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Jan Grot

1250 – 1347

Former bishop of Krakow

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About Jan Grot

Lived 1250 – 1347 (aged 96–97). Jan Grot was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Jan Grot (Grotowic) was bishop of Kraków from 1326 to 1347. Initially, he was a fierce opponent of King Casimir the Great, whom he excommunicated in 1334. However, they reconciled in 1343.

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Important facts

Born
1250
Birth century
Positions held
Bishop of Krakow

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Jan Grot's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Jan Grot?

former bishop of Krakow

When was Jan Grot born?

Jan Grot was born in 1250.

When did Jan Grot die?

Jan Grot died on 5 August 1347.

What was Jan Grot's occupation?

Jan Grot was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jan Grot

· Wikidata: Q11717598

· DBpedia: Jan Grot

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