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| Citation: | Saint Rémi (437-533)
Rémi was born in Cerny-en-Laonnois, near Laon in 437. Hincmar, in a work written in 882 tells us how Rémi received the title of Count of Laon on the death of his father, Émile of Laon.
This title however was never recognized by the other noble families, probably because he was only the youngest of the family. However, there is no doubt that he truly belonged to the nobility, and was amongst their acquaintance and knowledge, as evidenced by his many, constant letters to Clovis. His prodigious cultural intellect and and fine pen produced wonders for many years.* His words and his Faith were unanimously recognized, so that even today he is considered one of the greatest theologians of his time. Despite himself, he played a central role in the creation of the Kingdom of the Franks with the conversion of Clovis I to Aristotelianism. Rémi never participated in any council in France or Rome, preferring to deal directly with men and their souls on the road.
The theologians of the Holy Office regard the Aristotelian Mission of Saint Rémi as the end of Paganism in France.
HIS LIFE
I. Childhood.
Little Remi, at the age of four, would peacefully walk in a nearby forest to Laon. The child liked to walk after the long hours of learning, which he followed with diligence and pleasure. Remi was very popular with other students: his reliability and help, which he regularly brought, and his joviality, through his laughter and games made him the "friend of schoolchildren," especially in Italy at the start of classes. Despite his young age, everyone could read in his face his seriousness, his appetite for the mysteries of life, his piety and respect for others. He had already felt the Divine Call.
Sometimes preferring solitude, not to escape humanity but to dwell in reflection, he unequivocally recognized the membership of humanity in the Most High. So it was without fear or surprise that he greeted the first appearance of Saint Raphaëlle. Throughout the lifetime of Remi, the archangel supported his thoughts and actions for the dissemination of the great Aristotelian Religion, and would promptly reappear to him.
At this meeting, the forest, darkened by huge old trees, suddenly lit up with an inexplicable glow, and Saint Raphaëlle appeared, basking in Divine Light, to deliver these words:
"You must fight paganism and reveal the true Prophets Aristotle and Christos.”
He understood immediately and took in these words despite their somewhat difficult nature for a young child. Saint Raphaëlle delivered to him the power of the word, Jah's gift to the young child, so that he could always find the right words to express the experience of true Faith and offer his love to the Most High. Several times during his life the archangel and Remi would meet again.
II. Adolescence.
Rémi became the bishop of Reims, while his older brother Principius became the prelate of the diocese of Soissons. The times were troubled because of the fall of the Western Empire and the disappearance of Roman rule in favor of "wild" tribes such as the Visigoths and Burgundians. But Remi stood fast by a young king of fifteen years, Clovis, who found in the young bishop, on the death of his father in 482, a friend and spiritual father.** Clovis converted to Aristotelianism.He received the sacrament of baptism in the cathedral of Reims, the day of Saint Noel, the symbol of friendship and generosity, probably between 496 and 499. His devout wife, Princess Clotilde, daughter of King Burgonde Chilperic, was given this sacrament by his side. That day, Rémi celebrated with great pomp the baptism of three thousand Franks.*** In thanks, Clovis gave many lands to Rémi, where the latter built most of the churches of Champagne.
A little history ...
Did Rémi, through his presence or letters, influence Clovis’s vision of the Kingdom of the Franks? While he was a skilled politician, he was foremost a bishop, and, without fundamentally influencing the politics of Clovis, it’s undeniable that he was one of the cornerstones of the advent of his kingdom. He never forgot his religious mission, spreading the Aristotelian Faith with the invaluable help of the Queen Clotilde, herself a fervent Aristotelian. This proselytizing was a valuable aid to Clovis because it gave rise to accession by other bishops and the union of various Gallo-Roman groups spread over the land. The spread of Aristotelian Faith was the deciding factor that brought together the people and clergy of the conquered Gallo-Roman territories. Everyone then recognized the importance of the work carried out by the bishop of Reims.
Clovis was the first Aristotelian King of the kingdom of France, and many of his actions were imbued with great fervour, proof if any was needed, of the influence of Remi. Rémi was considered "the author of Aristotelian life" among the Franks, and Clovis recognized his religious sovereignty over him and his people to the end.**** This King, assisted by the bishop and the Faith, unified the country with a final victory at the Battle of Vouillé in 507 over the Visigoths. Thus the Merovingian dynasty began.
The chronicle of the celebration of the royal baptisms and the army.
Rémi came to baptize Clovis’s army, three thousand soldiers filled with fervour for their country and the Aristotelian Faith. All received a droplet of water, the symbol of rebirth and purity. The vial of holy water, though rather large, was completely empty when Rémi approached to sprinkle in turn the Frankish king, who knelt before him. Fear then invaded Rémi, as Clovis could sometimes be angry and impatient. The bishop meditated deeply and silently raised a prayer to the Most High.
In the reverent ambience of contemplation, no one saw a dove arrive who, without a sound, soared gracefully over the gathered crowd. Yet there was a collective stirring when the delicate bird, clutching an olive twig in its talons, landed on the bottle to drop its light burden there. Holy water filled the vial forthwith and the dove gently bowed its head towards Clovis, as if in greeting. It took flight as lightly as it had arrived, before the stunned and silent assembly.
All realized the divine sign that had taken place before their eyes and, henceforth, all recognized in Rémi, the spiritual guide they had long sought and waited for. The cleric was acclaimed and Clovis himself bowed as a sign of his acceptance before this divine manifestation.
It is by the Miracle of the Dove, the indisputable sign of the Divine Mark, that Remi understood the strength of his Faith and the importance of Aristotelianism.
III. The Travels.
The former "little Remi" had become Great, and after the baptism of King Clovis he continued to take part in the unification of the Frankish people under the same King and the same Faith.
Still loving to walk, he went on the road, spreading the word of the prophets to both the Frankish nobility and those less fortunate. His steps led him throughout the kingdom of France and much further: Italy, Spain, England. Until the age of seventy, he tirelessly travelled countless paths to reveal with efficient wisdom the Aristotelian Religion.
Rémi never made any distinction between men and women, noble or peasant, soldier or merchant, child, adult or the old. He sought to rally all to the Divine Principle, and the Archangel Raphaëlle returned several times to guide him, showing him the way forward to touch his audience with powerful words, and so reach into the heart of the pagans. Many joined the Aristotelian Church.
Where bad becomes good: The miracle of the bandits
Not far from Parma, during the chilly small hours, Remi was quietly asleep without paying much attention to where he slept, as usual. He was only concerned with the place being dry and sheltered by tall trees. The spot was inconspicuous. Alas! Highway robbers had also found the place covered with dry hay to their liking and just as comfortable as him, being away from the bustle of the villages and wetland waters. So it is that men are all brothers because they enjoy the same things …
The reawakening was, literally and figuratively, surprising for the group of thugs and the bishop alike. A little scared, Remi did not know what to do. He had nothing of value, living only by the wealth that Faith gave him. The robbers, as a whole, were surprised, although they still remained in control of the situation. Remi, confused, did not know how to save his life, not that he feared going to the Sun to join the Almighty, but because he thought he hadn’t completed his earthly work. He didn’t have much of value and his purse was as empty as a beggar’s bowl.
Searching his pockets he suddenly had an idea. He decided to offer them his good wool cape, the one object of value he owned. A weaver of Laon had made it for him, weaving it tightly to resist the damp with the best wool. As he was taking it off to give it to them, a parchment rolled to the feet of the bandits’ chief. The latter, who could read, read the words aloud:
"- Love your fellow men and the Most High will offer you infinite love in return,"
The bandit chief was hesitant, not instinctively understanding the words he had just uttered, nevertheless the power of the words penetrated with force, overcoming his obtuse criminal mind. No one made the slightest move and Rémi offered to share his food, consisting of a few loaves of bread and a piece of cheese. The robbers were not prepared for such a charitable action, too used to stealing to take what they liked, but the strength of Remi’s Faith had already penetrated the heart of the bandit chief. Both talked at length and the leader decided to abandon his group who left them unharmed. He thus accompanied the bishop to Parma where he became the parish priest shortly afterwards.
IV. The death of Saint Remi. (533)
After years of wandering, old and tired, Rémi returned to Reims where he chose to live until his final days. He regularly gave his parishioners some of his best sermons, bobbing souls and hearts up to the sweetness of the Faith and the Aristotelian religion.
He died on the first day of October in the year 533. That day a wonderful light flooded the area. All the parishioners of the surrounding churches immediately understood that the bishop had taken his last breath. His death cast a gloom over many men and women, but his departure to the sun lit up the whole Duchy.
The people of Champagne people asked for his sanctification on the announcement of his death. Saint Remi was buried in the church of Saint Christophe in Laon, which later became the Church of Saint Remi. Bishop Hincmar made the elevation of the relics in 852 and moved them to the Cathedral of Saint Mary of Reims. The body of Saint Remi is to this day preserved in the crypt.
V. For posterity
In taverns, where slip ups are many, and pompous minstrels note them, some phrases still resonate with the memory of Saint Remi:
-Remi Wax, easy floor waxing!
On the great forest roads, one can sometimes hear the sweet melody of a lament to Saint Remi:
-Rémi, scions! Rémi, scions!
VI. Notes
* It is through this correspondence that the story of the Soissons vase was made public by a letter sent to Rémi under the title "Sacrum Vas".
** As was reported in the writings of Bishop Gregory of Tours, in a book titled "Ten History books".
*** According to the same book.
**** Thus, one can quote famous phrases like the latter, Clovis’s response to Rémi on the Aristotelian Faith in Frankish people.
"Watch for signs without distinction among us. Keep counsel among the bishops. Have fun with the young but still deliberate with the old.”
Translated by Aranwaë Dunedain, Licio_da_correggio, Feuilllle and Bender.B.Rodriguez.
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His Excellency the Most Reverend Monsignor Prof. Dr. theol. Policarpo von Wittelsbach
Bishop Emeritus of Regensburg
Archabbot Emeritus of the Abbey of Heiligenbronn
German archivist for the Roman registers of Sacraments
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