Ramon Llull Monument

Ramón Llull was born in Palma de Mallorca (1232-1315), a recently conquered kingdom by Jaime I, who annexed it to the Crown of Aragon.

Ramón was the son of Ramón Amat and Isabel d'Erill, members of an important family from Barcelona who had settled on the island.

Ramón Llull, born in 1232 and lived until approximately 1316, was a medieval philosopher, theologian, and writer from the Kingdom of Majorca, which is now part of Spain. He is known for his significant contributions to various fields, including logic, mathematics, and linguistics. Llull developed a method called the "Ars Magna" (Great Art), which aimed to provide a systematic approach to knowledge and facilitate the search for truth.

His work combined elements of Christian theology with a strong influence from Arabic and Jewish philosophical traditions. Llull's writings often revolved around the idea of finding harmony and unity among different religious and philosophical beliefs. He advocated for dialogue and understanding between cultures and sought to create a rational basis for religious faith.

Llull's approach to knowledge and his belief in the power of reason were ahead of his time and influenced later thinkers, particularly in the Renaissance period. Despite facing some opposition during his lifetime, his ideas left a lasting impact on the fields of philosophy and theology. Today, Ramón Llull is considered an important figure in the history of medieval thought and is recognized for his efforts in promoting interfaith dialogue and intellectual exploration.

Horacio de Eguia: He was born in Guernica on April 15, 1914, and passed away in Palma de Mallorca on January 15, 1991. He was a sculptor born in the Basque Country and settled in Mallorca. He was the youngest of three brothers and one sister, born to a local police officer. At a young age, he attended public school where he displayed great talent for drawing and modeling, impressing his teacher who provided support to convince his father to allow him to learn in a workshop. There, he earned his first salary of three pesetas.

An admirer of Enrique Amurrio, a professor of Fine Arts and sculptor, Horacio would gaze in awe at the master's creations in his workshop. He studied at the School of Fine Arts and later continued his training with José Olavaria in the city of Bilbao.

Horacio de Eguia is the author of numerous works that can be seen in streets, squares, and churches in various towns and cities.