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Quote by Hugh of Saint Victor

“All Sacred Scriptures is but one book, and that one book is Christ, because all divine Scripture speaks of Christ, and all divine Scripture is fulfilled in Christ.”

Quote by Hugh of Saint Victor

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Hugh of Saint Victor
Hugh of Saint Victor

Hugh of Saint Victor (1096 - February 11, 1141) was a medieval French theologian, philosopher, and writer whose works had a profound impact on medieval philosophy and theology. His most famous works include 'On the Trinity' and 'On the Existence of God'. more

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