Alger Luttich Catholic scholastic philosopher and writer Date of Birth: 01.01.1060 Country: Dive

1. Alger of Liège
2. Early Life and Education
3. Career in Liège
4. Joining the Abbey of Cluny
5. Writings
6. - "Historia Ecclesiae Leodiensis" (History of the Church of Liège)

Alger of Liège

Alger of Liège was a Catholic scholastic philosopher and writer who authored numerous theological treatises.

Early Life and Education

Alger began his education at the monastic school in Liège. He later served as a deacon and scholastic at the Church of St. Bartholomew in Liège.

Career in Liège

In 1100, Alger became the secretary to Bishop Obert and the custodian of the Liège Cathedral. He also managed the church school and handled its external correspondence. Despite receiving offers from other bishops, Alger remained in Liège for 20 years, until the death of Bishop Obert.

Joining the Abbey of Cluny

After the death of Bishop Frederick in 1121, Alger joined the renowned Benedictine Abbey of Cluny. He spent the last decade of his life there.

Writings

Alger wrote a refutation of Berengar of Tours' Eucharistic doctrine, which was highly praised by both Peter the Venerable and Erasmus of Rotterdam centuries later. Alger's other works include:

- "Historia Ecclesiae Leodiensis" (History of the Church of Liège)

Several other works have been attributed to Alger, but their authorship remains uncertain.