Jean Mabillon
Dom Jean Mabillon, O.S.B., (French pronunciation: [ʒɑ̃ mabijɔ̃]; 23 November 1632 – 27 December 1707) was a French Benedictine monk and scholar of the Congregation of Saint Maur. He is considered the founder of the disciplines of palaeography and diplomatics.
Jean Mabillon | |
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Dom Jean Mabillon, O.S.B. | |
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| Born | 23 November 1632 Saint-Pierremont, province of Champagne, Ardennes |
| Died | 27 December 1707 (aged 75) Paris |
| Resting place | Church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés |
| Religion | Roman Catholicism |
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| School | Congregation of Saint Maur |
| Notable work(s) | Acta Ordinis S. Benedicti |
| Known for | De re diplomatica |
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| Rank | Monk |
| Founder of | Palaeography and diplomatic |
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