Abbot Bernard of Clairvaux

Abbot Bernard of Clairvaux (1090–1153) was a highly influential Cistercian monk and church leader during the Middle Ages. Renowned for his spiritual writings, sermons, and leadership within the Cistercian order, he emphasized the importance of sincere devotion, love of God, and inner spirituality. Bernard played a key role in promoting monastic reform and was involved in theological debates and church politics of his time. His teachings helped deepen Christian faith and devotion, and he was later canonized as a saint, leaving a lasting impact on religious thought and practice.