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Jacob Benzelius

1683 – 1747

Swedish archbishop

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About Jacob Benzelius

Lived 1683 – 1747 (aged 64). Jacob Benzelius was a Swedish priest, theologian, university teacher, politician and archbishop.

Jakob Benzelius (25 February 1683 in Uppsala – 29 June 1747) was Archbishop of Uppsala in the Church of Sweden from 1744 to his death.

Biography Jakob Benzelius was the son of Archbishop Erik Benzelius the Elder (1632–1714) and Margaretha Odhelia (1653–1693). He studied at Uppsala University, graduated as filosofie magister (M.A.) in 1703. He became a lecturer of philosophy and theologically at Uppsala. He became church pastor in the parish of Näs in Västergötland followed by several years visiting foreign universities. He was professor of theology at Lund University 1718–1731. He was appointed Doctor of Theology in 1725, Bishop of Gothenburg 1731–1744 and succeeded his elder brother Erik Benzelius the Younger (1675–1743) as Archbishop of Uppsala in 1744. He was succeeded as Archbishop by his younger brother Henric Benzelius (1689–1758).

Jacob Benzelius wrote several influential books on theology. He was married to Catharina Edenberg, daughter of diplomat Mattias Edenberg (1640–1709).

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Uppsala University
Positions held
Archbishop of Uppsala, Member of the Riksdag of the Estates, President of the Clergy Estate
Employers
Lund University
Also known as
Jakob Benzelius

Family & relationships

Parent
Erik Benzelius the elder

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jacob Benzelius?

Swedish archbishop (1683-1747)

When was Jacob Benzelius born?

Jacob Benzelius was born on 25 February 1683 in Uppsala Cathedral Assembly, Uppsala.

When did Jacob Benzelius die?

Jacob Benzelius died on 19 June 1747 in Stockholm.

What was Jacob Benzelius's occupation?

Jacob Benzelius was a priest, theologian, university teacher, politician and archbishop.

What nationality was Jacob Benzelius?

Jacob Benzelius was Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jacob Benzelius

· Wikidata: Q1340357

· DBpedia: Jacob Benzelius

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