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Peter Abelard

French scholastic philosopher, theologian and preeminent logician (c.1079-1142)

Peter Abelard was born in 1079 in Le Pallet and died on April 28, 1142.

Born

in 1079

Died: April 28, 1142

Birthplace
Le Pallet
Professions
poet, teacher, philosopher, linguist, autobiographer, theologian, writer, logician, monk, composer
Citizenship
Kingdom of France

More about Peter Abelard

Birth name
Pierre Abélard

Family

Spouse
Héloïse d’Argenteuil

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Questions people ask

Where was Peter Abelard born?

Peter Abelard was born in Le Pallet.

What was Peter Abelard’s name at birth?

Peter Abelard’s recorded birth name is Pierre Abélard.

When did Peter Abelard die?

Peter Abelard died on April 28, 1142.