Vincent of Beauvais
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Vincent of Beauvais (January 1, 1190–January 1, 1264) was a French scholar born in Boran-sur-Oise and died in Beauvais. A subject of the Kingdom of France[1], he worked as a pedagogue, philosopher, writer, zoologist, naturalist, and encyclopedist[2]. His religious affiliation was with the Catholic Church.
Vincent’s primary field was philosophy. His contributions spanned multiple disciplines, reflecting his role as a compiler and synthesizer of medieval knowledge. His works remain key references for understanding 13th-century intellectual traditions.
Vincent of Beauvais
Summary
Vincent of Beauvais is a human[1]. He was born in Boran-sur-Oise[2]. He was born on January 1, 1190[3]. He died in Beauvais[4]. He died on January 1, 1264[5]. He worked as a pedagogue[6], philosopher[7], writer[8], zoologist[9], and naturalist[10]. He has Wikipedia articles in 19 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[11]
Key Facts
- Vincent of Beauvais's place of birth was Boran-sur-Oise[2].
- Vincent of Beauvais died in Beauvais[4].
- Vincent of Beauvais was born on January 1, 1190[3].
- Vincent of Beauvais was born on 1184[12].
- Vincent of Beauvais was born on 1194[13].
- Vincent of Beauvais died on January 1, 1264[5].
- Vincent of Beauvais died on 1267[14].
- Vincent of Beauvais held citizenship in Kingdom of France[15].
- Vincent of Beauvais worked as a pedagogue[6].
- Vincent of Beauvais's professions included philosopher[7].
- Vincent of Beauvais's professions included writer[8].
- Vincent of Beauvais worked as a zoologist[9].
- Vincent of Beauvais worked as a naturalist[10].
- Vincent of Beauvais worked as an encyclopedist[16].
- Vincent of Beauvais's field of work was philosophy[17].
- A notable work attributed to Vincent of Beauvais is Speculum Maius[18].
- A notable work attributed to Vincent of Beauvais is Speculum historiale[19].
- A notable work attributed to Vincent of Beauvais is Speculum Doctrinale[20].
- A notable work attributed to Vincent of Beauvais is Speculum naturale[21].
- A notable work attributed to Vincent of Beauvais is Speculum vel imago mundi[22].
- A notable work attributed to Vincent of Beauvais is Memoriale temporum[23].
- Vincent of Beauvais's religion is recorded as Catholic Church[24].
- Vincent of Beauvais is recorded as male[25].
- Vincent of Beauvais's instance of is recorded as human[26].
- Vincent of Beauvais's Commons category is recorded as Vincent de Beauvais[27].
Body
Origins and Family
Vincent of Beauvais's place of birth was Boran-sur-Oise[2]. Recorded date of birth include January 1, 1190[3], 1184[12], and 1194[13].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include pedagogue[6], philosopher[7], writer[8], zoologist[9], naturalist[10], and encyclopedist[16]. Vincent of Beauvais's field of work was philosophy[17].
Works and Contributions
Notable works include Speculum Maius[18], a written work[28]; Speculum historiale[19], a treatise[29]; Speculum Doctrinale[20]; Speculum naturale[21]; Speculum vel imago mundi[22]; and Memoriale temporum[23].
Personal Life
Vincent of Beauvais's religion is recorded as Catholic Church[24].
Death and Burial
Recorded date of death include January 1, 1264[5] and 1267[14]. Vincent of Beauvais passed away in Beauvais[4].
Why It Matters
Vincent of Beauvais has Wikipedia articles in 19 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[11] He is known by 25 alternative names across languages and contexts.[30]
He has been cited as an influence by Jacob van Maerlant[31], a poet[32], of County of Flanders[33], specialised in medieval literature[34].
Works attributed to him include Speculum Maius[35], a written work[36].
FAQs
Where was Vincent of Beauvais born?
Vincent of Beauvais was born in Boran-sur-Oise[2].
Where did Vincent of Beauvais die?
Vincent of Beauvais died in Beauvais[4].
What did Vincent of Beauvais do for work?
Vincent of Beauvais worked as pedagogue[6], philosopher[7], writer[8], zoologist[9], and naturalist[10].
Who did Vincent of Beauvais influence?
Vincent of Beauvais has been cited as an influence by Jacob van Maerlant[31].