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Gertrude the Great (or Saint Gertrude of Helfta – January 6, 1256 – c. 1302) was a German Benedictine nun, mystic, and theologian. She is recognized as a saint by the Catholic Church. In 1281, at the age of 25, she experienced the first of a series of visions  that continued throughout her life, and which changed the course of her life. Her priorities shifted away from secular knowledge and toward the study of Scripture and theology. Gertrude devoted herself strongly to personal prayer and meditation, and began writing spiritual treatises for the benefit of her monastic sisters.  Gertrude became one of the great mystics of the 13th century. (via Wikipedia)