Isidore de Séville

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Isidore of Seville was a prominent scholar and ecclesiastical figure in the early Middle Ages, known for his extensive contributions to Christian literature and theology. His most notable work, the "Etymologiae", is an encyclopedic compilation that covers a wide range of subjects, including grammar, astronomy, and geography, reflecting the knowledge of his time. Isidore's writings were instrumental in preserving classical knowledge and shaping medieval thought, making him a significant figure in the intellectual landscape of Western Europe.