Thomas Kingo

Danish bishop and poet

Thomas Kingo - Danish bishop and poet
Born

1634
391 years ago

Died

October 14th, 1703
322 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Denmark

Links & References

Served as a bishop in the Church of Denmark and was a prominent poet during the Baroque period. Contributed significantly to the development of Danish church music and poetry through hymn writing. His body of work often reflected religious themes and played a role in the liturgical practices of the time. Wrote a collection of hymns that became integral to Danish worship, helping to shape the spiritual landscape of the era.

Wrote influential hymns in Danish literature

Served as the Bishop of Funen

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