Konstantinas Sirvydas

Lithuanian priest and lexicographer

Konstantinas Sirvydas - Thinkers & Philosophers born 1579
Born

1579
446 years ago

Died
Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Lithuania

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A Lithuanian priest and academic, contributed significantly to the lexicography of the Lithuanian language. Authored the first Lithuanian dictionary, which laid the foundation for future Lithuanian language studies. Worked in the early 17th century to promote literacy and education in Lithuania.

Authored the first Lithuanian dictionary

Promoted literacy and education in Lithuania

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