Luís Fróis
Portuguese missionary (1532–1597)
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Summary
Luís Fróis was born on 1532[1] in Lisbon[2]. He died on July 8, 1597[3], in Nagasaki[4]. He worked as a missionary[5], writer[6], theologian[7], and Catholic theologian[8]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (3,544 views/month, #7,210 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Kingdom of Portugal[10]
- Field of work: theology[11], history[12], missionary work[13]
- Notable work: Historia de Iapam[14]
- Religion or worldview: Catholicism[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Commons category: Luís Fróis[17]
- Religious order: Society of Jesus[18]
- Family name: Fróis[19]
- Given name: Luis[20]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Portuguese[21]
- Commons Creator page: Luís Fróis[22]
- Name in native language: Luís Fróis[23]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[24]
Why It Matters
Luís Fróis has Wikipedia articles in 16 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 34 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
Where was Luís Fróis born?
Luís Fróis was born in Lisbon[2].
Where did Luís Fróis die?
Luís Fróis passed away in Nagasaki[4].
What did Luís Fróis do for work?
Luís Fróis worked as a missionary[5], writer[6], theologian[7], and Catholic theologian[8].