About Renier of St Laurent
Lived 1150 – 1188 (aged 37–38). Renier of St Laurent was a hagiographer and historian.
Renier of Saint-Laurent (died 1188) was a twelfth-century Benedictine monk of , Liège. He is known as a writer of theological and exegetical works, controversial and historical works, and numerous biographical and hagiographical works. Works by him are in Patrologia Latina and Monumenta Germaniae Historica.
The Triumphale Bulonicum is a chronicle and commemorates the siege of Bouillon Castle by Albero, prince-bishop of Liège, 17 August to 22 September 1141. It is based on eye-witness accounts.
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Who was Renier of St Laurent?
Belgian monk
When was Renier of St Laurent born?
Renier of St Laurent was born in 1150 in Liège.
When did Renier of St Laurent die?
Renier of St Laurent died in 1188.
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Renier of St Laurent was a hagiographer and historian.
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