Eivind Berggrav

Norwegian bishop and translator of Bible

Eivind Berggrav - Norwegian bishop and translator of Bible
Born

1884
141 years ago

Died

January 14th, 1959
66 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Norway

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Served as a bishop in the Church of Norway, advocating for social justice and human rights. Contributed significantly to the field of biblical translation, bringing new interpretations to the Scriptures. Engaged in theological debates and emphasized the importance of faith in addressing contemporary societal issues. Played a role in the ecumenical movement, fostering unity among various Christian denominations. His tenure included participation in various church councils and international discussions.

Served as bishop of Oslo from 1945 to 1959

Translated sections of the Bible into Norwegian

Promoted ecumenical dialogue among churches

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