Affair of Abelard and Héloïse

Timeline

1. 1121–1125Abbey of Saint-Denis · Île-de-FranceAbelard became a monk at the Abbey of Saint-Denis and continued his theological writing; his hermeneutic methods aroused controversy among colleagues and he was ultimately forced to leave the abbey, marking renewed turmoil in his academic career.
2. 1129–1130Paraclete monastery · FranceWith Abelard's assistance Héloïse took charge of the women's monastery of the Paraclete, establishing its rule and demonstrating outstanding administrative and theological ability, becoming a model of medieval female religious leadership.