Chapter 13: Medieval Europe at Its Height "Hildegard von Bingen" Introduction      You have learned that much of medieval European life and culture was related to and regulated by the Catholic Church. You also learned that among the talented writers of the time were women in convents and at royal courts. One of these writers was Hildegard von Bingen (or Hildegard of Bingen). She wrote about religion, science, and medicine, and she also composed music. Destination Title: The Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Hildegard Web site Note: Clicking on the link above will launch a new browser window. Need help using your browser for this activity? Click here for tips. Directions Start at The Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Hildegard Web site. Scroll down the Web page. Read and analyze the information about Hildegard of Bingen through the information concerning her death. Answer the following questions. 1. What was Hildegard's childhood like? 2. What is meant by these words: "she led an interior life"? 3. Who believed that Hildegard had real wisdom to impart? 4. What does the way Hildegard handled the "severe trial" of the last year of her life reveal about her, and how does that affect your opinion of her?