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Emmanuel von Severus

1908 – 1997

Austrian master of novices

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About Emmanuel von Severus

Lived 1908 – 1997 (aged 88). Emmanuel von Severus was an Austrian master of novices, theologian, monk, prior and catholic theologian.

Emmanuel von Severus OSB (24 August 1908, Vienna - 24 July 1997, Andernach) was an Austrian Benedictine.

Life Born as Rudolf von Severus, was the son of a lieutenant field marshal in the Austro-Hungarian Army.

After finishing high school, he entered Maria Laach Abbey in 1928 to study theology. He was ordained a priest on 5 August 1934 and after studying Latin and history he gained his philosophy doctorate at Pater Emmanuel in 1939.

During WWII, he was drafted into the Wehrmacht as a medic and served in the Balkans, returning to Maria Laach in 1945.

From 1948 to 1990 (apart from brief interruptions) he was novice master at Maria Laach under three abbots. From 1958 to 1978 he managed the Liturgical Archive (Archiv für Liturgiewissenschaft). He also lectured on spiritual issues and wrote on scientific and spiritual topics.

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Important facts

Born
24 August 1908, Vienna
Birth century
20th century
Died
24 July 1997, Glees
Occupation
Master of novices, theologian, monk, prior, Catholic theologian
Nationality
Austria
Awards
Order of Merit of Rhineland-Palatinate; Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Emmanuel von Severus?

Austrian master of novices (1908–1997)

When was Emmanuel von Severus born?

Emmanuel von Severus was born on 24 August 1908 in Vienna.

When did Emmanuel von Severus die?

Emmanuel von Severus died on 24 July 1997 in Glees.

What was Emmanuel von Severus's occupation?

Emmanuel von Severus was a master of novices, theologian, monk, prior and catholic theologian.

What nationality was Emmanuel von Severus?

Emmanuel von Severus was Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Emmanuel von Severus

· Wikidata: Q1338454

· DBpedia: Emmanuel von Severus

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