Parens scientiarum

Parens scientiarum (Latin for "The Mother of Sciences") is the incipit designating a papal bull issued by Pope Gregory IX on April 13, 1231, after the University of Paris strike of 1229. The bull assured the independence and self-governance of the University of Paris, where the pope had studied theology.^[1]

Parens scientiarum Latin for 'The Mother of Sciences' Papal bull of Pope Gregory IX
Signature date	13 April 1231
Subject	On the University of Paris

See also

• University of Paris strike of 1229
• Clerici vagantes
• Authentica habita
• Benefit of clergy