Elisabeth of Hesse-Marburg
German landgravine and founder of a nunnery
Born
1466
559 years ago
Died
January 17th, 1523
502 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Germany
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Born into the landgraviate of Hesse, played a significant role in religious life during the Protestant Reformation. Founded the convent of Marburg, which became a center for . Spiritual reform became a hallmark of her life. Elisabeth was also involved in various charitable endeavors, providing assistance to the poor and supporting education for women.
Founded the convent of Marburg
Actively supported women's education
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