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
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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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