Joaquim of Fiore
Italian abbot
1135 — 1202
Quick Facts
Profession
Italian abbot
Born
January 1, 1135
Died
1202 (age ~67)
Name Origin
Portuguese
Timeline
theologian
Born in CelicoDied in Pietrafitta
1135
Born in Celico (1135-01-01)
1202
Died in Pietrafitta
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Joachim of Fiore, also known as Joachim of Flora, was an Italian Christian theologian, a Catholic abbot, and the founder of the monastic order of San Giovanni in Fiore. According to theologian Bernard McGinn, "Joachim of Fiore is the most important apocalyptic thinker of the whole medieval period." The Divine Comedy of Dante Alighieri is one of the most famous works possibly inspired by his ideas. Later followers, inspired by his works in Christian eschatology and historicist theories, are called Joachimites.
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Who is Joaquim of Fiore?+
Joachim of Fiore, also known as Joachim of Flora, was an Italian Christian theologian, a Catholic abbot, and the founder of the monastic order of San Giovanni in Fiore. According to theologian Bernard McGinn, "Joachim of Fiore is the most important apocalyptic thinker of the whole medieval period."
What does the name Joaquim mean?+
The name Joaquim means "a male given name, equivalent to English Joachim". It is of Portuguese origin.
When was Joaquim of Fiore born?+
Joaquim of Fiore was born on January 1, 1135.
When did Joaquim of Fiore die?+
Joaquim of Fiore died in 1202, at approximately 67 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Joachim
The name Joaquim is of Portuguese origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Joachim". It is traditionally a male name.
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Joaquim — January 1, 1135
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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