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Scholastica

c. 480 – c. 543 · b. Nursia
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Sister (traditionally twin) of Benedict of Nursia. Founded a women's monastic community near Monte Cassino. Known from Gregory the Great's Dialogues.

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Who was Scholastica?
Scholastica (480–543) — Sister (traditionally twin) of Benedict of Nursia. Founded a women's monastic community near Monte Cassino. Known from Gregory the Great's Dialogues.
Who did Scholastica meet?
Benedict of Nursia.

Sources for biography

  • Gregory the Great, Dialogues 2.33-34 primary

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  • met Benedict of Nursia
    Gregory's Dialogues describe annual visits between Benedict and his sister Scholastica; she is consecrated to God from infancy in his account.
    Gregory the Great, Dialogues 2.33-2.34

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