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Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain

d. 1286

Roman Catholic bishop

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About Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain

Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Bertrand de L'Isle-Jourdain (1227–1286) was the bishop of Toulouse from 1270 until his death.

Bertrand was a son of Bernard Jordan, the lord of L'Isle-Jourdain, and Indie, an illegitimate daughter of Count Raymond V of Toulouse. He was born after the death of his father in 1227. In accordance with his father's will, he was given to the cathedral of Toulouse to be raised by the church. He was serving the cathedral as provost when Bishop Raymond du Fauga died on 19 October 1270.

Bertrand was unanimously elected to succeed Raymond. He was ordained a priest two days before his consecration as bishop. As bishop, he unsuccessfully defended his vassals' claim of exemption from service in the royal army. He began a reconstruction of the cathedral in the Gothic style, devoting much of his personal wealth to the project. The choir and the chapels to its north and south were begun during his episcopate.

Juan Gil de Zamora dedicated his commentary on the Song of Songs to Bertrand. The in Toulouse is named after him.

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Important facts

Positions held
Bishop of Toulouse

Frequently asked questions

Who was Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain?

Roman Catholic bishop

When did Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain die?

Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain died on 3 February 1286.

What was Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain's occupation?

Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bertrand de l’Isle Jourdain

· Wikidata: Q68905040

· DBpedia: Bertrand de L'Isle-Jourdain (bishop of Toulouse)

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