Gilli
Faroese politician
About Gilli
Lived 1000 – 1100. Gilli was a Danish prime Minister of the Faroe Islands and bóndi.
Gilli (also known as Gille) was the first known Lawman (or Lawspeaker) of the Faroe Islands. He served in that capacity beginning around 1000, and continuing until an unknown date. In 1024, Gille, along with other Faroese leaders, were pressed by King Olaf II of Norway to swear an oath to follow King Olaf's laws and pay Norwegian taxes.
Gilli is mentioned several times in the Færeyinga saga.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gilli?
Faroese politician
When was Gilli born?
Gilli was born in 1000 in Faroe Islands.
When did Gilli die?
Gilli died in 1100.
What was Gilli's occupation?
Gilli was a prime Minister of the Faroe Islands and bóndi.
What nationality was Gilli?
Gilli was Danish.
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Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gilli. https://biography.guide/gilli-prime-minister-of-the-faroe-islands/
MLA: "Gilli." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gilli-prime-minister-of-the-faroe-islands/.
Chicago: "Gilli." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gilli-prime-minister-of-the-faroe-islands/.
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