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John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen

1100 – 1167

Silesian Prince-Bishop

Presbyter
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About John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen

Lived 1100 – 1167. John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen was a Polish presbyter.

Jan Gryfita (first name also spelled Janik or Janisław? - 1167 or 1176) was an archbishop of Gniezno (1149 – c. 1167) and bishop of Wrocław (1146 – 1149). Together with his brother Klemens, he was a co-founder of the Cistercian Abbey of Jędrzejów. He was likely the patron and fundator of the Gniezno Doors.

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Important facts

Born
1100
Birth century
11th century
Died
1167, Gniezno
Occupation
Presbyter
Nationality
Poland
Positions held
Archbishop, Bishop, Roman Catholic Bishop of Wrocław

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen?

Silesian Prince-Bishop

When was John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen born?

John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen was born in 1100.

When did John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen die?

John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen died in 1167 in Gniezno.

What was John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen's occupation?

John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen was a presbyter.

What nationality was John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen?

John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen was Polish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John II, bishop of Breslau, archbishop of Gnesen

· Wikidata: Q1694703

· DBpedia: Janik (archbishop of Gniezno)

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