Hildegard of Bingen books in order
German Benedictine abbess, polymath, mystic and Doctor of Church
- Lived
- 1098–1179
- Country
- Holy Roman Empire
- Books
- 1
Hildegard of Bingen published 1 non-fiction book, beginning with Scivias (1152).
Updated September 2026
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Scivias (1152)
About Hildegard of Bingen
Hildegard of Bingen, also known as the "Sibyl of the Rhine", was a German Benedictine abbess and polymath, active during the High Middle Ages as a writer, composer, philosopher, mystic, visionary, and as a medical writer and practitioner of the Catholic Church. She is one of the best-known composers of sacred monophony, as well as the most recorded in modern history. A number of scholars have considered her to be the founder of scientific natural history in Germany.
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Hildegard of Bingen FAQ
- How many books has Hildegard of Bingen written?
- Hildegard of Bingen published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Hildegard of Bingen's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Scivias.
- What is Hildegard of Bingen's last book?
- Scivias (1152).
- What is Hildegard of Bingen's most famous book?
- Scivias (1152) is Hildegard of Bingen's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.