Mechtild of Hackeborne (1241–1298)
Mechtild of Hackeborne (1241–1298)
Germany mystic. Born 1241; died 1298; sister of Gertrude of Hackeborne (1232–1292).
The choir mistress of Helfta, had visions. An account of her revelations, compiled by 2 nuns, is titled Liber specialis gratiae (Book of Special Grace).
See also Women in World History.
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