Laurentius Petri

Swedish archbishop and reformer

Laurentius Petri - Swedish archbishop and reformer
Born

1499
526 years ago

Died

October 27th, 1573
452 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Sweden

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Served as the first Lutheran Archbishop of Uppsala in Sweden. Played a key role in the Protestant Reformation in Sweden, influencing religious and political structures. Translated the New Testament into Swedish, facilitating access to scripture for the Swedish populace. Contributed to the establishment of the Church of Sweden as a national church, defining its doctrines and practices.

Became the first Lutheran Archbishop of Uppsala

Translated the New Testament into Swedish

Established the Church of Sweden

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