Who was abbess hildegard?

Abbess Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179) was a German Benedictine abbess, composer, writer, and visionary. She is renowned for her contributions to theology, medicine, and music, as well as her mystical visions, which she documented in works like "Scivias." Hildegard founded the convent of Rupertsberg near Bingen and was later canonized as a saint and declared a Doctor of the Church for her influential writings and teachings. Her legacy continues to inspire people in various fields, including spirituality, music, and holistic health.