Gregory of Narek
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Summary
Gregory of Narek was born on 951[1] in Yemişlik[2]. He died on January 1, 1003[3], in Narekavank[4]. He worked as a poet[5], philosopher[6], musician[7], and theologian[8]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,661 views/month, #7,240 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Father: Khosrov of Andzev[10]
- Sex or gender: male[11]
- Genre: narrative poetry[12]
- Commons category: Grigor Narekatsi[13]
- Canonization status: saint[14]
- Honorific prefix: Doctor of the Church[15]
- Given name: Krikor[16]
- Feast day: February 27[17]
- Relative: Anania Narekatsʻi[18]
- Student of: Anania Narekatsʻi[19]
- Described by source: Great Soviet Encyclopedia (1969–1978)[20], Armenian Soviet Encyclopedia, vol. 3[21], Armenian Concise Encyclopedia[22], Dictionnaire de la Bible[23]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Armenian[24], Classical Armenian[25]
- Name in native language: Գրիգոր Նարեկացի[26]
- Start of work period: 970[27]
- End of work period: 1003[28]
Body
Works and Contributions
Things named for Gregory of Narek include Nicosia Armenian school[29], a school[30], in Cyprus[31].
Why It Matters
Gregory of Narek has Wikipedia articles in 19 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[32] He is known by 44 alternative names across languages and contexts.[33]
Entities named for him include Nicosia Armenian school[29], a school[30], in Cyprus[31].
FAQs
Where was Gregory of Narek born?
Gregory of Narek's place of birth was Yemişlik[2].
Where did Gregory of Narek die?
Gregory of Narek passed away in Narekavank[4].
Who were Gregory of Narek's parents?
Gregory of Narek's father was Khosrov of Andzev[10].
What did Gregory of Narek do for work?
Gregory of Narek worked as a poet[5], philosopher[6], musician[7], and theologian[8].