Brynjólfur Sveinsson
Icelandic bishop
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Summary
Brynjólfur Sveinsson was born on September 14, 1605[1], in Önundarfjörður[2]. He died on January 1, 1675[3], in Skálholt[4]. He worked as a writer[5], Lutheran pastor[6], and bishop[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (147 views/month, #7,297 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Date of death: August 5, 1675[9]
- Country of citizenship: Iceland[10]
- Position held: Q141449791[11]
- Educated at: University of Copenhagen[12]
- Religion or worldview: Lutheranism[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: Brynjólfur Sveinsson[15]
- Family name: Sveinsson[16]
- Given name: Brynjólfur[17]
- Work location: Iceland[18]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Icelandic[19]
Why It Matters
Brynjólfur Sveinsson has Wikipedia articles in 15 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[20] He is known by 21 alternative names across languages and contexts.[21]
FAQs
Where was Brynjólfur Sveinsson born?
Brynjólfur Sveinsson was born in Önundarfjörður[2].
Where did Brynjólfur Sveinsson die?
Brynjólfur Sveinsson passed away in Skálholt[4].
What did Brynjólfur Sveinsson do for work?
Brynjólfur Sveinsson worked as a writer[5], Lutheran pastor[6], and bishop[7].
Where did Brynjólfur Sveinsson go to school?
Brynjólfur Sveinsson was educated at University of Copenhagen[12].