The poetic and divine work of Peter Babyon, an English poet, lives on through the commentary on the gospel of St. Matthew. Babyon's intellectual journey, from an early youth of humanist studies and masterful prose and verse writing, to delve into holy scriptures and preach the divine word.
[The Poet Peter Babyon]
Peter Babyon was an English poet and divine during the reign of Edward II. His educational background from a reputable humanist master who had long experience and ability, led him to diligently practice prose and verse writing. His talent blossomed as he became an elegant poet and adept orator. Babyon's judgment matured with time, prompting him to embark on reading the holy scriptures in pursuit of preaching the divine word.
[Education and Early Works]
Babyon's education was marked by rigorous study and mastery of humanist disciplines. He excelled in poetry and prose, which became evident as he soon developed into an elegant poet and an adept rhetorical speaker. John Pits, in his writings, described Babyon's strengths as a rare combination of talents, including ingenium felix, inventio, lucidus ordo, gratia, and ad rem bene congrua verba.
[Devotional Investments]
Babyon's devotion to the spiritual quest led him to reading the holy scriptures. He not only became proficient in theology, but also made a name for himself through this pursuit of intellectual and religious pursuits. According to Antonio Possevino, Babyon continued living until 1366, after his contributions were recognized both as a poet and a theologian.
[Legacy of the Commentary on St. Matthew]