Primož Trubar

Protestant Reformer and Translator

Primož Trubar - Protestant Reformer and Translator
Born

June 8th, 1508
516 years ago

Died

June 28th, 1586
438 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Slovenia

Links & References

A Slovenian Protestant reformer, played a crucial role in the development of the Slovene written language. As a priest and theologian, translated important religious texts into Slovene, including the first complete translation of the Bible into a Slavic language. Founded the Protestant movement in Slovenia and established the first Slovene-language school in 1550. His efforts contributed to the spread of Lutheranism in the region and the promotion of literacy among Slovene speakers.

Translated the Bible into Slovene

Established the first Slovene-language school

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