John of Montecorvino
Diplomat of the Holy See
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Summary
John of Montecorvino was born on 1246[1] in Montecorvino Rovella[2]. He died on 1328[3] in Beijing[4]. He worked as a diplomat[5], missionary[6], and Catholic priest[7]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (867 views/month, #7,239 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: January 1, 1247[9]
- Position held: Catholic archbishop[10]
- Religion or worldview: Catholic Church[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Religious order: Order of Friars Minor[13]
- Given name: Giovanni[14]
- Described by source: Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[15], The Catholic Encyclopedia[16]
- Name in native language: Giovanni da Montecorvino[17]
- Consecrator: Gerardo Albuini[18], Pellegrino da Città di Castello[19], Andrew of Perugia[20]
- P14611: 64162[21]
Why It Matters
John of Montecorvino has Wikipedia articles in 17 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[22] He is known by 31 alternative names across languages and contexts.[23]
FAQs
Where was John of Montecorvino born?
John of Montecorvino was born in Montecorvino Rovella[2].
Where did John of Montecorvino die?
John of Montecorvino passed away in Beijing[4].
What did John of Montecorvino do for work?
John of Montecorvino worked as a diplomat[5], missionary[6], and Catholic priest[7].