works of his talent, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Of these are reported:

Questions on the Sentences: one book. Many Sermons: one book. Various Questions. And many other works. He flourished at the Council of Constance, under the emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1417.

Johannes de Marliano, a very celebrated philosopher and physician, excellent in intellect, renowned for experience in this art, not least among the physicians of his age, published certain distinguished and lucid little works both in philosophy and in medicine, the reading of which is said to be not a little useful to students of these subjects; namely:

On Reaction, Although [unclear]. On the Heat of Bodies: one book. On Antiperistasis: one book. And many other works. He flourished in the time of Sigismund, most Christian emperor, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Book [unclear]. Johannes Gritsch, German by nation, from Basel by homeland, of the Order of Friars Minor, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and sufficiently instructed both in canon law and in secular philosophy, outstanding in talent and distinguished in eloquence, of a most celebrated reputation in delivering sermons to the people, wrote for preachers of the word of God some little works not to be despised, by which he commended the memory of his name to posterity. Among them these are reported: Sermons on the season, one book; Sermons on the saints, one book; Sermons through Lent, one book, “When you fast,” etc., according to Matthew; On the Passion of the Lord, one book; and certain others. He flourished, as his own people say, in the times of Emperor Sigismund, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Johannes Nider, of the Order of Friars Preachers, German by nation, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and sufficiently taught in scholastic philosophy, of excellent and distinguished talent in delivering sermons to the people, an inquisitor of heretical depravity, a most keen investigator of the little women whom the common people call witches, wrote in clear speech a number of volumes, by which he made his name known to posterity. Among them these are reported: On Merchants’ Contracts, one book, “Since the office of merchants,” etc.; On Moral Leprosy, one book, “Once, when we read in Leviticus”; On the Precepts of the Decalogue, one book, “The most sacred law of the Decalogue”; On Ants Morally, five books, “Often traversing those which”; On the Consolation of a Fearful Conscience, one book, “Among disciplines we find”; Mirror of Perfection, one book, “Behold your king,” etc.; Three [unclear]; Sermons on the Season, one book, “Come after me,” etc.; Three [unclear]; Sermons on the Saints, one book, “Turn ye to,” etc.; [unclear]; Lenten Sermons, one book; and many other things.

Nicolaus Siculus, abbot of Monacensis, of the Order of Saint Benedict, sprung from the city of Catania, called de Tudeschis, first auditor of cases of the lord pope’s Rota, afterward archbishop of Palermo, and finally cardinal of the most holy Roman Church, the most celebrated jurist of all, subtle and acute in talent, ready and cautious in counsel, clear and orderly in speech, who is deservedly called the lamp of the law, wrote many distinguished volumes, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these the following are reported: On the Decree, unfinished, one book, “Since every principle of the heavenly”; On the Decretals, five books; For the Council of Basel, one book, “Since the truth of the words”; Judicial Process, one book, “The peace-making king of all”; One Hundred and Four Counsels, one book, “The circumstance of the fact is such”; Various Disputations, one book.

Ludovicus Pontanus of Rome, Italian by nation, a most brilliant jurist, no less devoted to the holy Scriptures than to secular philosophy, excellent in talent, concise and weighty in judgment, published for those wishing to make progress in the faculty of law

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. iii.

... volumes not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Of their number I have seen only the work entitled Singular Noteworthy Matters, one book: "The word is understood altogether." Of the rest I have seen nothing. He flourished in the times of Sigismund, most excellent emperor, in the year of the Lord 1430.

Johannes Noblet, of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, French by nation, of the Paris convent and school, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular disciplines, since before entering religion he had been, by art, practice, and profession, a health-giving physician of sick bodies, wrote several distinguished little works, of which the following are reported: On the Sentences, three books; On the Canonical Epistles, six books; A Centiloquy of Enigmas, one book; Various Sermons, one book; and many others.

"Noble in the gates is her husband."

Besides these, he is said to have written wonderful and most elegant commentaries on many books of the Bible, which by no means have come to our knowledge.

Johannes de Ragusio, of the order of the brothers preachers, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, outstanding in talent, distinguished in eloquence, of very celebrated reputation in delivering sermons to the people, published certain distinguished little works of his talent, by which he transmitted his name to knowledge. Among them I have read a work addressed to the fathers of the Council of Basel, Against the Hussites, one book: "Most reverend and venerable..." Of the rest I have seen nothing. He flourished in person at the Council of Basel, where he publicly delivered the said treatise against the heretics to the fathers, under Emperor Albert, in the year of the Lord 1438.

Blondus Flavius of Forli, secretary of Pope Eugenius IV, a man skilled in every discipline of the liberal arts, a very celebrated philosopher and rhetorician, an outstanding historiographer, excellent in talent, eloquent in speech, second to none in grace of expression, wrote many distinguished volumes, by which he left the memory of his name to posterity. Among these the following are reported: three decades entitled On the Deeds of the Romans, thirty-one books: "The origin of the empire of the Romans..."; On Rome Triumphant, ten books; On Rome Restored, three books; On Italy Illuminated, eight books; Letters to Various Persons, one book; Various Orations, one book; and many others.

"The origin of the empire of the Romans..."

He flourished in the times of Emperor Sigismund, under Pope Eugenius IV, in the year of the Lord 1435. He left five sons from a legitimate marriage, cultivators of the liberal arts.

Neymericus de Campo, German by nation, vice-chancellor of the University of Cologne, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and second to none in his time in Aristotelian philosophy, subtle in talent, an outstanding disputant of difficult questions, wrote many distinguished little works, of which, however, few have so far come into our hands. He was personally sent to the Council of Basel by the University of Cologne, where, at the urging of Master Nicolaus de Cusa, later cardinal, he published: A Compendium of Questions, one book: "After many [unclear] by occasion..."; On the Sentences, three books: "As Augustine says in the book On..."

On being and essence: 1 book. “Being and non-being are opposed.” Compendium of divine matters: 4 books. “In this little work, under …” Various questions: 1 book. Many sermons: 1 book. On the authority of a council: 1 book. And many other things.

He flourished at the Council of Basel, where he wrote and disputed much, in the year of the Lord 1438, under Emperor Albert.

Georgius Trapezuntius, apostolic secretary, a man most learned in every respect, and a celebrated philosopher, rhetorician, and poet, who, appointed by Pope Eugenius to the public school at Rome, taught rhetoric and poetry for many years, and left behind many disciples most learned in every science. He wrote certain distinguished volumes, by which he made his name known to posterity, among which are extant:

A very fine rhetoric: 1 book. A singular dialectic: 1 book. On Cicero’s orations: 1 book. Various orations and letters. And certain other things.

He flourished at Rome in the time of Pope Eugenius IV, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1435.

[Florianus?] de Sancto Petro, an Italian by nation, from Bologna by homeland, a man easily the most learned of all his time in civil law, and not ignorant of divine scripture or secular philosophy; acute in intellect, clear in speech, a subtle disputant, and a cautious compiler. He wrote in that faculty certain distinguished little works, by which he commended the memory of his celebrated name to posterity. Among these, they say, are:

On the Code: 9 books. On the Old Digest: 24 books. On the New Digest: 14 books. On the Infortiatum: 14 books.

He flourished in the time of Emperor Sigismund and Pope Eugenius IV, in the year of the Lord 1435.

Nicolaus Lackman, a German by nation, of the Order of Friars Minor of Saint Francis, minister of Saxony, a man studious and learned in divine scripture and not ignorant of Aristotelian philosophy; outstanding in intellect, and fit for disputation; of excellent reputation in declaiming sermons to the people. He wrote little works not to be dismissed from reading, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of their number, the following are said to be the more important:

On the Sentences: 4 books. Various questions: 1 book. Sermons on the season: 1 book. Sermons on the saints: 1 book. And many other things.

He flourished in the time of the Council of Basel and Pope Eugenius IV, in the year of the Lord 1440.

Johannes de Schoonhoven, a German by nation, of the order of regular canons of Saint Augustine, of a monastery in Brabant, in the diocese of Cambrai, which in the vernacular is called Groenendaal, in Latin “Green Valley,” in which Johannes Ruysbroeck once held the office of prior; a man studious and learned in divine scripture, and not ignorant of secular philosophy; cautious in intellect, polished in speech, and no less illustrious in conduct than in learning. He wrote to Simon, his nephew:

A spiritual exhortatory work: 1 book. “Great joy to me …”

At last he compelled me.

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Book [unclear]. The archbishop of Trier, finding that that man was learned, experienced, and zealous, by the authority of the supreme pontiff took him from the Charterhouse and appointed him abbot in the aforesaid monastery; through him he reformed many monasteries in his diocese. He himself also, by the authority of the Council of Basel, magnificently extended the reform. He wrote, moreover, for the reform of monks: Useful Constitutions, one book, “When the divine office [unclear].” On the Quality of an Abbot, one book, “Since every [unclear] proceeds from on high.” And certain other works. He died under Emperor Albert and Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1439, the twentieth of his abbacy, in the [unclear] indiction, on the first day of the month of December. He was buried in the said monastery of Saint Matthew the Apostle at Trier, before the altar of the protomartyr Stephen, in the right apse of the choir, beneath a stone inscribed with his name.

Guarino of Verona, once a pupil of Chrysoloras the Byzantine philosopher, a man not ignorant of Greek letters and most skilled in the Greek and Latin languages, by whose labors the studies of the good arts were stirred up and recalled into the light, studies which seemed weakened and already almost extinct. He taught first at Venice, afterwards at Ferrara; in both places he had very celebrated pupils. He wrote to Prince Leonello a work entitled On the Difference Between a Flatterer and a Friend, one book; also a short Grammar, one book; a Comparison of Scipio and Gaius, one book; Letters to Various Persons, sixteen books; several Orations, one book; many poems; and not a few other works. By command of Pope Nicholas V he translated into Latin the Geography of Strabo, a work no less useful than delightful. From Plutarch he made Latin versions of the lives of many illustrious men; but he translated Plutarch himself On the Education of Children, along with many other works, most elegantly; these are in part extant. He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460, in the eighth indiction, on the day before the Nones of December. He was buried at Ferrara in the convent of the Carmelites, honorably endowed with a marble tomb.

Heinrich Kalteisen, archbishop of the churches of Nidaros and Caesarea, of the Order of Preachers, German by nation, a native of Koblenz, where he entered the order; first lector of the Sacred Palace, preacher of the Holy Cross, and inquisitor of heretical depravity; afterwards, as we have said, consecrated by apostolic authority as chief bishop of two provinces: by his learning and preaching he became known as famous throughout the whole world. Since he was a very celebrated doctor of sacred theology, he wrote, among other notable works: Sermons on the Season, one book; Sermons on the Saints, one book; Sermons Through Lent, one book; On the Magnificat, one book; Various Questions, one book; Addresses to the Clergy; and several other works. He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1465, in the fourteenth indiction, on the sixth day before the Nones of October. He was buried in his convent at Koblenz.

Johannes Bertachinus of Fermo, a very celebrated jurisconsult, singularly studious in that faculty, outstanding in talent and renowned for eloquence, wrote certain distinguished little works in law, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Among them there exists a most distinguished work, divided into three large volumes, which

Book I

On the eternal Gospel: a book. On the Christian religion: a book. On the conception of Saint Mary: a book. On the Passion of the Lord: a book. Sermons for the Temporal cycle: a book. Sermons for the Sanctoral: a book. And certain other works.

He died at Aquila, a city of Abruzzo, in the reign of Emperor Frederick III, under Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1443, in the sixth indiction, in the sixty-fourth year of his age. And because of his frequent miracles he was enrolled in the catalogue of the saints by Pope Nicholas V, in the year 1450, the seventh after his death. His feast is kept on the twentieth day of the month of May.

Antonius Gaynerus, of Pavia by origin, a very celebrated doctor of medicine, nobly learned also in the precepts of the philosophers, excellent in talent, and notably distinguished in skill in his profession, wrote in that discipline certain lucid little works, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On illness of the stomach: one book. Also on fever: one book. On illnesses in general: one book. On pleurisy: one book. On the womb: one book. On fluxes: one book. On arthritis in the joints: one book. On the afflictions of stone: one book. On the third of Avicenna: one book. And many other works.

He flourished at the time of the Council of Basel, in the year of the Lord 1440.

Gerardus Stredam, a German by nation, of the Carthusian order, prior of the house of All Apostles near Liège, a man most zealous in the divine Scriptures and excellently learned by long practice, venerable also for religion, prudence, and authority, wrote for the edification of simple brothers certain excellent little works, of which the following are reported. To the abbot of Saint Hadrian of Giraldus’s Mount:

On pastoral care: one book. On the Ten Commandments: one book. On the seven sacraments: one book. The Mirror of Religious: one book. A Dialogue on the virtues: one book. A Dialogue on the vices: one book. Sermons for the Temporal cycle: one book. Sermons for the Sanctoral: one book. And certain other works.

He died at the beginning of the reign of Emperor Frederick III, under Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1443, in the sixth indiction.

Matthaeus Palmerius, an Italian by nation, a Florentine by native city, a historian, philosopher, and most eloquent orator, who in the Council of Florence, which Pope Eugene IV celebrated against the Synod of Basel, was counted among the illustrious men, wrote a book on the angels full of error. Persistently defending it, he was condemned as a heretic and was burned at the city of [unclear]. Carefully examining the Chronicle of Eusebius of Caesarea, he corrected it; and, completing it down to the year of the Lord 1448, he inscribed it to Piero di Cosimo de’ Medici: one book. It begins: “That it is innate in our minds.”

Letters to various persons: one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. j3

Various orations also; and certain other things.

He flourished in the times of the Council of Basel and of Pope Eugenius IV, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1440.

Johannes Ernesti, German by nation, once rector and ornament of the University of Heidelberg, learned in the holy Scriptures, rich in his reading of the ancients, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech with singular charm, an outstanding disputant of questions, wrote, as they say, certain distinguished little works, by which he transmitted the memory of his name with glory to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

Questions on the Sentences, one book. Disputed Questions, one book. Many Sermons, one book. On the Nativity of the Lord, an oration, one book: “And if of speaking concerning the greatest [unclear].” On Fasting, to the University, one book: “Most sacred [unclear] desires.” Many Various Orations, one book. On the Authority of the Council, one book. And many other things.

He flourished at the time of the Council of Basel, at the beginning of the reign of Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1440.

Bartholomaeus, of the Carthusian order, prior of the house of Bethlehem in the town of Roermond in Guelders, German by nation, acute in sacred letters, a devout and celebrated interpreter, wrote for the edification of his brothers certain distinguished little works, by which he magnificently exercised his intellect and left to posterity the memory of his name. Of these the following are reported:

Exercise of Devotion, one book. Summary of Vices, one book. On Abstinence from Meat, one book. On the Proclamations of the Brothers, one book. On Rash Judgments, one book. On the Oath, one book. On the Vow also, one book. And certain other things.

He died under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1046, in the ninth indiction, on the third day before the Ides of July.

Heinricus de Werlis, German by nation, of the Order of Friars Minor, minister of the province of Cologne, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular philosophy, excellent in intellect, scholastic in eloquence, an acute disputant, an outstanding declaimer of sermons, composed certain lucid volumes, by which he left to posterity the memory of his name. Among these there is an outstanding work:

On the Sentences, four books. On Ecclesiastical Power, one book. Various Sermons also, one book. And many other things.

He flourished in the times of the Council of Basel and of Pope Eugenius IV, in the year of the Lord 1490.

Andreas de Traiecto, German by nation, a monk of our monastery of Sponheim, of the order of Saint Benedict, which is situated within the borders of the diocese of Mainz, between the Rhine and the Hercynian forest, which is called the Soonwald, stretching westward toward Trier, certainly a studious man, learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant also of secular letters, outstanding in intellect and distinguished in eloquence, wrote both in meter and in prose little works not to be despised, of which the following are extant:

Book. Soliloquies of a man to God: one book, “When once [unclear] of the divine calling.” On the progress of virtues: a book, “Having gone out [unclear] a trench of a cubit.” On abstinence from meats: a book, “The authority of your fraternity.” On the use of flocks: a book, “Reverend father, recently by me.” Letters to various persons: a book, “Although among all things which, wrongly.” Various conferences: a book, “Although there is nothing in me which.” Poems and rhythms. And certain other short works. He flourished in the aforesaid monastery of Sponheim before the introduction of the latest Bursfeld reform, in the year of the Lord 1445.

Anthony, of the Order of Friars Preachers, archbishop of Florence, an Italian by birth, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, excellent in talent, distinguished in eloquence, famous in delivering sermons to the people, of celebrated reputation, and no less venerable for his life and conduct than for his learning. He wrote many splendid volumes, by which he labored magnificently for the edification of the Church militant. Among these there is a very famous great work, divided into four volumes of no small size, which he entitles: A Summa of cases of conscience: three books, “They have been magnified.” A huge and notable Chronicle: three books, “I shall speak propositions from [unclear].” A Directory for confessors: one book, “Those who search have failed.” On ecclesiastical censure: a book, “Turn to the Lord.” Sermons on the season: a book. And certain other works. Sermons on the saints: a book. Leonardus of Udine, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a man indeed in the divine writings [unclear]. He died after many labors of sacred study, not without a reputation for sanctity, under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1459, in the seventh indiction, on the sixth Nones of May. He was buried at Saint Mark, the convent of his order.

Leonardus of Udine, of the Order of Friars Preachers, not ignorant of secular philosophy; devoted and learned in [divine?] writings; not ignorant of secular philosophy; in delivering sermons to the people, of excellent talent and lofty reputation. He wrote, for the benefit of preachers, certain splendid little works, by which he transmitted the memory of his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. Among these the following are reported: Sermons on the season: a book, “Interpreter of divine mysteries.” Sermons on the saints: a book. On covetousness: a book, “Do not lay up treasures for yourselves.” On the laws for Lent: a book. Against the Hussites: a book. Various sermons: a book. On the Passion of the Lord: a book. And certain other works. He flourished under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1445.

John of Capistrano, from the town of Capistrano in Abruzzo, not far from the city of L’Aquila, of the Order of Friars Minor, formerly a disciple of Saint Bernardino of Siena, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, excellently instructed in canon law, outstanding in talent and distinguished in eloquence, and also devout in religious life and conduct, a most celebrated preacher of the divine word, who by word and example converted many from iniquity. He wrote certain little works of no small usefulness, of which few have come to me: Some letters. And certain other works. He flourished under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1450, not without a reputation for sanctity.

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The Most Recent Dawn: 1 book, “Scribes and notaries.” Various consultations: 1 book. He is said also to have written some other things, but they have not come to my knowledge.

Henry of Herp, of the Order of Friars Minor of Saint Francis, a German by nationality, of the province of Cologne, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of pontifical law, outstanding in intellect and clear in speech, of a very celebrated reputation in delivering sermons to the people, no less venerable for his religious life than for his knowledge of the Scriptures, wrote little works of authority not to be rejected, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of their number the following are reported. A large and notable volume: On the Precepts of the Decalogue: 1 book, “I find another law in...” Sermons on the Season: 1 book, “Behold, your king comes.” Sermons on the Saints: 1 book, “Rabbi, where do you dwell?” according to [unclear]. Sermons for Advent: 1 book, “Who will be able to think...” On the Three Parts of Penitence: 1 book, “No one can serve two masters.” And certain other things. He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Johannes de Turrecremata, of the Order of Friars Preachers, bishop of Sabina and cardinal priest of the Holy Roman Church, a man zealous in the divine Scriptures and an excellent preacher of sermons, ready in intellect and clear in speech, wrote many little works of his intellect, by which he made his name known. Of these the following are reported. To Arsenius, monk of the monastery of Saint Benedict at Lando, which he himself held in commendam, he composed a large work, not to be rejected: On the Rule of Saint Benedict: 1 book, “Since, with the help of our Lord...” On the Whole Psalter: 1 book, “To the most blessed father and merciful...” Questions on the Sunday Gospels: 1 book, “To the holy and most venerable...” Questions on the Gospels for Saints: 1 book, “Recently the reverend father enjoined upon me...” On Blessed Water: 1 book, “Divine Scripture teaches us...” On the Salvation of the Soul: 1 book. Sermons on the Season: 1 book. Sermons on the Saints: 1 book. And many other things. He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and the supreme pontiffs Pius and Paul, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Johannes of Mechelen, a German by nationality, a man trained by long study in the divine Scriptures and not moderately learned in scholastic philosophy, excellent in intellect and renowned for knowledge, taught theology publicly for many years in the school of Cologne and acquired great praise for the light of his erudition. He wrote certain distinguished little works of his intellect, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Of these the following are reported. A notable work: On the Sentences: 4 books. On the Psalter: 1 book. Various Questions: 1 book. Sermons and Collations: 1 book. And many other things. He flourished in the times of Emperor Frederick III and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Dionysius Rykel, otherwise of Leeuwen, a German by nationality, of the Order of Carthusians, of the house of Bethlehem in Roermond, a man most zealous in the divine Scriptures and skilled through continual exercise, not ignorant also of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, singularly devout in life and conduct, so much so that he was even deemed worthy of divine revelations, to whom there are extant several letters of Nicholas of Cusa, cardinal and most learned man, wrote so many and so great works that in the number of his little works, apart from Augustine, among the Latin...

ON ECCLESIASTICAL WRITERS. Fol. [114].

Nicholas of Cusa, bishop of Brixen, and cardinal-priest of the holy Roman Church of the title of Saint Peter in Chains, a Teuton by nation, from the diocese of Trier, a man most erudite in the divine Scriptures, and easily the prince of the theologians of his time, and excellently learned in secular letters: a philosopher, rhetorician, and most celebrated mathematician, subtle in talent and eloquent in speech, skilled in the three languages—Hebrew, Greek, and Latin—most upright in life and conversation and singularly devout, a sincere and fervid lover of the salvation of souls; who, sent as legate into Germany, did and established many useful things for the reformation of the Church, and especially of our order. He wrote many illustrious volumes, of which the following are extant: On the vision of God: book. ["I will now disclose what [things] to you…"] On the peace of the faith: book. ["He was of those who, among…"] The Reparation of the Calendar: 2 books. ["Receive, most holy pope…"] On mathematical complements: book. ["To the praise of the omnipotent God…"] A Sifting of the Koran: 3 books. ["So great is the power of the supreme…"] On the hunting of wisdom: book. ["It is [my] purpose [to set forth] my [things]…"] On the game of the mystical globe: 2 books. ["Since I see you [going] to the [Apostolic] See…"] A Compendium: book. ["Receive a brief compendium…"] A Trialogue on Possest [actualized-possibility]: book. ["Since to us is granted…"] On mathematical perfection: book. ["The noble mind is solicitous…"] Against the Bohemians: book. ["Nicholas, by [God's] mercy…"] On the Beryl: 1 book. ["Whoever shall have read the [things] which [are] in…"] On the gift of the Father of lights: book. ["And if already before, [as] above…"] On seeking God: book. ["According to your desire, as far as possible…"] On the summit of contemplation: [book]. ["I see you [pondering] a certain profound [matter]…"] On Learned Ignorance: book. ["He will wonder, and rightly…"] On Conjectures: 2 books. ["Now, such as it is, [the work] being given…"] On the filiation of God: [book]. ["At length [it] compelled me…"] On Gene[sis]

Book. The archbishop of Trier, judging that man to be learned, experienced, and zealous, by the authority of the supreme pontiff took him from the Charterhouse and appointed him abbot in the aforesaid monastery; through him he reformed many monasteries in his diocese. He himself also, by the authority of the Council of Basel, magnificently extended the reform. He wrote, for the reform of monks: Useful Constitutions, one book, “When the divine office [unclear].” On the Quality of an Abbot, one book, “Since every [unclear] proceeds from on high.” And certain other things. He died under Emperor Albert and Pope Eugene IV, in the year of the Lord 1439, the twentieth of his abbacy, in the first indiction, on the first day of the month of December. He was buried in the said monastery of Saint Matthias the Apostle at Trier, before the altar of the protomartyr Stephen, in the right apse of the choir, under a stone inscribed with his name.

Guarinus of Verona, once a hearer of Chrysoloras the Byzantine philosopher, a man not ignorant of Greek letters and most skilled in Greek and Latin speech; through his labors the studies of the liberal arts were aroused and called back into the light, which had seemed weakened and already almost extinct. He taught first at Venice, afterwards at Ferrara; in both places he had very famous pupils. He wrote to Prince Leonello a work entitled On the Difference between a Flatterer and a Friend, one book; also a brief Grammar, one book; A Comparison of Scipio and Gaius, one book; Letters to Various Persons, sixteen books; several Orations, one book; many Poems; and not a few other things. By order of Pope Nicholas V he translated into Latin Strabo’s Geography, a work no less useful than delightful. From Plutarch he made Latin versions of the lives of many illustrious men; but Plutarch himself On the Education of Children, with many other works, he translated most elegantly, which are partly extant. He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460, in the eighth indiction, on the day before the Nones of December. He was buried at Ferrara in the convent of the Carmelites, honorably endowed with a marble tomb.

Heinrich Kalteisen, archbishop of the churches of Nidaros and Caesarea, of the Order of Friars Preachers, German by nation, a native of Koblenz, where he entered the order; first lector of the sacred palace, preacher of Holy Cross, inquisitor of heretical depravity, afterwards, as we have said, consecrated chief bishop of two provinces by apostolic authority; through his learning and preaching he became famously known to the whole world. Since he was a very celebrated doctor of sacred theology, he wrote, among other notable things: Sermons on the Season, one book; Sermons on the Saints, one book; Sermons through Lent, one book; On the Magnificat, one book; Various Questions, one book; Conferences to the Clergy; and many other things. He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1466, in the fourteenth indiction, on the sixth day before the Nones of October. He was buried in his own convent at Koblenz.

Johannes Bertachinus of Fermo, a very celebrated jurist, singularly devoted to that faculty, outstanding in talent and distinguished in eloquence, wrote certain excellent little works in law, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Of these there survives a very distinguished work, divided into three large volumes, which

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. iii

bringing it together with much labor, most diligently and in fine order, he set down beforehand:

Repertory of Both Laws, three books, beginning “Princes are accustomed to immortal [things].”

Various Questions.

In addition he published many other works, which have not come to the notice of my reading.

Pius II, pope, Tuscan by nation, Sienese by native city, formerly called Aeneas Silvius, sat in the supreme pontificate after Calixtus III for six years: a man most learned in every respect, a philosopher, orator, and distinguished poet; he left to posterity many monuments of his talent. Once, when poor, he served a certain prelate at the Council of Basel. Then, after being taken on as a scribe in the chancery of Frederick III, emperor, and after receiving the poet’s laurel, he was made first bishop of Trieste, afterward of Siena, then cardinal, and most recently was elected pope by the vote of all. Concerning his writings, the following are reported, composed with great force of eloquence:

On the Miseries of Courtiers, one book.

On the Education of Children, one book.

Solution of Questions, one book.

On Two Lovers, one book.

Against the Taborites, one book.

To Nicholas of Cusa, one book.

On Faith, to the Turk, one book.

On the Expedition against the Turks, one book.

To the Bishop of Cracow, one book.

On the Council of Basel, one book.

On the Source of the River Nile, one book.

On the Practice of Hunting, one book.

On Fate also, one book.

Abridgments of Blondus, one book.

On the Origin of the History of the Bohemians, one book.

Precepts of Rhetoric, one book.

Europe, to Cardinal Antonio, one book.

On the Foreknowledge of God, one book.

Dialogue against the Turks, one book.

On Grammar, one book.

An Unfinished Work of Histories, one book.

Letters to Various Persons, one book.

On the Fall of Constantinople, an oration, one book.

On the Fall of the Universal Church, one book.

In the Assembly at Mantua, an oration, one book.

An Oration to Pope Calixtus, one book.

An Oration before the Gathering of Cardinals, one book.

On the Deeds Done by Himself, one book.

Various Orations.

Many epigrams and certain other very elegant little works, which I have not seen, he is said to have written; by these he made his name known to posterity. He died under Emperor Frederick III, at Ancona, as is said, in the year of the Lord 1464, in the twelfth indiction, on 1 September. He was buried at Rome in the church of Saint Peter, beside the altar of Saint Andrew.

Lanfrancus de Oriano, a very celebrated jurist, not ignorant of secular literature, excellent in talent and renowned for eloquence, wrote in his profession certain volumes not to be despised, by which he transmitted the memory of his talent to posterity and proved himself in many ways magnificently in study. Of this number the following are extant:

Repetitions: Quoniam contra, De probationibus, two books; Quoniam contra, Haec decretalis, [unclear].

Book I.

A commentary on the Clementine Saepe, De verborum significatione, one book: “This Clementine contains in itself ...”

On the chapter Dispendiosam, De iudiciis, one book: “It is not necessary to divide ...”

A repetition on the chapter Raynucius, De testamentis, one book: “In the text where Raynucius ...”

On the law Admonendi, De iureiurando, one book: “This law is divided into two ...”

On the interpretation of statutes, one book: “For a clearer understanding ...”

On the law Centurio, De vulgari et pupillari substitutione, one book: “This law is famous, having ...”

A repetition on the rubric De [unclear], one book.

He also published many other things, which have not come to my knowledge.

Henricus Gorrickem, German by nation, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and notably learned in secular philosophy, distinguished in talent, scholastic in speech, and an acute disputant, was regarded in his own time as distinguished in the University of Cologne by lecturing and composing. He wrote little works of no contemptible reading, by which he transmitted his name to posterity with glory. Of these there are extant:

Conclusions on the Sentences, three books: “Desiring something concerning ...”

On Superstitions, one book: “In the reading ...”

Against the Hussites also, one book.

On the Celebration of Feasts, one book.

A summary of Saint Thomas, one book.

Sermons and conferences, one book.

In addition he published various questions, determinations, lectures, different books, and treatises, which have by no means come to the knowledge of our reading. He flourished under Frederick III, emperor, and Pope Pius II, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1460.

Johannes Kanneman, of the Order of Friars Minor, German by nation, a man learned in the holy Scriptures and not ignorant of secular letters, subtle in talent, distinguished in eloquence, was excellent in declaiming sermons to the people. Since, thinking wrongly about ecclesiastical power, he was being sought by the minister of Saxony for prison, he slipped away in flight and took refuge with the Observantines; thereafter he amended his error together with his life. Johannes de Hagen, a Carthusian and most learned man, had already long before corrected him and recalled him to the paths of justice. He wrote:

A defense of himself, one book.

On the Passion of the Lord, one book.

Various sermons, one book.

Certain questions, one book.

And many other things.

He flourished in the times of Frederick III, emperor, and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Jacobus Luterbuck, German by nation, of the Order of Carthusians, vicar of the house of Mount Saint Savior near Erfurt, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, distinguished in talent, clear in speech, a cautious interpreter of doubtful matters, and devout also in life and conduct, wrote many various little works, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Concerning these the following are reported:

On the Jubilee Year, one book.

On the Causes of Many Sufferings, one book.

On the Threefold State of Men, one book.

Consolation for the Evils of This World, one book.

On the Manner of Observing an Interdict, one book.

Apologeticus of Religious, one book.

On the Precautions of Diverse Estates, one book.

On the Knowledge of Secrets, one book: “For cutting away errors ...”

On Ecclesiastical Writers, folio 16

On truth to be spoken or kept silent. One book.

On thoughts. One book.

On contracts. One book.

On the evils of this age. One book.

On the obedience of monks. One book.

On the art of dying. One book.

On the stability of monks. One book.

On the restraining of thoughts. One book.

The soliloquy of a man to his soul. One book.

On the art of curing vices. One book.

On the seven mortal sins. One book.

On the same mental sins. One book.

On the power of demons. One book.

On the dignity of prelates. One book.

On the dignity of the priesthood. One book.

On the observance of the commandments. Three books.

On the Sabbath. Two books.

On the state of the safer life. One book.

On the direction of intention. One book.

On the progress of the spiritual life. One book.

On indulgences. One book.

Various sermons. One book. “Jesus walking beside the sea.” And many other things.

He died in the times of Emperor Frederick III and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1466, in the fourteenth indiction.

Nicolaus Dorbellus, of the Order of the Friars Minor of Saint Francis, of the province of Tours, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, second to none in scholastic philosophy, renowned for his intellect, and sufficiently fitted for disputing and disentangling questions of the Scriptures, wrote certain excellent volumes, by which he transmitted his name with glory to the knowledge of posterity. In the school at Poitiers, both by teaching and by writing, he earned great praise for his learning. Concerning his little works the following are reported: an outstanding and most celebrated work, almost divine, pleasing in its singular usefulness:

On the Sentences. Four books. “Because, as the Wise Man bears witness, [unclear].”

On the Summulae of Peter of Spain. Seven books. “As the Philosopher says in the sixth [book] of the Metaphysics.”

On mathematical science. One book. “The first part having been dispatched.”

On the books of Aristotle’s Physics. Eight books. “Nature.” Here begins the book [unclear].

On the books On the Heavens and the World. Two books. “On generation”; here begins the book.

On the books of the Meteorology. Two books. “On the first things.” The book begins.

On the books On the Soul. Three books. “Of good and honorable things.”

On the books of the Metaphysics. Twelve books. “The second part of this having been dispatched.”

On the books of the Ethics. Ten books. “By a concise treatise according to [unclear].”

And certain other things. He was, moreover, a profound interpreter and most keen defender of the sayings of John Scotus; from his writings, expounding philosophy, he named this very work a compendium, dividing it into three parts: mathematical, theological, and ethical. He flourished in the times of Emperor Frederick III and Pope Callixtus III, in the year of the Lord 1455.

Petrus de Unçola, a citizen of Bologna, a very celebrated jurist, well instructed in the disciplines of the liberal arts, outstanding in intellect, renowned in eloquence, distinguished by experience in military affairs and especially in judicial matters, wrote, for the use of notaries studying legal science, an excellent volume on the continuation of the fifth, sixth, and seventh chapters of the Summa of Master Rolandinus, which he entitled:

Aurora novissimae: one book. Scribarii et tabellionii. Various consultations: one book. He is said also to have written some other works, but they have not come to my knowledge.

Henricus de Herph, of the Order of Friars Minor of Saint Francis, a German by nation, of the province of Cologne, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of pontifical law, excellent in talent and clear in speech, of very celebrated reputation in delivering sermons to the people, venerable no less for his religious life than for his knowledge of the Scriptures, wrote little works of authority not to be rejected, by which he made his name known to posterity. Among them the following are reported. A large and distinguished volume:

On the precepts of the Decalogue: one book. I find another law in. Sermons for the season: one book. Behold, thy king comes. Sermons on the saints: one book. Rabbi, where dwellest thou: [unclear]. Sermons for Advent: one book. Who will be able to think. On the three parts of penitence: one book. No one can serve two lords. And certain other works. He flourished under Frederick III, emperor, and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Johannes de Turrecremata, of the Order of Friars Preachers, bishop of Sabina and cardinal priest of the holy Roman Church, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and an outstanding preacher of sermons, ready in talent and clear in speech, wrote many little works of his talent, by which he made his name known. Among these the following are reported. To Arsenius, monk of the monastery of Saint Benedict, which he himself held in commendam, he composed a large and not-to-be-rejected work:

On the Rule of Saint Benedict: one book. With the help of our Lord. On the whole Psalter: one book. To the most blessed father and most merciful. Questions on the Sunday Gospels: one book. To the holy and most reverend. Questions on the Gospels for the saints: one book. The reverend father lately enjoined me. On blessed water: one book. Divine Scripture teaches us. On the salvation of the soul: one book. Sermons for the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. And several other works. He flourished under Frederick III, emperor, and under Pius and Paul, supreme pontiffs, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Johannes de Mechilinia, a German by nation, a man trained by long study in the divine Scriptures and not moderately learned in scholastic philosophy, excellent in talent and distinguished in knowledge, taught theology publicly for many years in the academy of Cologne and acquired the praise of great erudition. He wrote certain distinguished little works of his talent, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Among them the following are reported. A distinguished work:

On the Sentences: four books. On the Psalter: one book. Various questions: one book. Sermons and conferences: one book. And several other works. He flourished in the times of Frederick III, emperor, and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Dionysius Rikel, otherwise of Leuwis, a German by nation, of the Order of Carthusians, of the house of Bethlehem in Roermond, a man most devoted to the divine Scriptures and skilled through continual exercise, not ignorant also of secular philosophy, subtle in talent, scholastic in speech, singularly devout in life and conduct, so much so that he was even held worthy of divine revelations, to whom several letters of Nicholas of Cusa, cardinal and most learned man, are extant, wrote so many and such great works that in the number of his little works, apart from Augustine among the Latins

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 117 ...had no one equal to him. He applied himself to contemplation and prayer with such fervor that one would never have thought he could have written anything. Conversely, in writing and reading he was so diligent that one would have judged him never able to pray or contemplate. He slept very little; he was admirable in abstinence from food and drink, for, following the example of blessed Jerome, he judged it sweet to meditate day and night on the law of the Lord, always either writing something useful or reading, so that prayer often interrupted reading, and sacred reading frequently followed prayer. Concerning his little works he himself, on his own, reviewed them in the following index:

On the Sentences: 4 books On Genesis: 1 book On Exodus: 1 book On Leviticus: 1 book On Numbers: 1 book On Deuteronomy: 1 book On the Book of Joshua: 1 book On the Book of Judges: 1 book On the Book of Ruth: 1 book On the Books of Kings: 4 books On Chronicles: 2 books On Ezra: 3 books On Nehemiah: 1 book On Tobit: 1 book On Judith: 1 book On Esther: 1 book On the Book of Job: 1 book On the Proverbs of Solomon: 1 book On Ecclesiastes: 1 book On the Song of Songs: 1 book On the Book of Wisdom: 1 book On Ecclesiasticus: 1 book On Isaiah the prophet: 1 book On Jeremiah: 1 book On the Book of Baruch: 1 book On Ezekiel: 1 book On Daniel: 1 book On the twelve prophets: 12 books On the Books of Maccabees: 2 books On the Psalter: 3 books On Matthew: 1 book On Mark: 1 book On Luke: 1 book On John: [unclear] On the Epistles of Paul: 13 books On the Acts of the Apostles: 1 book On the Canonical Epistles: 7 books On the Apocalypse: 1 book An exposition of hymns: 1 book On the seven penitential psalms: 1 book On authentic documents: 1 book An exposition of the Mass: 1 book A dialogue on celebration: 1 book On communion: 1 book

Beloved by God and men. All words are just. Honor the Lord with your substance. He who is in the number of the soldiery. Keep the commandments and the law. Strong in war was Jesus Nave. The judges, each by his own name. With Saint Jerome as witness. Kings shall come forth from you. God made from one man. The law of truth was in his mouth. Nehemiah in the memory of many. He who is inclined to mercy. She shall be called woman. Like the sun rising in the world. God said to Solomon. Just as Solomon. The bridegroom will rejoice over. Learn where wisdom is. All will marvel at the words of grace. Isaiah, the great prophet. The wisdom of all the ancients. Judah, your brothers will praise you. David son of Jesse said. I came forth like an aqueduct. Hear me, for concerning great things. Be filled with the Holy Spirit. Let us search our ways. They recount the wisdom of the saints. He made a memorial of his wonders. Whoever shall have eaten. He who presides, with solicitude.

Book

Compendium of philosophy: 1 book Compendium of theology: 1 book Dialogue of the philosopher and the theologian: 1 book On the books of blessed Dionysius: 3 books On his eleven epistles: 1 book On the book of John Climacus: 1 book On Boethius, On the Consolation: 5 books Summary of the parts of Saint Thomas: 1 book Sermons for the season: 1 book Sermons on the saints: 1 book Sermons to religious for the season: 1 book To the same, on the saints: 1 book Six sermons on the sacrament: 1 book Exposition of the Lord’s Passion: 1 book Meditation on the Lord’s Passion: 1 book On the praises of God: 1 book On the praises of Saint Mary: 3 books On the fountain of salvation and the paths of life: 1 book On the light of Christian contemplation: 1 book On the beauty of the world: 1 book On the nature of the eternal and true God: 1 book On the divine essence: 1 book On the distance between divine and human perfection: 1 book On the happiness of the soul: 1 book On the benefits of God: 1 book On mutual sanctification and recognition: 1 book On the gifts of the Holy Spirit: 1 book A preliminary cordial: 1 book On custody of the heart: 1 book On joy and inward peace: 1 book On the purgative way: 1 book Dialogue on the Catholic faith: 1 book Dialogue of a Christian and a Saracen: 1 book Against magicians and the Waldenses: 1 book Against superstitions: 1 book On vices and virtues: 1 book Against ambition: 1 book Against the Saracens: 3 books On the gravity of sin: 1 book On contempt of the world: 1 book On the manner of judging and correcting: 1 book On remedies for temptations: 1 book The mirror of the sinner: 1 book On the four last things: 1 book On inward reformation: 1 book On the particular judgment: 1 book On the passions of the soul: 1 book On the discernment of spirits: 1 book On the progress of charity: 1 book On the perfection of charity: 1 book Inflamer of divine love: 1 book

Wisdom is more precious. Buy wine for yourselves. The lips of the priest guard ... Holy brethren, callings ... Pure religion is to visit ... O God, more excellent ... Who is this who comes forth ... Who is wise and understands ... [unclear]. One is higher. We know that the Son of God has come. My soul has desired. May the Father of glory give you. Who among men will be able to know ... As the Apostle says: Foolish ... Great and wonderful are ... Thus God loved the world. Beware lest you wish to imitate. You shall worship the Lord your God. Those who have made sinners turn ... The kings of the nations rule. I shall tell you, etc. A question proposed to me ... The life of man upon earth is warfare. Turn to the Lord your God. A nation without counsel and without ... Christ died for all. The first man from the earth, earthly. What the Lord God ...

On Ecclesiastical Writers, folio 18

On contemplation, one book: “I have loved and sought wisdom.”

On prayer, one book: “One must always pray and ...”

On meditation, one book: “My thoughts are vain.”

The sound of one feasting, one book: “All who believed were together.”

On the manner of conducting processions, one book: “Zeal for your house has consumed ...”

On the elevation of the mind to God, one book: “Freely you have received, freely ...”

On the authority of the pope, one book: “May your money be with you unto ...”

On the power and jurisdiction of the pope, one book: “Let all things be done honorably.”

On the reform of the Church, three books: “God [unclear] my sister.”

Against simony, one book: “A more excellent way to you ...”

Against the same, one book: “No one putting his hand to ...”

On the reform of cloistered persons, one book: “Take heed to yourselves and to the flock.”

Against plurality of benefices, one book: “Cursed is the man who does ...”

On the rules of life of Christians, one book: “Just as Aristotle ...”

An exhortation for novices, one book: “Labor like a good soldier.”

On the life and government of prelates, one book: “The virgin thinks on the things that are the Lord’s.”

On the institution of the Carthusian order, one book: “Jesus, embracing the little children ...”

On the praises of the same, one book: “Because you have loved chastity.”

On the life of canons, one book: “The Lord God said: It is not good ...”

On the discipline of scholars, one book: “Because a great multitude ...”

On the life of nobles, one book: “Do not commit iniquity.”

On the life of soldiers, one book: “To all princes ...”

On virginity, one book: “By religious and other venerable persons ...”

On the office of archdeacons, one book: “Three collations by chapters.”

On the government of a prince, one book: “And many other things unseen by us.”

A dialogue between Christ and a prince, one book: He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1471, in the fourth indiction, on the twelfth day of the month of March.

On the life of married persons, one book: “The apocalypse made to him.”

A dialogue between Christ and a princess, one book: “Letters to princes.”

On the life of enclosed women, one book: “An annotation of his works.”

On the office of merchants, one book: “Letters to various persons.”

Three collations by chapters.

And many other things unseen by us.

He was buried, not without great [unclear].

in a reputation for holiness, in the common cemetery of the brothers of the aforesaid house at Roermond. Finally, he recast the books of John Cassian into an easier style for the sake of the simpler brothers. The prologue of this work begins thus: “Declaratio,” etc.

Bessarion, commonly so called, patriarch of Constantinople, a man most learned in every respect, a philosopher, an orator, second to none in both languages, wrote certain distinguished volumes of his genius, by which he transmitted his name to posterity with great glory. Among them the following are reported. Against Mark, bishop of Ephesus, who, after the manner of the Greeks, held erroneous views concerning the Holy Spirit at the Council of Florence, he wrote a distinguished and excellent work, which he entitled:

Confutation, 1 book. On that passage, “Thus I wish him to remain,” 1 book. In Praise of Plato’s Philosophy, 5 books. Praises of His Own Country, 3 books. To the Greek Emperor, of Consolation, 3 books. Several Orations and Letters. And certain other things.

He also founded at Venice a notable library, most richly furnished with many books, both Greek and Latin; over it was placed, with no small stipend, Marcus Antonius Sabellicus, a most learned man, of whom we shall speak later. At length he died after many days, while on an embassy to France, under Emperor Frederick and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1473, in the sixth indiction.

Johannes Hagen, otherwise “de Indagine,” a German by nation, of the Carthusian order, of the house of Mount Saint Savior near Erfurt, prior in Eisenach, in Stettin, a man most devoted to the divine Scriptures, very learned, and excellently taught in canon law, brilliant in talent, ready and prudent in counsel, wrote in clear language many distinguished volumes to princes, bishops, and other prelates of churches, when asked about various and diverse questions; of these I remember that only a few have come into our hands. For, as I learned from the writings of a certain devout father of the same order, he published more than three hundred treatises; of all these I myself have seen and read only those which I have set down below in order. A notable work which he entitled:

On the Praise of Poverty, 1 book. “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for …” On the Life of Religious, 1 book. “The kingdom of heaven is like …” On the Fall of Religion, 1 book. “How does the city sit solitary …” On the Life of Young Men, 1 book. “I am a youth …” On Humility and Pride, 1 book. “I am the way, the truth …” On Interior Adornment, 1 book. “All the glory of the king’s daughter is from …” On Access to the New Man, 1 book. “Behold, I make all things new.” On Grace and Free Will, 1 book. “Not I alone, but grace …” On Correction and the Grace of God, 1 book. “The just man shall correct me in …” On Nature and Grace, 1 book. “Love is strong as death.” On Perseverance, 1 book. “He who shall have persevered …” On Spirit, Body, and Soul, 1 book. “The apostle Paul, vessel of election …” On the Commands of Prelates, 1 book. “Let a man so account of us …” On Charity, 1 book. “Great are you, O Lord, and greatly …” Against the Errors of the Bohemians, 1 book. “In Christ Jesus prayers concerning …” To the Bishop of Regensburg, against the same, 3 books. “Most reverend father in Christ …” To the Margrave of Brandenburg, 1 book. “To the illustrious prince, lord …” To the University of Erfurt, 1 book. “Sincere charity in the Lord …”

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. [unclear]

On the Rule of Saint Benedict, one book: “Test the spirits, whether they are from God.”

On guarding against foreign doctrines, one book: “With various and foreign doctrines.”

On knowledge of future things, one book: “Announce the things that are to come.”

On the vision of Tundal, one book: “Concerning the vision of Tundal.”

On the vision of Daniel, chapter seven, one book: “It has been asked concerning the exposition.”

On the apparition of a certain deceased woman, one book: “A certain woman, having been brought.”

On future prodigies, one book: “All things in measure, number, and weight.”

On the lament of the solitary, one book: “Who will give water to my head?”

On the crusade against heretics, one book: “Concerning the crusade which has been granted.”

On the removability of the bridegroom from the Church, one book: “In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

On the time of schism, one book: “And because [unclear] do not wish evil.”

On the authority of the pope in a council, one book: “It has been doubted and asked.”

On ecclesiastical power, one book: “In Christ’s Gospel it is read.”

On fraternal correction, one book: “Likewise it is asked, in fraternal cha[unclear].”

On infants not baptized, one book: “It has been doubted and asked.”

On a judge judging against conscience, one book: “It has been doubted whether it is permitted.”

Against the Flagellants, one book: “In the name of Christ. A brief [work] begins.”

Whether one is a religious without profession, one book: “In the name of Christ. It begins.”

On fasting on Thursday, one book: “It is doubted whether it is permitted.”

On just and unjust war, one book: “Note, for a just war.”

On the doctrine of the Church, one book: “You are Peter; upon this.”

On the hearing of masses, one book: “The wise man says: Son, do all things.”

Against Johannes Kanneman, one book: “In the name of Jesus Christ. There begins [unclear].”

On the spiritual life, one book: “If we live by the Spirit, by the Spirit.”

On the discernment of thoughts, one book: “Why do you think evil things?”

On true and false penitence, one book: “Do penance; [the kingdom] has drawn near.”

On the manner of confessing, one book: “The royal prophet, in Psalm 31.”

On hearing confessions, one book: “Confess to one another.”

On the spiritual art of memory, one book: “Remember the last things.”

On the four senses of Scripture, one book: “This is eternal life, that.”

On contemplation, one book: “On the willows in its midst.”

On interdict, one book: “Solomon built the tem[ple].”

Sermons at a dedication, five, one book.

To Rudolph, bishop of Lavant, one book.

On false prophets, one book.

On communion under both species, one book.

Letters to various persons, one book.

Various sermons also, one book.

On Kings, in the fourfold sense, three books.

Finally, on many books of the Bible he composed elegant commentaries, and other notable treatises and almost innumerable solutions of questions. He flourished under Frederick III and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Johannes, abbot of the monastery of Neuzelle, studious and learned in the sacred scriptures, nobly learned in canon law, subtle in intellect, distinguished in eloquence, wrote many diverse little works of his intellect, by which he transmitted to posterity with glory the memory of his most celebrated name. Of these the following are extant:

A very distinguished notable work, which is entitled Concordance of the Canon of the Bible, one book: “In the beginning God created.”

Sermons on the season, one book: “Look, lift up your heads.”

Sermons on the saints, one book: “Having left the nets, Saint Peter.”

Letters and various questions.

Book. The other things that he composed have not come to the notice of our reading.

Jacobus de Gruytrode, German by nation, of the Carthusian order, prior of the house of All Apostles near Liège, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, devout in life and conduct, excellent in talent and sweet in speech, wrote certain distinguished and devout little works, the reading of which is considered not unprofitable for religious persons and lovers of their own salvation.

On True Virtues, 2 books. On the Seven Deadly Sins, 1 book. On the Four Last Things, 1 book. On the Life of the Lord Jesus, 1 book. On Preparation before Mass, 1 book. On the Definition of the Name Monk, 1 book. Meditations on the Passion of the Lord, 1 book. Lectionary [of the table?], 1 book. Mirror of Prelates, 1 book. Mirror of Subjects, 1 book. Mirror of Priests, 1 book. Mirror of Secular Men, 1 book. Mirror of Old Age, 1 book. Contemplation of Saint Mary, 1 book. Colloquy of Jesus and the Monk, 1 book. Colloquy of Jesus and the Prelate, 1 book. Colloquy of Jesus and the Old Man, 1 book. Colloquy of Jesus and the Hermit, 1 book. Colloquy of Jesus and the Disciple, 1 book. Contemplation of Saint Mary, 1 book. Little Crown of Saint Mary, 1 book. Dialogue of the Crucified One and the Sinner, 1 book. Dialogue of Mary and the Sinner, 1 book. Another dialogue of Mary and the [sinner?], 1 book. Meditations on the Compassion of Mary, 1 book. On the Name of Jesus and Mary, 1 book. Sermons on the Temporale, 1 book. Sermons on the Saints, 1 book. Letters to Various Persons, 1 book.

A Bundle of Myrrh, beloved. Eat, friends, and drink.

Deal with me, sweetest Jesus. Do not be angry, I beg you, Lord. You have wounded my heart, sister. Forgive, I beg you, most kindly one. I have a word for you, O [unclear].

Of these the items placed below are reported: and many others. He died most devoutly under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1472, in the fifth indiction, on the day before the Ides of February.

Jacobus Zenus, a Venetian patrician, bishop of the church of Padua, a man studious and learned in the holy Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular letters, subtle in talent, eloquent in speech, ready and circumspect in counsel, and distinguished by experience of many things, wrote certain distinguished volumes, by which he transmitted his name to posterity with glory. Among these there is a most elegant work:

On the Deeds of the Supreme Pontiffs, 1 book, and certain other things.

He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1476, in the ninth indiction.

Guilhelmus Forleon, Breton by nation, of the order of the brothers of Saint Francis, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and exceptionally instructed in secular philosophy, distinguished in talent, scholastic in speech, who in the Paris gymnasium, both by teaching, by disputing, and also by writing, earned great praise for his learning, published certain distinguished little works on the Scriptures. Among these there is a very celebrated work:

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 120

On the Sentences: four books. Various Questions: one book. And very many other works.

His hearer and disciple once was a very learned man and easily the foremost of the theologians of our age: Master Stephanus, called Bruleffer, a Gaul by nation, of the same order. He first taught theology in the convent at Paris; afterwards, betaking himself to the observance of the order at Mainz in Germany, he began there to lecture on the Sentences, which he is continuing in the convent at Metz with no small praise. This William flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Albertus de Eybe, a German by nation, canon of the church of Bamberg and chamberlain of Pope Pius II, was a man zealous and learned in secular letters, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech, an outstanding rhetorician and poet. He wrote little works not to be despised in reading, of which the following are extant. To Lord Johannes, duke of Bavaria, bishop of Münster and afterwards primate of Magdeburg, an outstanding work entitled:

The Poetic Pearl: one book. You have very often wished, reverend father. Also, On Matrimony: one book. Letters to Various Persons: one book. And very many other works.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Pius II, in the year of the Lord 1460.

Rodericus, bishop of Zamora, was a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular letters, outstanding in intellect and distinguished in eloquence. He wrote little works of no contemptible authority, products of his intellect, by which he commended the memory of his name to posterity. Of these I have so far seen only one volume, which he entitled: Mirror of Human Life: two books. Above all human things.

The rest he has not seen.

He flourished in the times of Emperor Frederick III and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Ambrosius Choriolanus, of the order of the Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, prior general, a Roman by country, was a man learned in the divine Scriptures and distinguished in knowledge of secular letters, excellent in intellect and eloquent in speech, learned and eloquent. He wrote certain splendid little works, by which he commended his name to immortality. Of these, however, only a few came to my knowledge through reading; I have set them down below:

On the Rule of Saint Augustine: one book. From the parent of all doctors. A Commendation of the Same Rule: one book. After blessed Augustine. On the Second Rule: one book. Keen in intellect, splendid in life. On the Life of Saint Augustine: one book. Very often, when in great. On the Praises of the Same: one book. They have been accustomed, most blessed father. Various Orations: one book. He also wrote many other works.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Benedictus Stendel of Halle, a town of Saxony, a German by nation, was a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular philosophy, excellent in intellect and clear in speech. In the academy of Erfurt he gloriously taught theology for many years, and shone forth distinguished both in life and in doctrine. He wrote certain little works not to be despised in reading, from which in the said university he lectured ordinarily, the following:

On Genesis: one book. On Exodus: one book. On Leviticus: one book.

Book [unclear]: one book. On Numbers: one book. On Deuteronomy: one book. Various sermons: one book. Different conferences: one book. And certain other things, in logic, philosophy, and the remaining scholarly studies and exercises. He flourished under Frederick III, emperor, and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Ilfridus, titular bishop of Cyrene, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a German by nation, vicar in pontificals of Theoderic, archbishop of Mainz, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular letters, skilled in the Hebrew and Latin languages, subtle in talent, distinguished in speech, an acute disputant, an outstanding preacher of the divine word, ready in counsel, and illustrious in life, wrote certain little works worthy of reading, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these, the following are extant, addressed to the aforesaid Archbishop Theoderic:

On the Usury of the Jews: one book. It asks in the forum of conscience. On the Redemption of Rents: one book. It first asked whether [unclear]. Sermons and conferences: one book. Various questions: one book. And certain other things. He flourished under Frederick III, emperor, and under Pius and Paul, Roman pontiffs, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Godescalcus of Meschede, a German by nation, a Westphalian by homeland, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, excellently taught in secular philosophy, keen in talent, illustrious in life, a profound doctor of sacred theology, who for many years taught that science gloriously in the academy of Erfurt, earned from all great praise for his learning. In the same university he wrote and lectured on certain excellent little works, by which he made his name known to posterity. Among them are reported:

Questions on the Sentences: three books. Sermons and conferences: one book. Various disputed questions: one book. And many other things.

His brother Theodericus Gresmundt of Meschede, doctor of arts and medicine, a man most learned in every respect, still surviving, resides at Mainz; he himself, among other things, composed an elegant treatise On the Regimen of Health in Time of Pestilence. He has a son called Theoderic after his own name, scarcely completing three lustrums of age; his admirable talent, and his singular learning as well as eloquence, far surpass many of mature age, even doctors. There is extant, addressed to me, his distinguished book On the Seven Liberal Arts. For he wrote, both to me and to others, almost countless letters, most ornate on every sort of subject, and various orations displaying Ciceronian eloquence, so that, like another Adeodatus, once the son of most holy Augustine, by his talent, readiness, and skill in writing and arguing he is an object of admiration and astonishment to many, even learned men. But Godescalcus, his father’s brother, flourished under Frederick III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1470, and died before this decade.

Stephanus Hoest of Ladenburg, formerly canon of the church of Speyer, a German by nation, a man learned in secular letters, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, a very celebrated philosopher and orator, keen in talent, eloquent in speech, distinguished in delivering sermons to the people, since for some years he held the office of preacher in the castle of Heidelberg, wrote little works not to be despised, by which he commended the memory of his name to posterity. Among them is extant:

On the Books of the Ethics: ten books. Sermons and conferences: one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, folio [unclear]

Poems and certain other things.

He died under Frederick, the third emperor, and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1471, in the fourth indiction.

Bernardus Justinianus, a Venetian by homeland, a very celebrated philosopher and orator, outstanding in talent and eloquent in speech, who, because of his singular grace in speaking, was held in esteem not only among his own Venetian senate, but also among the Roman pontiffs, cardinals, and the other princes of Italy and senators of cities. Among the other monuments of his talent he wrote, on Laurentius Justinianus, Venetian patriarch, his maternal uncle:

The Life and Most Holy Conduct, one book. Also Histories, one book. Several elegant Orations, one book. Letters and certain other things.

He flourished under Frederick, the third emperor, and Pope Paul II, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1470.

Henricus de Piro, a German by nation, born from the city of Cologne, of the order of the Carthusians, professed of the house of Saint Barbara in the same city; before entering the order a subtle and famous doctor of both laws, and afterward also practiced in the divine Scriptures. He wrote certain distinguished volumes, of which the following are reported:

On the Institutes, three books. “With the lawgiver of all granting me...” Also, To Novices, one book. Counsels in Various Cases, one book. Sermons on the Season, one book. Sermons on the Saints, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the times of Frederick, the third emperor, and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Nicolaus Donis, a German by nation, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a man studious and learned in secular letters, and not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, a distinguished philosopher and mathematician, a most vigilant discoverer and most sagacious restorer of Ptolemy’s Cosmography, excellent in talent and clear in eloquence. He wrote volumes not to be despised, by which he transmitted his name to posterity. Among them there exists a wonderful and very celebrated work, with pictures and new tables most elegantly arranged and most diligently corrected:

On the Cosmography of Ptolemy, to Pope Paul II, seven books. “It does not escape me, most blessed father...” Also On Marvelous Places, one book. “Since, as Augustine says...” Various Letters to different persons. And certain other things.

He flourished, moreover, under Frederick, the third emperor, and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Georgius de Burbach, a German by nation, a man very experienced in secular letters and knowledge, and not ignorant of the holy Scriptures, a philosopher and easily the most brilliant astronomer of all men of his time. In the university of Vienna he publicly taught philosophy and the science of the stars for a long time; there, among countless other pupils, he instructed Johannes de Regiomonte, afterward a most learned man. He wrote certain distinguished little works of penetrating talent. Of their number I have seen only:

The New Theorics of the Planets, one book. “The sun has three orbs from itself...”

Of the others I have as yet seen nothing. He flourished under Frederick, the third emperor, and the Roman pontiffs Pius and Paul, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Domitius Calderinus, a Veronese by homeland, a most brilliant rhetorician and perfectly imbued with the disciplines of all the good arts, of Greek and Latin speech s

excellently skilled; subtle in intellect and eloquent in speech. He wrote many distinguished little works in humane letters, by which he transmitted the memory of his name to posterity. Of these, the following are reported:

On Juvenal, one book: “There are two kinds of satires [unclear].” On Martial, one book. On Suetonius, one book. On the Ibis of Naso, one book. On the letters of Cicero, one book. Against Brotheus the grammarian, one book: “Would that Heli and Marcus [unclear].” Letters to various persons, one book. Various orations. And many other things.

He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, whose secretary he had been, in the year of the Lord 1477, in the tenth indiction.

Johannes Tinctoris, German by nation, of Cologne, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures and nobly instructed in secular philosophy; acute in intellect and an outstanding disputant. He taught theology publicly for a long time in the University of Cologne, and gained great praises for his learning. He wrote little works not to be despised, of which the following are reported:

Dissensions of Thomas and Scotus, which he began to reconcile, in one book. Questions on the Sentences, one book. Also various collationes. And certain other things.

He flourished in the aforesaid university under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Paul II, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Nicolaus Perotus of Sassoferrato, and bishop of Siponto, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and second to no one in his time in secular letters; an outstanding theologian and a most eloquent rhetorician; keen in intellect and distinguished in life. He wrote certain lucid little works, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these there survives a notable work divided into two volumes, on the poet Marcus Valerius Martialis, very beautifully comprising all the elegance, method, and explanation of Latin speech, which he entitled The Volume of Commentaries on the Language, or, as it is commonly called:

Cornucopia, two books: “Barbara and [unclear] flatters [unclear].” On the Education of Boys, one book. On the Kinds of Metres, one book. Orations and various letters.

He is said to have written many other things besides, both in divine letters and in humane letters, and to have translated some things from Greek into Latin; but they have not come into our hands.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and the Roman pontiffs Pius and Paul, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Antonius Rosellus, Tuscan by nation, an eminent professor of both laws and a very celebrated interpreter, and greatly adorned with the discipline of other good arts; outstanding in intellect and eloquent in speech. He taught law for many years in the University of Padua. He wrote many distinguished little works, by which he commended the memory of his name to posterity. But I do not recall that I have ever seen any of them. There is reported, however, his notable work:

On the Monarchy of the World, three books. And many other things.

He died under Emperor Frederick III, in vigorous old age, and was buried at Padua.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 122.

In the year of the Lord 1467, indiction 15.

Johannes Beatus, by nation a German, of the Order of the Brothers of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, an excellent theologian and subtle philosopher, sharp in intellect, distinguished in life, an outstanding disputant of questions, and notable in delivering sermons to the people, wrote certain excellent little works. Among these the following are reported:

On the Epistle of Paul to the Romans, one book: “Sacred Scripture divinely in ...”

A Preceptory of the Divine Law, ten books.

On the Sacrament of the Altar, one book.

Sermons on the Season, one book.

Sermons on the Saints, one book.

Various Disputed Questions, one book.

He also published a number of other things, which have not come to the knowledge of our reading. He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV in his convent of Tenen, in the year of the Lord 1476, indiction 9, on the sixteenth day before the Kalends of August.

Bartholomaeus Cepolla, a Veronese by nation, a very celebrated jurist and a distinguished cultivator of other disciplines of secular literature, acquired great praise for his learning by lecturing, disputing, and writing in regular course in the gymnasium of Padua. He wrote many excellent little works, and commended the memory of his name to posterity. Among these there is extant a work indeed most subtle, which he entitled:

Cautelae of Law and of Civil Cases, one book: “It is to be noted especially that ...”

On Simulated Contracts, one book.

On Urban Estates, one book.

On Rural Estates, one book.

Also On Military Affairs, one book.

And very many others.

He died in the time of Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1477, indiction 10.

Johannes de Regiomonte, by nation a German, once a pupil of the astronomer Georgius Burbachius, no less than Anaximander of Miletus or Archimedes of Syracuse, very learned in Greek and Latin eloquence, the glory of the Germans, endowed with a perpetual stipend by Matthias, king of Pannonia, and by the consulship and citizens of Nuremberg on account of astronomy and the other mathematical disciplines, gained great praise for his learning not only among his own Germans, but also among the Italians and the French. For, having been summoned to Rome by the supreme pontiff Sixtus to correct the Dionysian paschal computus, while he was preparing many things for posterity, he perished of disease, to the very great loss of scholars. He wrote certain excellent little works, of which the following are extant:

A Very Beautiful Calendar, one book.

Ephemerides, that is, a daily register, one book: “After we have sent out the index ...”

Against Gerardus of Cremona, one book.

Letters and Orations, one book.

And very many others.

He died at Rome under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1476, indiction 9.

Gerardus de Elten, by nation a German, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular philosophy, sharp in intellect, distinguished in life: after he had taught theology gloriously for many years in the gymnasium of Cologne, having held the vanities of the world in contempt, in his old age he entered the Order of Preachers for the love of God in the same city of Agrippina, and was soon appointed inquisitor and exterminator of heretical depravity. He wrote, among other things, as they report:

Questions and Sentences, one book.

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Disputed Questions, one book.

Sermons and Conferences, one book.

Various things also in philosophy.

And very many others.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and the supreme pontiff Sixtus IV, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 1475.

Alexander Tartagnus de Imola, a jurist both devoted to study and learned, and well experienced in the rudiments of other secular disciplines, excellent in intellect and of distinguished eloquence, wrote, for the usefulness of those who labor in the study of both laws, certain excellent volumes, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of posterity. Of their number the following are reported:

On the Sixth Book of the Decretals, one book.

Also On the Clementines, one book.

Also On the Code, nine books.

On the Old Digest, twenty-four books.

On the New Digest, fourteen books.

On the Infortiatum, fourteen books.

And certain others.

He flourished in the time of Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Johannes Soreth, a Norman by nation, of the Order of the Friars of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, the twenty-fifth prior general; a man most learned in the divine scriptures, and not ignorant of secular philosophy; subtle in talent, sweet and clear in speech, devout in life and conduct, and singularly religious and holy; the ornament, glory, splendor, and reformer of the Carmelite order, such as past ages have rarely seen and future ages will more rarely behold; wholly given to God, wholly intent on reading and prayer; a despiser of the world; a lover, model, and mirror of monastic conduct; an imitator of angelic purity, guardian of virtues, and keenest enemy of vices. He wrote many commendable little works of his excellent talent, of which the following are extant:

On the Sentences, four books. Various sermons, one book. On the rule of his order, one book. A larger commentary on the same, one book. He arranged the Constitutions, one book. He also wrote many other things.

He died at Angers under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus, in the year of the Lord 1471, in the third indiction, on the eighth day before the Kalends of August.

Theodore Gaza of Thessalonica, a man excellently learned in secular letters and not ignorant of sacred scripture, most learned in Greek and Latin, outstanding in talent and eloquent in speech, wrote many little works; he translated many things from Greek into Latin, by which he commended his memory to posterity. Of his writings nothing has yet come to the knowledge of our reading. But among his translations are reported:

Theophrastus, On Plants, one book. Aristotle’s Problems, one book. The same author, On Animals, one book. And certain other things.

He died at Rome under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1478, in the eleventh indiction.

Johannes de Lutrea, a German by nation, a man studious and learned in the divine scriptures, and excellently learned in scholastic philosophy; keen in talent, distinguished in life [unclear], and a very celebrated declaimer of sermons, who first in the gymnasium of Erfurt

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he taught theology gloriously, and afterwards in the church of Mainz vigorously discharged the office of preacher. He wrote certain little works of no contemptible reading, by which he left the memory of himself to posterity. Among them they report the following:

On the Sentences, four books. Various Sermons, one book. Disputed Questions, one book. And certain things in philosophy, [unclear] book[s].

He died under Frederick III, emperor, and Sixtus IV, pope, in the year of the Lord 1479, in the twelfth indiction.

Alanus de Rupe, a German by nation, of the Order of Friars Preachers, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, of most excellent reputation in delivering sermons to the people, in life and conduct devoted to God and a special lover of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin, and a venerable promoter of her rosary and service; by her, too, he sometimes deserved to be refreshed with a singular gift of heavenly consolation, and now to be revived in eternal happiness. Among the other works of his talent he wrote:

A Compendium of the Marian Psalter, one book. It begins: “Because of catholic truth.” On the Miracles of the Rosary, one book. It begins: “[unclear].” Also Various Sermons, one book. And certain other things.

He died in his convent at Zwolle, under Frederick III, emperor, and Sixtus IV, pope, in the year of the Lord 1479, in the seventh indiction, on the vigil of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Her rosary, and the psalter commemorative of Christ’s Passion, which had long now been neglected, he recalled to the minds and practices of men; in its honor he founded a confraternity, which, confirmed by the apostolic see, increases daily and provides many with a salutary exercise.

Conradus of Zabern, a German by nation, a man studious and practiced in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular literature, especially music; teachable in talent and exemplary in life, distinguished and devout in delivering sermons to the people. He wrote in plain speech certain little works not to be despised, by which, usefully and fruitfully exercising his talent, he also commended the memory of his name to posterity. Among their number the following are extant:

On the Monochord, one book. It begins: “Since, as a certain wise man...” On the Method of Singing Well, one book. It begins: “In favor of the whole clergy...” On the Ending of Collects, one book. It begins: “Although very many concerning...” Many and Various Sermons, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the year of the Lord 1470, under Pope Sixtus IV, under whom he also died.

Laurentius Calcaneus of Brescia, a noble man, a knight of the golden spur, and a most celebrated doctor of laws, a most lucid philosopher and historian, distinguished in talent and eloquence, and a very acute disputant of questions. He wrote certain distinguished volumes, by which he transmitted his name to posterity; among these they report the following:

On the Commendation of Studies, one book. On the Seven Mortal Sins, one book. On the Conception of Saint Mary, [unclear] book[s]. Also Several Counsels, [unclear] book[s]. And certain other small works.

He died under Frederick III, emperor, and Sixtus IV, pope, in the year of the Lord 1478, in the eleventh indiction.

Johannes de Dorstein, a German by nation, of the Order of Hermit Friars of Saint Augustine, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and

Book [unclear]

... not ignorant of philosophy; subtle in intellect; sufficiently suited to disputing and resolving questions of the Scriptures; also of outstanding reputation in delivering sermons to the people; who, teaching and preaching in the school at Erfurt, was held in esteem. He wrote works not to be despised, by which he commended the memory of himself to posterity.

Of these there are reported:

Sermons on the season: one book. Sermons on the saints: one book. And certain other things.

He flourished in the convent of Erfurt under Frederick III, emperor, and Sixtus IV, pope, in the year of the Lord 1475.

Angelus Saxo of Brunswick, a German by nationality, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, excellently instructed in secular philosophy, keen in intellect, distinguished in life, of very celebrated reputation in delivering sermons to the people, since after obtaining the magisterium of teaching in the school at Erfurt he performed the office of preacher for a long time at Mainz. Among other things he wrote a certain notable work:

On the Canon of the Mass: one book. Various sermons: one book. Diverse questions: one book. And certain other things.

He died at Strasbourg, buried in the monastery of the penitents, under Frederick III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1481, in the fourteenth indiction.

Franciscus Philelfus, born from the ancient town of Tolentino, a golden knight and poet laureate, a philosopher and very celebrated orator, once in his youth at Venice a pupil of Chrysoloras, the Byzantine philosopher, from whom he learned Greek and Latin eloquence most perfectly; a man so studious of the good arts, an untiring lover and cultivator of them, that, like another Pliny, amid the continual occupations of wars he was always either reading something to himself or dictating something to others. For he wrote in both languages, in prose as well as in verse, many excellent volumes, by which he left to posterity the memory of a very celebrated intellect. Of these there survive:

Eutyphro, on piety: one book. On moral discipline: eight books. Life of Pope Nicholas V: two books. A consolatory work to a friend: one book. On the diversity of laws: one book. The Sforziad, in heroic verse: nine books. Satires, in the same meter: ten books. On jests and serious matters, in hexameter: six books. Lyric poems in every kind of meter: six books. Various orations, sixty: one book. Incipit: “Since I desire something to...” Latin letters: twenty-one books. Incipit: “Because of many laws...” Greek letters: thirty-nine books. In Greek verses, in odes: three books. Banquets, in prose: two books. Also On Exile: three books. And many other works.

Besides these he translated many things into Latin, among which the following are reported: Aristotle’s Rhetoric to King Alexander: one book. From Plato: two books. Hippocrates, On winds and the sufferings of the body: two books. Of Latin letters: the lives of Theseus, Galba, and Otho. Also Apophthegms: two books. And many other things. This Franciscus, as we have said, was the pupil and son-in-law of Chrysoloras the Byzantine, a most distinguished man; and after he had become most learned from him, first among the Venetians, afterward among the Florentines, the Sienese, the Bolognese, and finally the Milanese, under

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... under four dukes, with an annual pension, he gloriously taught Greek and Latin letters to very many. He died at Bologna, ninety years old and poor, indeed as a philosopher and a Christian, under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus, in the year of the Lord 1481, the fourteenth indiction, in the year after the death of his son Marius. Book [unclear].

Marius Philelphus, son of the aforesaid Francis Philelphus, a knight with golden spurs, such as our people call knights, and a laureate poet, a doctor of philosophy and the arts of very celebrated reputation, and distinguished by knowledge both of the divine Scriptures and of both laws, was engaged for a public salary to lecture in the gymnasium of Mantua; there also he brought to an end his life and his studies. Among other things he wrote:

A distinguished work of precepts of the art of rhetoric, two books. Elegant orations, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. Songs and rhythms. “I had already long ago determined...”

But he also composed many other things in verse and prose, which have not come to me. He died at Mantua under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1480, the thirteenth indiction.

Theodericus de Herxen, a German by nation, visitor of the order of the brethren of the clerics living in common, a devout man, and studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, ready in intellect, clear in speech, outstanding in life and conduct. For the edification of simple brethren he wrote many devout volumes, in which, usefully exercising his talent, he left the memory of himself to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

On the whole Psalter, one book. On the Lord’s Prayer, one book. On the Ave Maria, one book. On the Passion of the Lord, one book. On the desire of dying, one book.

And many other things. He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1476.

Dominicus de Dominicis, a Venetian by homeland, first bishop of Torcello and afterwards bishop of Brescia, and apostolic referendary, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular letters, excellently adorned with philosophy, dialectic, astronomy, and eloquence. Because of his great virtues he was held in high esteem among the Roman pontiffs Pius, Paul, and Sixtus, and often fulfilled the office of legation. He wrote several excellent little works of excellent talent, but I do not recall that any of them have come into our hands. The following elegant works of his are reported:

Orations on various subjects, one book. Also various sermons, one book. And many treatises.

He died at Brescia under Emperor Frederick III and Sixtus IV, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord 1478, the eleventh indiction, on the thirteenth day before the Kalends of March, in the sixtieth year of his age.

Ludovicus Donatus, a Venetian patrician and bishop of Bergamo, a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of scholastic philosophy, distinguished also in piety, religion, clemency, and mildness, subtle in intellect and clear in eloquence. He wrote certain lucid little works, by which he left the memory of himself to posterity. Of these I have never deserved to see any. His notable work addressed to Paul II is reported:

On the Sentences, four books. Also various orations, one book.

He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the second indiction. He was buried in the church of Saint Vincent the Martyr. 1484.

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Conradus of Rodenberg, German by nation, abbot of the monastery of Saint John the Baptist at Rheingau, in the diocese of Mainz, of the order of the divine father Benedict, a devout and learned man, and a particular guardian and lover of regular observance, who previously for many years held the office of prior at Saint Matthias the Apostle in Trier and at Saint Martin in Cologne. Since he was a most ardent lover of the blessed Mary ever virgin, he wrote in her honor, in plain discourse, a very celebrated volume, taking the material of praise from each of her members, under the figure of a cluster of grapes, to which he gave the very apt title:

On the vineyard of the Lord Sabaoth: one book. Its foundations are in the mountains. The exercise of novices: one book. Consider your calling, brothers. On preparation before Mass: one book. Our Lord Jesus Christ. On the ruin of the order, an oration: one book. The crown has fallen from our head. On the causes of the ruin, an oration: one book. Catch us the little foxes. On pastoral care, an oration: one book. Blessed is the servant whom he finds. And various collections in chapters.

He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord 1486, in the fourth indiction, on the eighth day before the Kalends of January. He was buried in the right apse of the choir before the altar of Saint Benedict, toward the ambulatory.

Stephanus of Gaeta, a Neapolitan, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, and a most learned professor and interpreter of both laws, acute in intellect and sufficiently capable in debating and resolving questions of the Scriptures, clear and orderly in speech. He wrote to Johannes Baptista de Bentivoliis of Sassoferrato, counselor of Ferdinand, king of Sicily, a very celebrated work:

On the sacraments: seven books. To the thresholds of blessed Peter the Apostle. And certain other works.

He flourished in the time of Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1470.

Georgius Molitoris of Neuenburg, German by nation, a man trained by long study and excellently learned in the divine Scriptures, and not moderately instructed in scholastic philosophy, which they call Aristotelian; keen in intellect, distinguished in life. In the academy of Erfurt he taught theology publicly for several years and won great praise for his learning. He wrote certain distinguished little works of his intellect, by which he commended his memory to posterity; among them they report the following:

On the Sentences: four books. On the Passion of the Lord: one book. Many sermons: one book. Various questions. And several other works.

He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1484, in the second indiction.

Bartholomaeus, surnamed Platina, a Cremonese by homeland, formerly an apostolic abbreviator, a man most learned in every respect, a very celebrated philosopher and rhetorician, subtle and forceful in intellect, eloquent and pleasing in speech, steadfast and strong in spirit. He suffered many calamities from Paul II, to such an extent that, stripped of all his goods and dignity, after suspension on the rack he was most cruelly thrust into prison, and was detained until the death of that Paul. When he was soon freed by Sixtus, in imitation of Eutrandus, deacon of Pavia, who suffered similar things from Berengar, king of Italy, he not ineptly marked the character and vices of Paul by a counter-reckoning. For he wrote to Pope Sixtus IV:

On the deeds of the Roman pontiffs: one book. On the natures of things: one book. Letters to various persons: one book.

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And certain other things.

He died at Rome of the plague, under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1481, in the fourteenth indiction.

Nicolaus of Wachenheim, a German by nation, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and excellently instructed in secular philosophy, outstanding in intellect and renowned for eloquence, who, in the Heidelberg academy, for almost fifty years, by teaching, lecturing, and disputing, was as it were the chief among theologians and was held in the highest esteem, wrote some little works not contemptible in reading, by which he also commended the memory of his name to posterity. Of these a few have come down to me:

Questions on the Sentences, one book. Many sermons, one book. Several conferences and orations, one book. “Because, with the approval of the sacred [unclear].” And certain other things.

He flourished at Heidelberg under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1480, already very old, and under Pope Sixtus IV; he died almost seven years before this.

Michael of Milan, of the Order of Friars Minor, studious and learned in the holy Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular literature, subtle in intellect, distinguished in life and conduct, of very celebrated reputation in preaching sermons to the people, wrote, for the benefit of those who devote themselves to preaching, some little works not to be despised, by which he also made his name known to posterity. Of these there are extant:

Sermons on the season, one book. Sermons on the saints, one book. Sermons for Advent, one book. Sermons on penitence through Lent, one book. Sermons on sins, one book. Sermons on the Ten Commandments, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1480, and died under Pope Innocent VIII.

Sixtus, Pope IV, a Ligurian by nation, born in Savona, a maritime city, formerly called Franciscus, minister general of the Order of Friars Minor, sat after Paul II in the chair of Peter for thirteen years. He was a man learned in the divine Scriptures, an excellent disputant, a lover of the clergy, a promoter of religious, and a singular benefactor, especially of those whom a life of observance commended. When Pope Paul once heard him disputing, he admired him so much that he deemed him worthy of the honor of the cardinalate. Before his pontificate he wrote certain distinguished little works, among which these are reported:

On future contingents, one book. On the power of God, one book. On the blood of Christ, one book. On the conception of Saint Mary, one book. And certain other things.

He died under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1483, in the second indiction.

Johannes Consobrinus, Portuguese by nation, of the Order of the Brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular literature and canon law, outstanding in intellect, of very celebrated reputation in preaching sermons to the people, first in England and then in Portugal gave great and effective barkings against the enemies of the faith; by disputing, preaching, and writing he rejected and refuted very many heresies and errors. At the request of the provost of the royal college of Saint Mary of Ambten in England, he wrote a notable work in three parts on contracts and exchanges, which he entitled:

Book [unclear]

On commutative justice, four books. Various sermons, one book. And certain other works. He abridged the Conflatus of Francis Maro in a pleasing compendium. He flourished in the year of the Lord 1475. And under Pope Sixtus IV he died at Lisbon, poisoned for the faith.

Henry, surnamed the Prudent, of the Carthusian order, prior of the house of the Valley [of God?] near Bruges in Flanders, a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, brilliant in intellect, devout in life and conduct, singularly devoted to God, wrote for the instruction of religious certain distinguished little works, by which he made his name known to posterity. Among these there is a very celebrated work, especially suitable for devotion, divided into three parts according to the distinctions of states: of beginners, of those advancing, and of the perfect; in the manner of a dialogue, in which the interlocutors introduced are: an angel, a monk, Jesus the heavenly father, and Mary, the loving mother-in-law of holy souls; and he entitled it:

Tetralogue of Devotion, three books. And certain other works.

He died in the new house of Saint Sophia of Constantinople near Buscum Ducis, in which for some years he held the office of prior, under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1484, in the second indiction.

Franciscus Diedus, a noble Venetian patrician, a man excellently learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, a philosopher, rhetorician, distinguished in learning and eloquence, a very celebrated interpreter of pontifical and civil law, an ever-loving and tireless guardian of the Venetian commonwealth, wrote certain distinguished little works both in verse and in prose, by which he commended his memory to posterity. Among these the following are reported:

History of Saint Roch the Confessor, one book. Various orations and letters. And certain other works.

He died at Verona under Emperor Frederick III and Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1483, in the first indiction.

Rudolph Agricola of Groningen, a Frisian by nation, a man most learned in secular letters, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, a philosopher, rhetorician, and the most celebrated poet of all his time, skilled in Greek and Latin speech, not ignorant of the Hebrew language, excellent in intellect, eloquent in speech, formerly the teacher of Johannes Camerarius of Dalberg, bishop of Worms, a man likewise most learned: in the Heidelberg school, by teaching and writing, he easily obtained the first place among all the doctors, even those of any faculty. He wrote certain most excellent little works of his intellect, by which he consecrated his name to immortality and left it to posterity. Among these the following are extant:

Life of Francis Petrarch, one book. A poem on Saint Anne, one book: “Anna, mother of the highest [unclear].” A most subtle Dialectic, three books. Various letters and orations, one book.

He also published various most elegant poems, by which he showed his intellect to be almost divine. He translated the Psalter from Hebrew, and certain works of Plato from Greek. Beginning to translate the volumes of Dionysius the Areopagite, he was overtaken by an untimely death and left them unfinished. He also wrote other works.

He died at Heidelberg, his mind most fully extended toward God, under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord 1485, in the third indiction. Hermolaus Barbarus, patriarch of Aquileia, wrote this epitaph for him: “Envious fates have enclosed beneath this marble Rudolph Agricola, the hope and glory of the Frisian soil. Indeed, while he lived, Germany deserved whatever

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Latium has whatever glory Greece has. He was buried at Heidelberg among the Friars Minor, not without loss to Latin letters.

Thilmannus, of the order of regular canons of Saint Augustine, provost of the monastery of the divine martyr Christopher in Ravengiersburg, at the edge of the diocese of Mainz, beside the Hercynian Forest, which extends its tail from the river Rhine toward the Mediomatrici and the Treveri, in a place that from antiquity is called the Retreat of the Huns; a German by nation, zealous in the divine Scriptures, devout in life and conduct. He wrote, in a simple and plain style, for the edification of the brothers, certain little works full of devotion and charity, in which he exercised his talent. Of these the following are extant:

On the Spiritual Vineyard, one book. “I should wonder, dearest...”

On the Instruction of Novices, one book. “Having entered, dearest, upon the warfare...”

And certain small exercises.

He died an old man and full of days, under Frederick, the third emperor, and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord 1485, indiction 3.

[Henricus?] Arnoldi, a Saxon by nation, by profession a Carthusian monk of the house of Basel; a man devout in religion, distinguished in talent, sincere in affection, grave in manners, sweet in speech, affable in conduct, pious, gentle, shining by example, very much practiced in sacred letters, and not ignorant of pontifical law. When he was performing the office of notary in the holy Council of Basel for many years, he was approved by the testimony of all as faithful, just, and prudent. At length, seeing that all things are vanity, he despised everything for the love of Christ, choosing and entering the enclosure of the Carthusians; there, appointed prior of the same house, he ruled laudably in peace and tranquility for many years the monks subject to him, the lay brothers, and the others, pursuing them with paternal love. He wrote many little works, very devout and salutary. Of these, those that have come to our knowledge are set down below:

Many devout prayers concerning various saints, one book. “The following prayers...”

Several sermons, one book.

Histories concerning various saints, one book.

A Concordance of the Evangelists on the Passion of the Lord, one book.

Meditations on the Life of Christ, one treatise.

On the Instruction of Novices, one treatise.

A Dialogue between Jesus and Mary, one treatise.

A Dialogue on Exercises, that is, between a saint and his little servant, one treatise.

Another dialogue between the same persons on the cross, one treatise.

On the Commendation of Charity, one treatise. “The excellence of charity...”

On Holy Humility, in the form of a prayer, one treatise. “Of perfect humility...”

Again on humility, one treatise. “Dearest brothers, humble...”

A Chronicle of the Carthusian House in Basel, one treatise.

He happily departed from this life under Frederick III, emperor of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1487.

Jodocus of Calw, a German by nation, a Swabian by homeland; a man practiced by long study in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of scholastic philosophy; prompt and vigorous in talent. In the Heidelberg school he was held in esteem for many years by reading, teaching, and preaching; there also, according to custom, he for some time carried out the office of preacher in the church of the Holy Spirit. He wrote, as they say, certain treatises not to be rejected, but they have not come to the knowledge of our reading. There are extant by him, on various matters:

Various sermons, one book.

A Vocabulary for Preachers, one book.

And various treatises.

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He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1480; and under Pope Innocent VIII he died three years before this.

Nicolaus of Kreuznach, German by nation, from the diocese of Mainz and the county of Spanheim, a man very learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, distinguished in life, an acute disputant and an outstanding preacher of sermons, taught theology publicly for many years in the university of Vienna, and both among the scholars there and with Emperor Frederick III obtained great praise as the reward of his learning. He wrote certain excellent little works, by which he made his name known to posterity; among them these are reported:

Questions on the Sentences, four books. Various Sermons, two books. Many Collations and Orations, one book. On the Conception of Saint Mary, one book.

And many other things, which, since he kept them hidden until his death, have not yet been able to come to the knowledge of our reading; yet they will come day by day. He died at Vienna in Austria under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord 1491, in the ninth indiction.

Petrus Scotus, German by nation, a native of Strasbourg, canon of Saint Peter there, a man practiced in the divine Scriptures and very learned in both laws, and also highly educated in the other humane arts; a most celebrated philosopher, rhetorician, and poet; excellent in intellect, distinguished in life and conduct. He wrote certain modest and most elegant little works, both in verse and prose, by which he commended himself to posterity. On Saints John the Baptist, John the Evangelist, and John Chrysostom he wrote a beautiful and delightful work:

In elegiac verse, one book. Praises of Jean Gerson, one book. Most elegant Letters, one book.

He died at Strasbourg and was buried in the church of Saint Peter, under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord 1491, in the ninth indiction, and in the thirty-first year of his age. Brought to perfection in a short time, he fulfilled many times; he was taken away, lest wickedness should change his understanding.

Nicasius of Voerda of Mechelen, German by nation, a Brabantine by homeland, deprived of his eyes from the third year of his age and therefore naturally wholly ignorant even of all letters, displayed, as it were, a great miracle in our time, a second Didymus of Alexandria, when he became most learned in every doctrine and science, both divine and human. For in the university of Cologne, where he died, he taught law publicly; the books of both laws, which he had never seen, he learned by hearing, retained in memory, and recited openly. In the university of Leuven he first received the degree of master in arts; afterwards he directed schools for some time in Mechelen; then, having returned to Leuven, he was made licentiate in sacred theology; by a special apostolic dispensation he was ordained priest; he preached publicly, heard confessions, ministered at the altar, and, though blind, recited the Gospel before everyone, using his mind as his book; only at the altar did he not celebrate the divine offices by himself. Finally, in the academy of Cologne, by the consent of all the doctors, he was made doctor of canon law, and also a cautious interpreter of the imperial laws. He published a very celebrated work, which he read extraordinarily in that same university of Cologne, with many taking it down:

On the Institutes, four books. “Because those things which are well begun...” On the Sentences, four books. Various Sermons, one book. Diverse Questions.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, folio 27

He wrote to me certain not inelegant letters, in one of which, rather fully, he wove together the whole history of his fortune; and, when questioned by me some time ago, he humbly confessed that he had made the aforesaid little works.

He died at Cologne and was buried in the greater church, under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1492, the tenth indiction, on the seventh day before the Kalends of September.

Christophorus Persona, a Roman, prior of Saint Balbina in the City, of the order of the hermit brothers of Saint William, was most devoted to the divine Scriptures and very learned, highly skilled in the Greek and Latin languages, since from his earliest age he had imbibed those letters in Greece itself under Greek teachers, so that he seemed to have been born from Greece; subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech. Among other things he wrote:

Letters to various persons, one book.

And many other things.

He translated into Latin Origen against Celsus the philosopher, eight books, for Pope Sixtus IV. Also twenty-five moral sermons of Saint John Chrysostom, which he dedicated to Marco Barbo, cardinal of Saint Mark. But certain little works of Athanasius of Alexandria, with many others, he translated [unclear] and gave them to be read by Latins.

He died at Rome, carried off by plague, under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord’s incarnation 1486, the fourth indiction.

Hermolaus Barbarus, a Venetian by nation, a patrician by birth, archbishop patriarch of Aquileia, and at last bishop cardinal of the most holy Roman Church, was a man devoted to the divine Scriptures, most learned in secular letters, a very celebrated philosopher, rhetorician, poet, astronomer, and geometer, highly skilled in Greek and Latin speech, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech, devout and distinguished in life and conduct, and most worthy of every ecclesiastical honor. From adolescence he devoted zeal and labor to good letters and holy morals; he became such and so great that he left no second after him. Beginning to write in the eighteenth year of his age, he composed many very elegant little works, by which he commended his memory to posterity. Of their number the following are reported: a very beautiful work:

On Celibacy, one book.

Plinian Corrections, one book.

Against Barbarous Philosophers, one book.

On the Married Estate, in verse, one book.

Questions of Geometry, one book.

The Agreement of Astronomy and Medicine, one book. His Lucubrations.

Precepts for Writing History, one book.

Compendium of Philosophy, one book.

Compendium of Galen, one book.

Letters to various persons, one book.

Multiple Orations, one book.

Of poems, more than twelve [unclear], one book.

And many other things.

The Plinian Corrections, a large work, which he began at Rome as Venetian ambassador and completed as patriarch, he dedicated to Pope Alexander VI; in it he healed nearly five thousand wounds of copyists. Once, in the year of the Lord eighty-six, when he was passing through Cologne on his way to Mainz, at the request of Theodericus [Flas?] of Neuss, a physician, he composed a little book on how far astronomy agrees with medicine. To Marcus Antonius Sabellicus, the historiographer, he published a book on the precepts for writing history. He interpreted Aristotle’s Rhetoric, the whole Dialectic, and also Dioscorides; he composed elegies, letters, metrical orations, up to twelve thousand poems, as we have said. He translated into Latin the responsal treatise of the patriarch of Constantinople on the Catholic faith, in reply to the questions of Mehmed, the great Turk; also Plutarch On Isis and Osiris, and the same author’s Why Oracles Ceased.

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A certain little work of Dionysius the Areopagite, for Arnold Bostius, Carmelite of Ghent. He translated very many other things as well. His work On Marriage contains about six hundred verses; in it he argues most elegantly whether it is expedient for a wise man to take a wife, concluding that it is not.

He died, not without the very great loss of scholars, under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord 1493, in the thirty-ninth year of his age, in the eleventh indiction.

Junianus Maius, Parthenopaean, a Neapolitan, a man certainly most devoted to secular letters and excellently learned, not ignorant also of the divine Scriptures, a very celebrated philosopher and rhetorician, outstanding in talent and distinguished in eloquence, wrote certain little works of reading not to be despised, by which he left the memory of himself to posterity. Of these there survives a large and distinguished volume addressed to Heinrich, archbishop of Acerenza, confessor of Ferdinand, king of Naples, and chiefly to the king himself, which, gathering it from the books of the ancients, he entitled:

On the Property of Ancient Words, one book. Letters to Various Persons, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1480. And I am uncertain whether he is still alive.

Benedictus Capra, of Perugia, a man most celebratedly learned in both laws, well exercised both in the divine Scriptures and in the precepts of the philosophers, subtle in talent, an excellent disputant, and distinguished also by knowledge of many ancient matters, publicly taught law for a long time in the university of Perugia and acquired a great reputation for his learning. Among other things he wrote:

On the Decretals, five books. Also very many Counsels, one book. And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1480.

Johannes Andreas, bishop of Aleria, secretary of the apostolic library, formerly a companion of Cardinal Nicholas of Cusa, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and very learned in secular letters, a jurist, a most eloquent orator, excellent in talent, outstanding in life and conduct, skilled in both Greek and Latin speech, wrote certain little works of no middling authority, by which he transmitted the memory of his name with glory to posterity. Of their number the following are reported:

On the Fourth Book of the Decretals, one book. On the Use of Fiefs, one book. On Appeals, one book. Letters to Various Persons, one book. And very many other things.

He died under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord 1451, in the eleventh indiction.

Johannes Campeius of Bologna, a very celebrated jurist, not moderately learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular philosophy, excellent in talent and distinguished in eloquence, publicly taught law for a long time in the university of Bologna, where, instructing many very distinguished pupils, he gained great fruit and praise for his knowledge. He wrote in that faculty many excellent commentaries and treatises, as they report, by which he commended his name to posterity. But none of them has come into our hands. There is reported to be his distinguished:

Treatise on Dowry, one book. And very beautiful Counsels, with many other things.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 128

He flourished under Frederick III, emperor, and Sixtus IV, pope, in the year of the Lord 1484. And I do not know whether he is still alive.

Dominicus Bolanus, a Venetian by nation, a man practiced in divine Scripture and excellently learned in secular letters, a philosopher and rhetorician not to be dismissed, sharp and forceful in talent, composed in speech, published some fine little works of his talent. In these he showed himself a devoted and faithful worshiper of the Christian name, and commended his memory to posterity. Of these I have seen only a notable little work against the detractors of Mary’s purity, which he dedicated to Nicolaus Marcellus, the seventy-first doge of the Venetians:

On the Conception of Saint Mary, one book, “With no small grief.”

Of the rest I have seen nothing.

He flourished at Venice under Frederick III, emperor, and Sixtus IV, pope, in the year of the Lord 1485. I hear that he is still living.

Franciscus Niger, a Venetian priest, a man studious and learned in divine Scripture, a most learned professor of the arts and philosophy, a poet and orator of no slight worth, outstanding in talent and eloquent in speech, wrote various little works of his talent, by which he made his name known to posterity. Of these there is extant a work not to be scorned, but to be extolled with great praises, addressed to Leonardus Botta, a Milanese knight, entitled Grammar, fourteen books, “From Annaeus Seneca in the letters.”

Letters of his are reported.

And certain other things.

He flourished at Venice under Frederick III, emperor, and Sixtus IV, pope, in the year of the Lord 1480. I do not know whether he is still alive.

Jacobus de Stralen, a German by nation, a man most learned in divine Scripture and excellently learned in secular philosophy, excellent in talent and distinguished in eloquence, who for many years taught theology gloriously in the school at Cologne, deserved great praise from everyone for his learning. He wrote many splendid little works, various lectures and questions, of which I have seen only:

On the Apocalypse of John, one book, “Jacob saw a ladder in his sleep.”

Of the others I have seen nothing.

He flourished at Colonia Agrippina under Frederick III, emperor, and Innocent VIII, pope, in the year of the Lord [unclear]. He was a very old man, being about eighty years of age. And I believe he is still alive.

Marsilius Ficinus, an Italian by nation, Florentine by homeland, a man most learned in secular letters and not ignorant of divine Scripture, a very celebrated philosopher and rhetorician, most skilled in both languages, the singular glory, ornament, and crown of Platonic theology, wrote many splendid little works in an ornate style, among which are:

[On the excellence?] of Plato, one book, “Just as in [unclear].”

Letters, several books, “Plato, father of philosophers, [unclear].”

And many other things.

From Greek, moreover, he translated many things into Latin. For Petrus de’ Medici, a Florentine, he translated fifty-six treatises of Plato. Also Mercurius Trismegistus, On the Power and Wisdom of God. The book of Xenocrates the Platonist, On the Doctrine of Plato. In addition he translated many other things too, which have by no means come to the notice of our reading. He flourished at Florence under Frederick III, emperor, and Sixtus IV and Innocent VIII, Roman pontiffs, in the year of the Lord 1490. And I believe that he is still among the living.

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Rupertus of Licio, bishop of Aquila, a city of the Marsi or of Abruzzo, of the Order of Friars Minor: a man zealous and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular literature; excellent in talent, sweet and well-ordered in speech, distinguished in life and conduct, a very celebrated declaimer of sermons, and famous throughout the whole Christian world, who by word and example converted many from iniquity. He wrote, for the edification of readers and especially of preachers of the divine word, certain excellent volumes, of which the following are reported:

Sermons on the Temporale, a book beginning: “Nox praeceps,” etc.; these are the words. On the Praises of the Saints, a book beginning: “Let not the wise man glory in ...” On Penitence for Lent, a book beginning: “Many are ...” etc. [unclear]. On Sins, [unclear], a book beginning: “And certain other things.”

He flourished under Frederick III, emperor, and under the pontiffs Sixtus and Innocent, in the year of the Lord 1486. I do not know whether he is still living.

Johannes Pfeffer of Widenberg, German by nation, by homeland an East Franconian: a man learned by long study in the divine Scriptures, and excellently trained in secular philosophy; outstanding in talent, devout, gentle, and distinguished in life and conduct. Sent from the University of Heidelberg, he adorned with his learning the beginning of the schools at Freiburg, in which he has already taught theology gloriously for very many years and has instructed many of his hearers uprightly. He wrote certain excellent little works, among which there exists a distinguished work on the Epistles of Paul, which he marked out for public reading:

Priestly Directory, fourteen books, beginning: “Concerning the reading of the epistle of blessed ...” And many other things.

He was still flourishing among men under Frederick III, emperor, in the year of the Lord 1490. He may still be living.

Johannes Britannicus, born at Palazzolo, a town of the Brescian territory: a man most learned in secular studies and not ignorant of divine Scripture; [unclear] famous, an outstanding poet and splendid rhetorician, who among his own Brescians is today held in honor. By invaluable learning, teaching, and writings he makes them daily more renowned. He wrote many and various works, by which he makes his name known to posterity and venerable to those now living. Of these the following are reported:

A very celebrated work of commentary: On Persius, one book. On Statius, likewise one book. On Ovid’s Metamorphoses, one book. Likewise various letters. And many other things.

He is distinguished in the city of Brescia and composes many little works, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord 1493.

Battista of Ferrara, of the Order of the Friars of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel: a man learned in the divine Scriptures and excellently trained in secular literature; outstanding in verse and prose, and skilled in both languages; in declaiming sermons to the people very celebrated and of almost divine talent. He wrote many excellent volumes, by which he makes himself useful to those now living and known to posterity. Of these the following are reported:

A most lucid work of histories from the times of Christ down to us, which he entitled Florida. Chronicle of his Order. On the Fall of the Roman Empire. On Mount Sinai. Life of Mechtild. Chronicle of Ferrara.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 129

Various sermons: three books. He published very many epigrams, and various ones, which we hope will soon be made public. He also translated from Greek into Latin several sermons of blessed John Chrysostom; and many other things unknown to us. He is still living at [Ferrara?], and is composing various works under Maximilian, most merciful king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1494.

Peter Brutus, Venetian by nation, bishop of Cattaro, certainly a man most learned in divine Scripture, excellently instructed in secular letters, outstanding in talent, eloquent in speech, distinguished in life and conduct, skilled in the Hebrew and Latin tongues, who, for the confirmation of the Christian faith, undertook many contests of disputations against the perfidious Jews, always as victor. Among other little works of his talent he wrote to the senate of Vicenza a very celebrated and notable work, abundantly furnished with authorities from the holy Scriptures:

Against the Jews: one book. “As I was reading the letters of very many.”

And certain other things.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1485. And I do not know whether he is still living.

Ubertinus, a cleric of Crescentino, a man most learned in secular letters, not ignorant of divine Scripture, a philosopher, rhetorician, distinguished poet, most skilled in both languages, outstanding in talent, eloquent in speech, who in the very celebrated university of Pavia lectured publicly for seven years on a stipend, with the greatest attention and profit of his hearers. He wrote many excellent little works, both in verse and in prose, of which the following are extant:

On the Letters of Cicero: sixteen books. “The letters of this volume.”

On the Duties of the same: three books. [unclear]

On the Metamorphoses of Naso: one book.

Also a book of letters: one book.

Many poems: one book.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III, in the year of the Lord 1480. And I do not know whether he is still living.

William of Aachen, German by nation, a man learned in divine Scripture, not ignorant of secular philosophy, subtle in talent, scholastic in eloquence, distinguished in life and conduct, who formerly held the office of preacher in the church of Basel. He wrote many commendable little works, by which he commended his memory to posterity; from these, in the university of Erfurt, he publicly lectured on certain ones, with everyone’s attention and praise. He wrote:

On the Gospel of John: one book.

On the Canon of the Mass: one book.

On the Passion of the Lord: one book. “He handed Jesus over to their will.”

Disputed Questions: one book.

Itinerary of the Holy Land: one book.

Various sermons: one book.

And many other things.

He flourished under Emperor Frederick III and Sixtus IV, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord 1485. And I believe that he is still living.

Johannes de Lapide, German by nation, a monk of the Carthusian order of the house of Basel, a man most learned in divine Scripture, not ignorant of secular literature, outstanding in talent, eloquent in speech, distinguished in life and conduct. Having formerly obtained the mastership in the faculty of arts in the university of Paris, he governed in the same for several years; and, diligently pursuing the study of sacred letters by teaching, lecturing, and disputing, he deserved to be adorned with the doctoral dignity in the school of theologians. [unclear]

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He first transferred to the University of Basel the doctrine of those Parisians who are called Realists; there he planted, strengthened, and increased it. He was also one of the chief initiators and founders of the Tübingen school. Finally, after freely resigning several benefices, he was called to a canonry and the office of preaching in the distinguished church of Basel; and at length, after a few years had passed, leaving everything for the love of Christ, he took the habit of the holy Carthusian order. He wrote many excellent little works, by which he made himself useful to those then living and memorable to those to come. Of these, we have obtained access to only a few. The following, however, are extant:

An Introduction to Grammar, one book. “Since grammar is [the art] of speaking correctly.”

A Dialogue on the Art of Punctuation, one book. “Student: Greetings, master.”

On Exponible Propositions, one treatise. “So that from youth in the art of logic.”

On the Art of Resolving Sophistical Arguments, one treatise. “Since for every science.”

An Explanation of All the Books of Aristotle’s Logic, one book. “To investigate and to discover.”

An Explanation of the Books of the Same Author’s Physics, one book. “The book of the Physics.”

An Explanation of the Six Books of the Same Author’s Metaphysics, one book. “Because first philosophy.”

On the Things Required for a Worthy Priest, one treatise. “Man to the image.”

A Resolver of Doubts Occurring Concerning the Mass, one treatise. “The greater the office.”

A Summary of the Passion of Jesus Christ, one treatise. “At night Jesus, being sorrowful.”

On the Ascension of the Lord, among the sermons of Meffret, one sermon. “Arise, O Lord.”

On Meffret’s Sermons concerning the Immaculate Conception, one treatise. “Since the Lord and Redeemer.”

Very many sermons, both to the clergy and to the people, one book.

Various orations and letters, one book.

Also several other things of which no mention is made here.

Moreover, he divided many books by various authors into treatises and chapters, placing summaries before each, by which what the writer’s intention is in them can clearly be known. Among these are Cicero’s books On Duties, On Friendship, On Old Age, and On the Dream of Scipio. Likewise the books of Aristotle’s Logic. The books of the same author On the Soul, and the books of the Metaphysics. Likewise the books of Ephrem the deacon. The books of John Chrysostom On Compunction of Heart. The book of Saint Augustine On Contrition of Heart; the book of the same author’s letters. And almost all the books of Saint Ambrose the bishop. He is still living in the Basel Charterhouse, and is composing various works; by his example and writings he calls many to holy studies, under Maximilian, most merciful king of the Romans, and the supreme pontiff Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord 1493.

Angelus de Clavasio, an Italian by birth, of the order of the Friars Minor of Saint Francis, a man devoted to and learned in the study of the divine scriptures, and a very celebrated jurist; outstanding in talent, renowned in eloquence, devout in life and conduct. He is also said to have produced certain excellent little works, by which he spread his name far and wide. Among these there is extant a notable summa on cases, very useful and necessary for simple confessors, and nevertheless for learned men who are occupied, now already dispersed everywhere, which he titles from the author’s name:

The Angelic Summa, one book. “Although the angelic spirits.”

Additions to the Same, one book.

And certain other things.

He completed this summa under Frederick III, emperor, and the supreme pontiff Sixtus IV. And I hear that he is still alive while Maximilian governs the kingdom of the Romans and Germans, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1493, the twelfth indiction.

Iason de Mayno, Milanese by homeland, ducal senator, a man most learned in both laws, and learned both in the divine scriptures and in the other secular disciplines [unclear].

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 130

he says that he had before Pope Alexander VI (which circulates in print); I do not recall that any of these came into our hands. But, as I have learned for certain, he wrote elegantly:

On the title De actionibus in the Institutes, 1 book. Also on the Code, 9 books. On the Digest he wrote various things, 50 books. Orations, letters, and certain other things.

He is renowned today among the Milanese princes, in the highest esteem, under Maximilian, most illustrious king of the Romans, and Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord in which I wrote these things, 1493, indiction 11.

Laurentius Burellus of Dijon, of the order of the brothers of blessed Mary ever virgin of Mount Carmel, a man learned in the divine Scriptures, very excellently instructed in secular letters, outstanding in talent, distinguished in eloquence, practiced in verse and prose, wrote certain notable volumes in both kinds, by which he made his name known. Among these the following are reported: a very celebrated work in praise of Elijah, patriarch of the Carmelites, which he entitled:

Helias, 1 book. On the illustrious men of his order, 1 book. And very many others.

He is still living, in great esteem among his own, writing and composing many things, under Maximilian, most unconquered king of the Romans, and Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Christophorus Landinus, an Italian by nation, a citizen of Florence, a man especially learned in secular letters, not ignorant also of philosophy and sacred Scripture, for many years presided over the chair of the Muses and by public office taught poetry. Distinguished in talent, he wrote works held in great esteem by all, especially: commentaries on P. Vergilius Maro; likewise commentaries on Q. Horatius; Camaldulenses; Ethics.

He is reported still to flourish among his Florentines, whom he adorns with all the flowers of literature.

Jacobus of Bergamo, of the order of the brothers of Saint Augustine, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, nobly instructed in the disciplines of secular letters, outstanding in talent, eloquent in speech, distinguished in life and conduct, a very celebrated historiographer, wrote certain very lucid little works, by which he made posterity beholden to the memory of him. Among these there is extant a work of histories from the beginning of the world down to the years of the Lord 1486, a large and notable volume, which, bringing together material from diverse sources with much long labor, he entitled: Supplementum chronicarum, 11 books. Pro Ciceronis vestri [unclear]. Of the others I have learned nothing.

He is still living among his own people of Bergamo, in esteem, nearly sixty years old, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Baptista de Sancto Blasio of Padua, a man very skilled in both laws, distinguished for the learning of the philosophers, subtle in talent and adorned with eloquence, who in the Paduan gymnasium publicly taught laws excellently, where he instructed a great number of pupils, wrote in that faculty certain notable little works, by which he showed the force of his talent to those present and to posterity. Among these I have read:

On dotal privileges, 1 book. “Since many things concerning dowries...” Also Correlatives, 1 book. “In this work of correlatives...” Questions on arbitration, [unclear] book. “In the name of Christ...” On the first part of the Decretals, 1 book. “In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ...”

Book C.

He also wrote other things. He completed these same works in the academy under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV, in the year of the Lord 1480, indiction 13. And I believe that he is still alive.

[Marcus Antonius Sabellicus?], the most celebrated poet of all our age, adorning Venice with books by his learning, excellent in talent, eloquent in speech, skilled in both languages; to him Hermolaus Barbarus, the Venetian archbishop and patriarch of Aquileia, once composed a book on the precepts for writing history. He wrote, both in verse and in prose, certain distinguished volumes, by which he secured perpetual memory for his name among posterity. Of these I have seen the following: a very celebrated work addressed to the Venetian senate, containing, from the beginning of the city: History and Deeds of the Venetians, 34 books, beginning: “I, about to write from the city...” On the Antiquity of Aquileia [unclear], 6 books, beginning: “And if from all the writers...” On the Sontian Flood, a poem, one book, beginning: “The swift [river] pours forth from Illyrian [unclear]...” On the Sontian Slaughter, a poem, one book, beginning: “Whither, headlong Fortune, do you rush?” On the Carnic Fire, one book, beginning: “[unclear], night set forth on spread wheels...” On the Shipwreck of Peter’s Boat, one book, beginning: “The gracious vessel is tossed.” On the Inventors of Things and Arts, one book, beginning: “Among the pleasing things of study you are accustomed...” On the Origin of Udine, a poem, one book, beginning: “These things [unclear] on the ground...” In Praise of Mary, fourteen elegies, one book, beginning: “The gracious day of the Virgin [unclear].” I have seen nothing of the rest. He is renowned today among the Venetians in very high esteem, composing many and various things, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord in which we write this, 1494.

Hubertus Leonardus, bishop of Dariensis, of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man learned in divine scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, outstanding in talent, famous for eloquence, who once taught theology with distinction in the Paris academy, wrote many highly commendable little works, by which he made his name known with glory. Of these the following are reported: On the Genealogy of the Noble Franks and Their Deeds, to Louis, bishop of Liege, one book. On the Gospel of Luke, one book. On the Governance of Princes, three books. On Ecclesiastical Immunity, three books. Against the Heretics of Nivelles, one book. Various Sermons, one book. A Notable Lenten Collection, one book. And many other things. When he was inquisitor of heretical depravity against certain heretics of Nivelles through the diocese of Liege, he confuted and defeated them with the sword of the Holy Spirit, writing the aforesaid very celebrated work, containing twenty-eight principal propositions; in it, vigorously and eloquently attacking just as many erroneous articles of theirs, he rejected them. He flourished in Germany, from which he came, under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord 1490. And I believe that he is still alive.

Gabriel Biel, German by nation, of the order of those who call themselves Brothers of the Common Life, or those living in common, a man learned in divine scriptures, excellently taught in secular philosophy, outstanding in talent, distinguished in life and conduct, who presided over the academy of Tubingen from the beginning of its foundation for many years, where he instructed many disciples both in philosophy and in sacred letters, wrote certain little works of authority not to be despised, by which he made his name known. Of these, [unclear] are regularly read in the aforesaid academy:

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 131

On the canon of the Mass, one book. On the passion of the Lord, he wrote one book. Also various sermons, one book. And certain other things.

He is distinguished today, an old man and advanced in age, at the court of the count of Württemberg, in the highest esteem; and he is said to be writing certain things, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1494.

Georgius of Gemmingen, a German by nation, provost and canon of the renowned church of Speyer, a learned and noble man, professor of both laws and a most celebrated interpreter, and in the other disciplines of the liberal arts excellently skilled, an outstanding philosopher and rhetorician, subtle in talent and eloquent in speech, excellent in verse and prose: he wrote certain distinguished little works, in which, laudably exercising his talent, he also made his name known to posterity. Yet he conceals what he writes, so that he may avoid the appearance of empty glory, or may correct what he has written with the file of a more mature examination. Of these, however, the following have become known to us:

On the method of duel, one book. On engines of war, one book. On the care of soldiers’ horses, one book. Certain orations.

In addition, he has produced many letters, both to me and to others; from these, how much he is worth, both in learning and in eloquence, and also in experience of many matters, is easily perceived by the person who reads them. He is distinguished, in manly age, in the city of Speyer, intent upon sacred letters and writing various things, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord 1495.

Johannes Venetus, of the Carthusian order, of the house of Saint Andrew the Apostle de Litore, near Venice, a man zealous and learned in the divine scriptures, excellent in talent, devout in life and conduct, and an outstanding cultivator of regular observance: he wrote, for the instruction of the simple, little works not to be despised, by which he made his name known. Of these there is an excellent work, which he entitled:

Know Thyself, three books; “Since nothing [unclear], nothing...” On Patience and Humility, one book; “Brothers most dear in Christ...” The Mirror of the Dying, three books; “After the manner of good parents...” Also The Crown of Old Men, one book; “While the human mind...” Various Sermons, one book. Several devout letters. And certain other things.

He flourished at Venice under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Sixtus IV; he completed the works written above in the year of the Lord 1482, in the thirteenth indiction. And I am uncertain whether he is still living.

Johannes of Mylbach, a German by nation, a man zealous and learned in the divine scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy either, distinguished in talent, scholastic in speech, who formerly taught theology gloriously for a long time in the school of Erfurt, and instructed very many disciples in that faculty: he wrote some distinguished little works, in which he magnificently exercised his talent and commended knowledge of himself to posterity. Among these he regularly lectures on:

On the Epistles of Paul, fourteen books. Various Sermons, one book. In Praise of Saint Jerome, one book. Various Questions. And certain other things.

He is distinguished at Erfurt, an old and feeble man, a prebendary in the monastery of Saint Peter, in the year of the Lord

Book.

[of the Lord?] in which we write these things: 1493.

Johannes de Arundine, a German by nation, bishop of [Usbitensis?], of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, vicar in pontifical matters of David of Burgundy, bishop of Utrecht; a man learned in the divine Scriptures and not ignorant of secular philosophy, an outstanding preacher of sermons, subtle in intellect, distinguished in life and conduct. He wrote many excellent volumes, by which he made his name known. Of these the following are reported:

A notable lecture On the Book of Wisdom, one book. On Paul’s Epistle to the Romans, one book. Sermons on the Blessed Immaculate One, one book. Sermons for the season, one book. Sermons on the saints, one book. And certain others.

He flourished at Utrecht, under Emperor Frederick III and Pope Innocent VIII, in the year of the Lord 1490. And I believe that he is still alive.

Georgius Valla of Piacenza, a man most learned in every respect, a very celebrated rhetorician and poet, excellent in intellect and eloquent in speech, who, now adorning all Italy with his learning, teaches both languages most brilliantly at Venice. He wrote many excellent volumes, by whose elegance and usefulness he may deservedly feel that learned men everywhere are indebted and bound to him. Of these the following are extant:

On orthography, one book. On the quantity of syllables, one book. On the figures of orators and poets, one book. On Cicero’s On the Universe, one book. Plato’s book called Timaeus. On the same author’s On Fate, one book. Cicero’s work On Fate. On the book of the Topics of the same author, one book. A particularly good observation. On the Rhetoric to Herennius, one book. “Long ago I had looked ahead.” On Juvenal, one book. On Horace’s Poetics, one book. On the method of disputing, one book. On things to be sought and avoided, one book. A book of letters to various persons. Various orations. And many other works.

He translated from Greek into Latin Aristotle’s little work On Virtue; also two books of the same author’s Ethics; likewise the work of Nemesius, the Christian philosopher, On the Nature of Man; also the little book of Athenagoras, a very acute philosopher, On the Resurrection; likewise the book of dialectic of Bristo; in addition, the treatise of Galen the physician On the Sects of Physicians; the same author’s Introduction to Medicine; also four books of the Problems of Alexander; and many other works.

Johannes Camerarius of Dalburg, bishop of Worms, a German by nation, a very celebrated jurist and most learned both in divine Scriptures and in secular letters; once a pupil of Rudolf Agricola, that most learned man; skilled in both languages, a very distinguished rhetorician and poet, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech, and notable for much experience of affairs, magnificently ennobling the nobility of his lineage by his character and learning. He has written and is writing, both in verse and in prose, certain little works of excellent talent, which he has not yet allowed to come to light, because, occupied with the affairs of the commonwealth, he has not been able to complete them quite as he had intended. Yet some of these have become known to us:

A Sapphic poem On the death of Rudolf Agricola, one book. Also On Coinage, one book. An oration before Pope Innocent VIII, one book.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 132

Various poems and orations; and several very elegant letters.

He is distinguished today, in mature age, in the see of the church of Worms, a prelate worthy of God, and he is writing various works, under Maximilian, most gracious king of the Romans, and the supreme pontiff Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things concerning him, 1494.

Baptista Guarinus of Verona, son of Guarinus, a most learned man, of whom we have made mention in his proper place: certainly a man not inferior to his father, but most learned in every branch of letters and in the discipline of the liberal arts, a philosopher, orator, and poet most celebrated among all, very skilled in the Greek and Latin languages and very eloquent in both. He wrote and translated many excellent little works, by which he commends to those now living and to posterity the almost divine force and keenness of his talent. Among these the following are reported:

A very beautiful work of dialogues. On the Epicurean sect, one book. On the order of teaching, one book. On administering a kingdom, one book. On Cicero’s Letters, one book. On Ovid’s Fasti, one book. On Lucan’s Pharsalia, one book. On the poet Catullus, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. Several orations also, one book. And poems of various kinds.

He translated the following into Latin: from Xenophon, the Praise of Agesilaus, which he dedicated to Hermolaus Barbarus the elder, bishop of Verona; also certain orations of Demosthenes and of Dio the historian; and also some orations of Gregory Nazianzen to Christ [and] Mary. He published and translated many other things besides, which have not come to my knowledge. He is distinguished to this day at Ferrara, where, succeeding his father, he has now for thirty-three years taught both languages most brilliantly, and he is writing various works, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1494, in the twelfth indiction. He himself has a son learned in Greek and Latin, following the discipline of his forefathers.

Angelus Politianus, a man skilled in every respect and most learned, a celebrated grammarian, a distinguished philosopher, orator, and poet, perfectly equipped in Greek and Latin eloquence, excellent in talent, who for a long time illuminated Italy by his learning and teaching. He wrote various excellent volumes, by which he commended the memory of his name to posterity. Among these the following are reported:

Certain Centuries, one book. On the errors of the Latin language, one book. Various letters to various persons, one book.

And he is said to have written certain other things, which have not come to my knowledge. This man dared to present Homer’s Iliad in verse for Latins to read. He is still distinguished in Italy, as I have learned, writing various works, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Baptista Mantuanus, of the order of the brothers of Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, a man most learned in the divine Scriptures, second to none in knowledge of secular letters, doctor of sacred theology, distinguished philosopher, most celebrated poet and orator, excellent in talent, eloquent in speech, outstanding in life and conduct, an ornament of the Latin language, a renowned interpreter of Greek, excellent in verse and prose. He wrote many outstanding volumes in both styles, by which he acquired for his name a celebrated fame throughout the whole Christian world. Of these the following are reported:

To his father:

BOOK . . . . . . .

Dialogue on the blessed life, one book. Brother Baptista sends greeting to Peter.

The Suburbanum, on the Bucolics, one book. Faustus goes to the fields.

Life of the Parthenice, three books. Returning to holy Palestine.

On Saint Katherine, one book. [unclear]

On the life of Ludovicus Bononiensis, one book. [unclear]

Life of Albert the Carmelite, in Sapphics, one book. The month of August returns.

On the calamity of his own times, one book. We are compelled [unclear] the evils of the storm.

Panegyric of Robert, one book. The ancients [unclear] demigod.

A dream concerning the same man, one book. Greatest cultivator of justice.

To Falco, of epigrams, one book. I ought, but cares prevent me.

Consolation on death, one book. The delights of the holy font [unclear].

On contempt of death, one book. Why do you grieve and fear fate?

Against foul-mouthed poets, one book. There are those to whom speech is granted.

On the capture of Granada, three books. Many letters to various persons.

On patience, in prose, one book. Poems of various kinds.

On the origin of religious orders, one book. He is still living in Italy, named everywhere with very celebrated reputation, and is composing various works, under

Apology for Brother Peter, three books. Introduction to the Subtle Scotus.

Very elegant orations, one book. In the year of the Lord in which we completed these things, one thousand four hundred ninety-four.

Many letters to various persons.

Poems of various kinds. And many other things.

Georgius Molitor, an Observant of Neuenburg, formerly a hearer, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular philosophy, distinguished in talent, scholastic in speech, first publicly teaching theology at Erfurt and now in the gymnasium of Mainz, and instructing many, wrote certain excellent little works in that faculty, by which he made his name known. Of these there is extant a large work:

On the prologue of the Bible, one book. As I was thinking, in ancient and [unclear].

Many conferences to the clergy, one book. Most reverend father in Christ.

On the value of masses, one book. Various questions.

And certain other things.

He is flourishing in manhood in the gymnasium of Mainz, teaching theology in ordinary course and composing various works, under Maximilian, the most illustrious king of the Romans, and the supreme pontiff Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord in which we are writing these things, [1493?].

Robertus Gaguinus, a Frenchman by nation, minister general of the Order of the Holy Trinity, an outstanding doctor of Decrees, and most learned both in the divine Scriptures and in secular letters, a distinguished poet and a most eloquent orator, who often left the Italians stunned by his eloquence, excellent in talent, devout in life and conduct, wrote many excellent little works in both kinds, by which he made his name known far and wide. Of these the following are extant. A work in distinguished verse to Arnoldus Bostius, a Carmelite living at Ghent, against Vincentius de Castronovo, of the Order of Preachers:

On the conception of holy Mary, one book. My mind is [unclear] you.

On the same subject, in prose, one book. No one of the Christian religion.

On the miserable condition of man, one book. Among the many things by which the mind.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 133

On the art of versifying: three books, "The things concerning the making of verses..." Many very elegant orations: one book. Also a book of letters: one book. Countless epigrams. And many other works.

He is still living at Paris, residing at Saint-Mathurin. And day by day he writes various works to be published, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord in which we wrote these things, 1494.

Darynghus Sifridi Sinnama, born at Hagis in Frisia, who is commonly called Hermannus, German by nation, a very celebrated professor and interpreter of both laws, eminently learned both in divine Scripture and in secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in speech, prompt and firm in counsel, whose authority is held in great esteem among the princes and prelates of the churches: in the university of Cologne, by teaching, writing, and giving counsel, he easily holds the first place. Among other things he wrote a great and very celebrated work, explaining legal titles with the utmost clarity, very useful and necessary for all beginning to study in both laws or in one of them:

On the titles of the Code: twelve books, "And if verbosity without [unclear]..." On the title of the Old Digest: twenty-four books, "But what new [unclear]..." On the title of the Infortiatum: fourteen books, "It will have to be known here in..." On the title of the New Digest: twelve books, "Because there are seven parts..." On the title of the Authenticae: one book, "Who the constitutions..." On the usages of fiefs: one book, "Because this book of fiefs..." On the Peace of Constance: one book, "Because the emperor Frederick..." On the title of the Institutes: four books, "Because from this book..." On the title of the Decretals: five books, "All, as the emperor says..." Certain other works are extant.

He is living in manhood in the city of Cologne, illuminating it by that learning of his, under Maximilian, most illustrious king of the Romans, and Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1494, in the twelfth indiction.

Raphael Regius, Italian by nation, a man most learned in every respect, a distinguished philosopher, a celebrated poet, an eminent orator, skilled in both languages, excellent in intellect, eloquent in speech, who in the university of Padua acquired the greatest praises for his learning by teaching, disputing, and composing. He is said to have fashioned many excellent little works, by which he made his name and intellect known with great glory. Of these the following are extant:

Corrections on Quintilian: one book, "Great-hearted men are wont kindly..." On the praises of eloquence: one book, "If anyone ever of an excellent work..." On one letter of Pliny: one book, "In the inscription of this work..." Against Johannes Calphurnius: one book, "Although by the very grave..." A dialogue against the same: one book, "Yesterday a crowd of boys [unclear]..." Various orations. Also many letters. And many other works.

He is still living at Padua, as I have learned, and is composing various works, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Laurentius Bonincontrius, an eminent philosopher and astronomer, and excellently learned in the other disciplines of the liberal arts, outstanding in intellect, distinguished in eloquence, strong in verse and prose. He is said to have fashioned many excellent little works, by which he transmitted his name to the knowledge of many; but I have not yet been able to see any of them. There is said, however, to be an eminent work of his for the cycle of the year:

Entitled Fasti: one book. And certain commentaries.

Book

And certain other works.

He is still living in Italy, writing many and various things both in verse and in prose, under Maximilian, King of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord 1493.

Johannes of Kaysersberg, a German by nation, a man devoted to and learned in the divine Scriptures, and not ignorant of secular philosophy, outstanding in talent, distinguished in life and conduct, a very celebrated declaimer of sermons, who for many years has held the office of preacher in the cathedral church of Strasbourg. He has written some commendable little works, but they have not yet come to the notice of our reading. They report, however, that the following elegant works are his:

Sermons to the People, one book. Various Addresses to the Clergy, one book. And certain other works.

This man, at great expense and with long labor, collected the works of Johannes Gerson, many of which he brought to us from France; dividing them into three parts in a very fine order, and preparing a very useful table, he gave the whole to the press. He is still living in the German city of Strasbourg, and composes various works, under the most renowned Maximilian, King of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1493.

Johannes Pico, an Italian by nation, Count of Mirandola and lord of Concordia, a man most devoted to every kind of good letters, and, as he was most noble by illustrious blood, so also by a truly divine talent; surrounded by a great retinue [unclear] of arts of every kind, with whom he exercises the arena of books and studies, Latin as well as Hebrew and Greek; worthy and most deserving, whose perfection the Muses [unclear]. He is the most learned philosopher of our age and a very acute disputant. He has written in a most elegant style some works which the age will both approve and especially admire, since they have not unworthily made the memory of his name and glory everlasting. Of him there are extant the following, which have already appeared:

Heptaplus on the Beginning of Genesis. Also Nine Hundred Philosophical Conclusions. Apology. Also On the Psalms, one book.

And several other works which have not yet presented themselves to our sight. He is still living today among the Italians in the company of his more gifted young men, and he does not cease either to write loftier things or to benefit posterity, under Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, Maximilian, King of the Romans, in the year in which we write these things, 1493.

Johannes Capnion, otherwise Reuchlin, a German by nation, from the town of Pforzheim in Swabia, an excellent doctor of imperial law, a most eloquent counselor of the most illustrious Count Eberhard of Württemberg, and at the same time of the utmost integrity in law and faith; a most skilled investigator of all the most ancient philosophies and literatures. He was always most expert in the three principal languages, namely Hebrew together with Chaldean, and likewise Greek and Latin. He was also especially distinguished in French and in his own more polished vernacular tongue; and most learned both in the secrets of the divine Scriptures and in secular books. Indeed, in every kind of learning he is foremost in this age, as one who for many years has most earnestly penetrated the secret mysteries of the Greeks and Hebrews. Worthy indeed to devote himself to books alone, and not also to the noisy public court. For not only Italy, but not even our age, could offer us anyone equal to so great a man. He has written some works by which he has commended his memory to those now living and to posterity:

A dialogue addressed to Dalberg, chamberlain of the Vangiones, in which he explains all the secret, wonder-working words of Greek, Hebrew, and Christian philosophy; he entitled it Capnion, or On the Wonder-Working Word. On Rhetorical Preliminary Exercises. On the Diversity of the Four Idioms of the Greek Language. A funeral oration on the death of Rudolf Agricola.

On Ecclesiastical Writers. Fol. 134 [unclear].

Also letters and scholastic orations, more than can be numbered. Of epigrams and elegies: one book. Also scholastic letters and orations, more than can be numbered.

Moreover he translated many little works from Greek into Latin for our common benefit: Xenophon’s Apology for Socrates; Nestorius the Heretic; the Confession of Cyprian; Proclus On the Blessed Virgin; some of Lucian’s Dialogues of the Dead; a dialogue of the same author On the Council of the Gods; the Monomachia from Homer’s Iliad, on the duel of Paris and Menelaus, in the German language, in verse; Epiphanius On the Life and Death of the Prophets; Maximus of Tyre, the Platonic philosopher, in the oration: If God Made Good Things, Whence Do Evils Come? He lives to this day, devoted to letters, under Maximilian the king, and under his own prince Eberhard of Württemberg, whose illustrious name that distinguished Capnion renders still more illustrious by his talent, in the year in which we write these things, 1494.

Conradus Leontorius, commonly called von Leonberg, of German nation, a monk of the monastery of Maulbronn, of the Cistercian order, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, excellently taught in secular matters, a philosopher, an orator, and a poet not to be rejected, skilled, as they say, in the three principal languages, subtle in talent and eloquent in speech, wrote some little works in verse and prose, by which he made his name known. Of these there is extant a volume: Letters to various persons: one book. Various orations. Many poems. And certain other things. He lives to this day among the Cistercians, and steadily continues in study under Maximilian, most renowned king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1304, indiction 12.

Conradus Celtis Protucius, of German nation, born from Franconia in Germany, a man most learned in every respect, a distinguished philosopher, a fluent orator, an outstanding astronomer and cosmographer, a laureate poet, also not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, skilled in both languages, excellent in talent, eloquent in speech, wrote certain very fine little works, both in verse and in prose, by which he commended his memory to posterity. Of these he once read the following to me. To Maximilian, most renowned king of the Romans, on both rhetorical works of Marcus Tullius Cicero: An epitome, that is, an abridgment: one book. “Who in an assembly something.” On the Praises of Eloquence: one book. “The Morini celebrate with eternal [unclear].” On the Art of Versifying: one book. “Most illustrious prince, having received.” On Composing Letters: one book. “A letter or [unclear] is [unclear].” On the Situation of Nuremberg: one book. “When recently, to relax my mind.” A Sarmatian journey: one book. “To which he gave the name [unclear].” Poems: three books. “As often the proof of learned men.” Of loves which according to the four hidden [unclear] are inscribed: three books. “To write the things fated for our [unclear].” A panegyric to the duke of Bavaria: one book. “To attempt Italian lyres.” On the Life of Saint Sebald: one poem. “Offspring of royal stock.” The situation of Germany: one book. “About to write Germany.” Various orations: one book. He published many most elegant letters to various persons in verse and prose, and various epigrams; in cosmography, of which he is very knowledgeable, he wrote various things, which we trust will hereafter come to light. He is still living, being thirty-five years of age, and will write various things, under Maximilian, most illustrious king of the Romans, and the supreme pontiff Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1494.

Petrus Bonomus of Trieste, protonotary of the imperial court, a man most learned in the Latin language, in composing poems of every kind both very ready and very practiced, as one from whose storehouse the tuneful Muses pour forth, and for that reason of great name and most celebrated fame, wrote very many things in prose

Book

[unclear]: and in verse of various kinds. Of these the principal works are extant:

Books of Epigrams.

A tireless collection of Letters.

Nor does he ever cease writing. He is still living under his king Maximilian, devoted to letters and cultivating his talent with liberal arts, in the year in which we write these things, 1493, indiction 12.

Sebastianus Titio, otherwise Brant, of Strasbourg, German by nation, a distinguished professor of both laws, and excellently learned both in divine Scripture and in the other disciplines of secular literature, not moderately skilled in poetry, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech, outstanding in counsel and action, who by his learning and nightly studies wonderfully adorns Basel, the renowned city of Germany. He wrote, both in verse and in prose, certain little works of by no means contemptible reading, by which he made his name well known. Of these there are extant:

On the titles of both laws, book 1: “Since it is difficult.”

A Sapphic Rosary of the divine Mary: “Of the human stock.”

Riddles in praise of the Virgin from the Old Testament: “What things equal.”

He proves the virginal conception possible: “Come hither, O.”

The amazement of Mary when the angel arrived: “What do you wish for yourself.”

The angel’s salutation: “Sent from on high.”

On the wondrous places of the blessed Virgin: “May your, O Virgin.”

The virginal compassion: “Son of the Father.”

Christ’s consolation to his mother: “Why do you groan, O.”

On Christ’s blows: “Look upon what things I have endured.”

On the ingratitude of those eating manna: “By lot under this.”

In praise of Saint Sebastian: “Why should I attempt your.”

Life of Saint Onuphrius: “With our verses, I pray.”

In praise of Saint Valentine: “With praises, O prelate.”

In praise of Saint Ivo: “The beginning of the song.”

Life of Saint Bernard: “O would that for me.”

In praise of the order of the Charterhouse: “By the spirit of the holy.”

On contempt of the world: “You, whoever you will be.”

Praises of blessed Christiana near Basel: “Afterwards, because by merits.”

Against slanderous advocates: “The manners of advocates.”

On the captivity of King Maximilian: “Hear, O kings.”

Elegy on the death of Emperor Frederick: “A wondrous thing lately was.”

To the divine King Maximilian: “What does it profit, renowned king.”

Of various epigrams, book 1.

Commendatory poems for various printed editions.

Besides these, with wonderful art and talent he compiled, in the common and vernacular language, a little book which he called The Ship of Narragonia. In it he so elegantly expressed the cause and root of all follies, censured the morals of men, and handed on certain salutary remedies to each person, that one would rightly call that work not the book of fools, but rather a divine satire. For I do not know whether anything more salutary for the uses of the present age, or more delightful, could be read. They say that he is striving greatly so that this same work may soon appear also in Latin, both in verse and in prose. He is still living at Basel, being 35 years of age, and printers make very great use of his work and industry in embellishing their books. For he writes various things under Maximilian, king of the Romans; since, being singularly diligent, he has composed several very charming poems about him and to him, even secret ones, as they say, in the year in which we write these things, 1493.

Jacobus Wimphelingus of Sélestat, German by nation, priest of the church of Speyer, a man most learned in divine Scripture and excellently taught in secular

On Ecclesiastical Writers. Fol. 135

[unclear]: a very celebrated theologian, philosopher, orator, and most outstanding poet of all; first at Erfurt and then in the school at Heidelberg, publicly lecturing on philosophy and sacred Scripture, he acquired great renown for his learning. A man learned in every respect, he is subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech, excelling in both verse and prose. He wrote in both kinds some distinguished little works, by which he spread his name far and wide. Of these the following are extant. To Berthold, archbishop of Mainz, he composed a very celebrated work, most elegantly in hexameter and pentameter verse, which he entitled On the Threefold Brightness:

In Praise of the Divine Mary, one book. Precepts of Rhetoric, one book. Praises of the Church of Speyer, one book. On the Holy Spirit, an oration, one book. To the King of France, an oration, one book. On the Art of Poetry, one book. The Greatest Hope of Our [unclear]. I Do Not Know If Your [unclear], Theoderic. How [unclear] Expect. Now Eight Lustra to Be Enjoyed. Many poems of various kinds.

He composed many elegant letters, both to me and to others, the number of which is uncertain. At the request of Ludwig, bishop of Speyer, he composed the office on the compassion of the blessed Mary ever virgin, which is solemnly performed every year throughout that same diocese. To this Jacobus we have already long since dedicated the book On the Luminaries, or Illustrious Men, of Germany. He lives, in manly age, being about forty-three years old, in the renowned city of Speyer; he writes various works under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we wrote these things, 1493.

Baptista de Salis, of the Order of Friars Minor of the province of Genoa, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, excellently instructed both in each law and in secular philosophy, subtle in intellect, scholastic in discourse, devout in life and conduct, outstanding in observance of regular discipline: he published certain little works necessary for the instruction of simple priests, by which he spread his name far and wide. Of these there is extant a very useful summa on cases in the forum of conscience, which, after the author’s name, is called:

The Baptistinian Summa, one book. And certain other works.

He completed that same summa under Frederick, the third emperor, and he is still living while his son Maximilian holds the kingdom, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Engelhard Funck of Schwabach, an East Franconian, German by nation, a learned man skilled in every respect, a philosopher, distinguished orator and poet, not ignorant of divine Scripture and pontifical law, outstanding in intellect, eloquent in speech, excelling in both verse and prose: he is said to have fashioned certain little works in both kinds of style, by which he made his name known. In elegiac verse:

On the Praise of His Fatherland, one book. On a Ring Given to Him, one book. Several letters to various people. Various epigrams. And many other works.

He is flourishing at Rome, as an agent or advocate of cases; he composes various works under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1493.

Johannes Langer of Bolkenhain, priest of Wroclaw, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, outstanding in intellect, eloquent in speech, excelling in both verse and prose, in life and conduct worthy of the priesthood: he wrote, in each kind of style, many distinguished little works, by which he made his name known. Of these there is extant an outstanding work addressed to Georg von Stein, lord of Steinau, which he entitled

BOOK. [unclear] On revenues and redemption: one book. Letters to various persons: one book. Many poems, and several other works. He is still living in Wroclaw and is writing various works, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Alexander VI, supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Werner Rolevinck of Laer, German by nation, Westphalian by homeland, of the order of the Carthusians, of the house of Saint Barbara in Cologne, a man most devoted to sacred Scripture and very learned, excellent in talent, devout in life and conduct, published many distinguished little works, by which he made himself useful to those present and memorable to those to come. Of these the following are extant: a great work on all the epistles of Paul, which he entitled: The Teaching of Paul: fourteen books. The teaching of Paul the apostle [unclear]. Also On the Life of Paul: seven books. As I was with Moses, so [unclear]. On the Value of Masses: one book. On the Rule of Princes: one book. Bundles of Times: one book. Generation [unclear]. Paradise of Conscience: one book. The Lord God took the man. Many sermons: one book, and several other works. I once saw in his cell some treatises, small indeed but numerous and useful, whose titles forgetfulness has now taken from my memory. He is still living in the Carthusian house at Cologne, advanced in age, and is writing various works under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we wrote these things, 1494, in the twelfth indiction.

Arnold Bostius, German by nation, of the order of the brothers of the Blessed Mary ever Virgin of Mount Carmel, of the convent of Ghent, a man devoted to and learned in sacred Scripture, eloquent in speech, devout in life and conduct, of whom several letters to me are extant, wrote in verse and prose many distinguished little works. Of these the following are extant: a notable volume written in verse and prose, in which he clearly shows the prerogative, origin, and progress of his order in view of Marian protection; for this reason it was agreed to entitle it: On the Patronage of Mary: one book. You asked, most distinguished man, whether [unclear]. On the Illustrious Men of the Carthusians: one book. To the venerable among [unclear]. On the Illustrious Men of His Own Order: one book. Brother Arnold Bostius [unclear]. Against Vincent of Nieuwkasteel: one book. How long will you always be foolish [unclear]. Letters to various persons: one book. On the Four Last Things: one book. Various poems, and several other works. He is still living at Ghent, in manly age, and composes various works; and by his example and writings he [unclear] many to holy studies [unclear] letters to various persons, in the year of the Lord in which I wrote these things, 1494.

Heinrich Euticus, an East Frank, an excellent professor of both branches of medicine, published many works, which he is preparing for posterity. Likewise, in a different and elegant character, a very beautiful little work of poems, which he entitled: Scommata, or witty, urbane jests of youths. Several little works in medicine. A satire against sophistical dialecticians, enemies of the study of humanity.

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On the praises of the blessed Virgin: And many other things. He is still living, when we wrote this, under King Maximilian, in the year of the Lord 1493.

[Utelwolfus?] de Lapide, a noble man, German by nation and a Swabian, a man of great talent and a vigorous emulator of Roman eloquence, and for that reason having obtained great honor with the Margrave of Brandenburg, wrote to Georgius de Lapide, his uncle, a very great lover of letters, one book: A very polished letter-collection. And other things by which he will bring forth great praise for Germany among the cultivators of the Roman tongue. He is still living today, under Maximilian, in the year in which this was written, 1493.

Rodulphus Langius, German by nation, canon of the church of Münster in Westphalia, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular letters, a philosopher, orator, and very celebrated poet, subtle in talent, eloquent in speech, wrote many distinguished little works both in meter and in prose, by which he has spread his name far and wide with immense glory. Of these the following are extant. To Hermann Langius, dean of the same church: On the City of Jerusalem, two books: Most splendid once was the city. To the dean of Cologne, a book of poems, one book: Bright virtue and of the heavenly ones. On the Siege of the City of Neuss, one book. A poem On the Three Magi, one book. Several letters to various persons. Various poems also, and a great many other things. He is still living, a very old man, in the city of Münster, composing many things under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which these things were written, 1493.

Sebastianus Murrho of Colmar, German by nation, priest and canon in Colmar, a man devoted and learned in the divine Scriptures and most learned in secular letters, an outstanding philosopher, orator, poet, and cosmographer, most skilled in the three languages, Hebrew, [Greek?], and Latin, renowned for knowledge of laws and canons, second to none in architecture, music, and the whole quadrivium, wrote, among other things, to Jacobus Wimphelingus of Schlettstadt, whom we mentioned above, a brief but very beautiful Epitome on the Praises of the Germans, one book. On the works of Baptista Mantuanus, one book. Several letters to various persons, and certain other things. He lives today in Colmar, where he is a canon, and writes various things which we hope will be published day by day, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we wrote these things, 1493.

Carolus Fernandus, German by nation, born at the town of Bruges in Flanders, deprived of sight from early childhood and for that reason utterly ignorant even of the elements, offers so great a marvel of himself that, like another Homer, he has become a poet, musician, [unclear], and very celebrated orator; also a most penetrating interpreter of the divine Scriptures, excelling in verse and prose, subtle in talent, eloquent in expression, most upright in life and conduct. Having been granted a public and perpetual stipend by the king of the French, he taught humane letters excellently for a long time in the very celebrated school of Paris, and expounded a good many authors most beautifully. Finally, having despised all things, he abandoned the world together with his stipends; almost two years ago he entered the order of our holy father Benedict, in a properly reformed monastery which he calls Casale Benedictum, situated in a certain very dense forest about ten miles distant from the city of Bourges,

in which he has persevered down to the present day, burning with great zeal for souls, so that, having been ordained deacon by apostolic dispensation, he publicly preaches the word of God with the greatest profit and admiration of all. He wrote many distinguished volumes, both in verse and in prose, by which he commended his name to posterity: On the metrical contest of Robert Gaguin concerning the most pure conception of the holy Virgin Mary, Mother of God, against Vincent de Castronovo of the Order of Preachers, a most elegant work, Commentaries, one book, “We do not doubt from the Apostle.” Praises of the Order of Carmelites, one book, “While the Parthian turns his weapons.” Odes in praise of Christ, three books, “How much you surpass created things.” On the Conception against Vincent, one book. An iambic poem on the same, one book. An oration on the Conception to [unclear], one book. Many letters, two books. Almost innumerable poems, one book. Elegies on contempt of the world, one book. And many other things. He is living today, blind but very learned, composing many and varied works in the aforesaid monastery, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1494, indiction 12.

Johannes Fernandus, brother of the aforesaid Carolus, himself a German by birth, a man most learned in every respect, a philosopher, a very celebrated orator and poet, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, subtle in intellect, eloquent in speech; the king of the French, granting him a perpetual stipend, took him into his service as a musician. He wrote, both in verse and in prose, many useful little works suited to devotion, by which he brought his name to the knowledge of many. Of these the following are extant: On Saint John the Baptist, one book, “With what fitting plectrum.” Many various orations, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. Several poems and epigrams. And many other things. He also wrote the Hours of the Holy Cross and of the Compassion of holy Mary the Virgin in elegant verse, which, recently printed at Paris, are in circulation. He is living to this day with the king of France in the highest esteem, and composes various works, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1495.

Hieronymus Donatus, a Venetian patrician, a very distinguished man, devoted to the divine Scriptures, most learned in secular letters, a very celebrated translator in both languages, excellent in intellect, eloquent in speech. Although care for his wife and children now distracts him, nevertheless with marvelous diligence and incredible zeal he burns for letters, writing many things day by day and translating many things from Greek; if someone else, free even from every care, were to compose them, it could be a matter for wonder. Of these there are extant: An oration to the king of Portugal, one book. Various orations also, one book. Letters to various persons, one book. And several other things. He translated into Latin John Damascene on the immaculate mysteries; Dionysius also On the Divine Names; certain letters of the same author; also a volume On the Soul by Alexander of Aphrodisias the philosopher; and many other things. He is living to this day at Venice, thirty-seven years old, writing and translating various works, under Maximilian, most illustrious king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1495.

Jodocus Badius of Ghent, a German by birth, a man most learned in secular letters, [unclear], not ignorant in writing of the divine Scriptures, a very distinguished rhetorician and poet,

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[unclear], excellent and eloquent in speech, who once at Ferrara heard Baptista Guarinus teaching Greek literature, and in that science also became learned. He now adorns Lyon by his learning; he reads the poets publicly and privately, instructing the sons of several magnates. He wrote in verse and prose many distinguished short works, of which the following are extant. A notable metrical work against vices, which he entitled:

The Moral Wood, one book. Against Vincentius also, one book. The Psalter of Mary, in Sapphics, one book. On grammar also, one book. Many epigrams, one book. Various letters. And many other things.

He is alive to this day, thirty-two years old, composing many various works, under the illustrious King Maximilian, in the year of the Lord 1494, in the twelfth indiction.

Elias Regnier, a very celebrated jurist, remarkably learned both in divine Scripture and in secular philosophy, subtle in talent, distinguished in speech, cautious in counsel, who for a long time publicly taught law in the school of Poitiers. He wrote certain distinguished short works, by which he commended his memory to posterity. Of these I have seen only the following: a celebrated work which contains:

Cases of the Sixth Book of Decretals, one book. Boniface VIII, compiler. Cases of the Clementines, one book. Bishop Johannes. “Divide in [unclear].” I have seen nothing of the others.

He is still alive in the University of Poitiers, under King Maximilian, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Utgerus Venray, German by nation, of the order of the Canons Regular of Saint Augustine, of the monastery of Saint Peter the Apostle, which is called Heyne, situated not far from Worms; a man zealous in divine Scripture, not ignorant of secular literature, practiced in meter and prose. He wrote in both kinds certain works not to be despised, of which the following are extant. A Tetralogue, which he entitled:

On the Instruction of Boys, one book. “When I observed the boyish [unclear].” On the Pursuit of the Blessed Life, one book. “In the year in which Ceres [unclear].” Hymns on Saint Mary, one book. “Behold, of Mary, mother of God.” On the Various Use of Letters, one book. “Although, excellent Peter.” On a Wondrous Matter, one book. “For recognizing cunning.” On New Matters, one book. “As I turn over many things in my mind.” On the Kinds of Meters, one book. “Most familiarly in Christ.” A Panegyric to Me, one book. “This tetralogue, which concerning.” Various epigrams. And certain other things.

I hear that he is fashioning for me a work on the calamities of these times, which I have not yet seen. He has written very many letters, both to me and to others, in verse and in prose, not inelegant. He is alive to this day and composes various works, under Maximilian, King of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord in which we wrote these things, 1494.

Jodocus Beysselius, patrician of the royal city of Aachen, German by nation; a man zealous in sacred Scripture and most learned in secular letters, a distinguished philosopher, a fluent orator, and a notable poet. Although he is necessarily distracted by care for his wife and household affairs, nevertheless he burns with an incredible love of the Scriptures, daily writing and composing many things, by which his name is everywhere made known with great glory. Of these the following are extant: a very beautiful dialogue addressed to Hermolaus Barbarus, in the manner of the Platonists:

BOOK [unclear]

On the best kind of musicians: one book. “I have led you, O Hermol[aus?].” On Christian ambition: one book. “And if all things are at your disposal.” Epitome of the Stimulus of Love? one book. “When through these things of Christ [unclear].” On the roseate crown of Mary: one book. “Most august roseate [unclear].” A metrical rosary: one book. “Whoever loves the roseate [unclear].” On the mysteries of the rosary: one book. “Go forth, daughters of Zion.” A rosary on the sacrament of the altar: one book. “Beneath this small bread.” Deeds of the Flemings: one book. Very elegant orations. Also several letters. Many poems and epigrams. And certain other things.

He lives to this day at Aachen, a most distinguished interpreter of both laws; he writes various works under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we wrote these things, 1494.

Hieronymus Balbus, a man of very celebrated reputation, excellently learned in all the disciplines of the good arts, a distinguished philosopher, an eloquent rhetorician, excellent in metrical composition, outstanding in talent, fluent in speech, who by teaching, lecturing publicly, and writing earned great glory among the French at Paris, wrote certain excellent little works of his talent, by which he commended his name to posterity. Of these I have so far seen only a volume seasoned with great wit of eloquence, in which he answers the slanders of a certain Guilhelmus Tardivus, a rhetorician, in the manner of a dialogue, under the names of himself, Carolus Phernandus, Petrus Cohardus, and his own enemy; he gave it the title:

The Glorious Rhetorician: one book. “Among those duties by which.” I have seen nothing of the others.

He is still living in France, writing and composing various works under Maximilian, most illustrious king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Egidius Nettelet, dean of the church of Cambrai, a man studious and learned in the divine scriptures, and not ignorant of secular literature, outstanding in talent, distinguished in life and conduct, conspicuous for singular devotion, published certain excellent volumes by which he made his name known. Of these there exists a very celebrated work, necessary for every estate, which with marvelous industry and very fine sequence he gathered into one from the letters of:

Saint Jerome the priest: three books. The rest is unknown to me.

He lives to this day in the city of Cambrai, very celebrated for his life and learning, and composes various works under Maximilian, most renowned king of the Romans, and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord 1495.

Philippus Callimachus, Italian by nation, Florentine by homeland, secretary of the king of Poland, a man most learned on every side, a distinguished philosopher, an eloquent orator, an outstanding poet, and not ignorant of the divine scriptures, outstanding in talent, fluent in speech, is said to have fashioned many excellent little works, by which he left the memory of himself to posterity. Of their number the following are reported. A notable work on the deeds of Attila, the impious king, which he entitled:

Attila: one book. A Polish history against the Turk: one book. On the customs of the Tartars: one book. Loves in diverse meter: one book. And many other works.

On Ecclesiastical Writers, fol. 138.

He is still living today at the court of the king of Poland, in the highest esteem, and writes various works, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which I wrote these things, 1494, in the twelfth indiction.

Aulus Niavis, German by nation, a man excellently learned in humane letters, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, a very celebrated philosopher and rhetorician, outstanding in ability, eloquent in speech, has acquired great fame for his name by teaching and writing various things in the gymnasium of Leipzig. For he wrote certain excellent little works, whose reading is not to be despised. Of these the following are reported: A little work for religious novices; On the instruction of Latinizing, one book, “Since I have often considered”; The Vision of a Certain Hermit, one book, “A vast grove clearly”; The Colors of the Art of Rhetoric, one book, “You once wished, chosen”; Dialogue of the Idiot, one book, “When I very often repeated”; brief formal letters, one book, “Great is wont to be the force”; letters to the same, of moderate length, one book, “I promised, honorable man”; and also longer letters, one book, “I conceive great…”; and certain other things.

He is still living today in Germany, composing various things under Maximilian, the most illustrious king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we wrote these things, 1494.

Bohuslaus of Hassenstein, German by nation, a noble man, most learned from every side, a distinguished orator and poet, who, contrary to the custom of the other nobles of this age, handles arms, cultivates letters with marvelous zeal, fosters and celebrates them, so that, like another Pliny the Younger, even while serving as a soldier he composes books and poems. He wrote certain excellent little works, both in meter and in prose, by which he made his name known. Of these the following are extant: an excellent work On the Germans’ and Italians’ Own Inventions, one book; also a book of poems, one book; various letters; and many other things.

He is still living today in his castle of Hassenstein, writing various things, under Maximilian, the most excellent king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord 1494, in the twelfth indiction.

Heinricus Northeymensis, German by nation, a man studious and learned in secular letters, not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, subtle in ability, eloquent in speech, excelling in meter and prose, wrote certain little works of reading not to be despised, by which he commended his name to posterity with glory. Of these I have seen only that excellent work which he wrote in meter and prose to Frederick, margrave of Meissen and duke of Saxony, entitled Distichomachia, On the Conflict of Virtues and Vices, one book, “You, my laurel-bearing…”

Concerning the rest that he composed, nothing has come to my knowledge. He is still living today, writing various things, under Maximilian, the most illustrious king of the Romans, with Alexander VI as supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Quirinus, of the Order of Friars Preachers, deriving his origin of life from Sweden, a man studious in the divine Scriptures, not ignorant of secular literature, a celebrated philosopher and excellent mathematician, outstanding in ability, polished in speech, imitating Boethius, wrote a most commendable work On the Proportions of Numbers and Sounds, one book; certain letters; and certain other things.

He is still living today in esteem with Otto, duke of Bavaria, and writes various things, under Maximilian, the most invincible king, 1494, in the twelfth indiction.

Hilbertus of Prussia, Polish by nation, a member of the college of the gymnasium of Krakow, a man studious and learned in the divine Scriptures, also excellent in secular letters…

Book. [unclear] learned; a theologian, philosopher, and distinguished astronomer. Praised in a poem by Conrad Celtis for his knowledge of the stars, outstanding in talent and renowned in eloquence, he wrote several little works of no contemptible reading, by which he made his name known. But few of them have come to my notice: On the Theorics of Georg Peurbach, commentaries, one book; To the Ephemerides of Königsberg, one book; and certain others. He is still living in the gymnasium at Cracow, composing various things, under Maximilian, king of the Romans, in the year of the Lord in which we write these things, 1494, in the twelfth indiction.

Theodericus of Osnabrück, by nation a German, of the Order of Friars Minor, of the province of Cologne, a man practiced in the divine Scriptures, a most famous declaimer of popular sermons, whose life all who knew him at this time proclaim to be most holy: in making sermons to the people he is illumined by divine grace so greatly, and in short moves his hearers with such compunction and sweetness, that among the Germans he has had no one like him. Hence he was also appointed general preacher throughout the whole province. Recently, when he was with me at Cologne, he read to me a distinguished little work, suited to devotion, which he had composed at the urging of Hermann, archbishop of Cologne: On the Passion of the Lord, one book, “To the most reverend in Christ”; Manual for the Simple, one book, “Because, as Augustine”; On Interior Exercise, one book, “He who shall have persevered”; and certain others. He is still living in the province of Cologne, vigorously applying himself to the office he has begun, under King Maximilian and Pope Alexander VI, in the year of the Lord 1494.

Bartholomaeus of Cologne, by nation a German, a man excellently learned in secular letters, subtle in talent and eloquent in speech, a philosopher and very distinguished poet, whose poems even the most learned poets both admire and extol with praises: he wrote in both styles some little works worthy to be celebrated, by which he made his name known. Of these I have so far seen only a little work composed in meter on the praises of philosophy, which he entitled: Grove of Poems, one book, “Why gold before Pluto”; On the Sect of Diogenes, one book, “Whoever longs in Cynic fashion.” And I have seen nothing of the others. He is living to this day at Deventer, composing various things, under King Maximilian and Alexander VI, the supreme pontiff, in the year of the Lord in which we wrote these things, 1494.

Johannes Thurotz, a Pannonian, a man devoted to and practiced in secular letters, and not ignorant of the divine Scriptures, outstanding in talent and renowned in eloquence: he is said to have fashioned some little works, by which he made his name known. Of these there exists a volume not to be rejected, which with great industry he compiled, containing the Chronicle of Hungary, three books, “In the continual leisure of these years for us”; and certain others. He is said still to be living and to be composing various things, under King Maximilian, in the year of the Lord 1493.

Hieronymus of Padua, by nation an Italian, a man devoted to the divine Scriptures and excellently learned in secular letters, a philosopher, a distinguished poet, excellent in talent and eloquent in speech, wrote certain little works of no contemptible reading, by which he commended his memory to posterity. Of these there exists a very beautiful little book, entitled Jesuida, addressed to Petrus Donatus, bishop of the city of Padua,