PPT Slide
Ancient & Medieval Philosophy -- David L. Rouse
- Abelard and Heloise had a son, whom they named Astrolabe.
- After the birth, they secretly married.
- Fulbert hired men who castrated Abelard.
- Heloise joined a convent, and Abelard an abbey. They continued contact with one another throughout their lives. Theirs is one of the most famous love stories of western history.