Juan José Eguiara y Eguren
Mexican bishop and Catholic scholar
Born
1696
329 years ago
Died
January 29th, 1763
262 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Mexico
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Served as a bishop in Mexico during the 18th century. Contributed significantly to Catholic education and theology. Authored works on doctrinal matters and ecclesiastical history. Promoted the establishment of schools and seminaries that advanced clerical education in New Spain. Played a crucial role in the Mexican Catholic Church.
Authored significant theological texts
Promoted clerical education in New Spain
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