Jan Dymitr Solikowski
Polish archbishop and religious leader
Born
1539
486 years ago
Died
June 27th, 1603
422 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Poland
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An influential figure in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, served as an archbishop and was prominent in church governance. Contributed to the development of Catholic education and was active in the Counter-Reformation efforts within the region. Actively participated in synods that shaped church policy and addressed various theological issues.
Served as the Archbishop of Lviv
Played a key role in the Catholic Church's consolidation in Poland
Participated in the synods that discussed reform within the church
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