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The Life of Saint Odon of Cluny
Saint Odon of Cluny, born around 878 in Tours and died on 18 November 942, was one of the major figures of monastic reform in medieval Europe. As the second abbot of Cluny, he left his mark on history through his dedication to spiritual regeneration, monastic discipline and the centralisation of the Cluniac movement. His exemplary life, scholarship and piety helped to revitalise monastic life and strengthen the influence of the Church against a backdrop of social and political transformation.
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