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The life of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux is intricately woven into the spiritual and political fabric of medieval Europe. Born at the turn of the 12th century, he rose to prominence during a time of great religious ferment, marked by the clash between emerging theological ideas and the consolidation of papal authority. His profound influence was not only felt in the monastic reforms he spearheaded but also in the broader Church, where his wisdom was sought on matters of doctrine, ecclesiastical politics, and even military crusades.