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Juan de Zúñiga Flores

1547 – 1602

Spanish bishop

Catholic priest
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About Juan de Zúñiga Flores

Lived 1547 – 1602 (aged 54–55). Juan de Zúñiga Flores was a Spanish catholic priest.

Juan de Zúñiga Flores (died 20 December 1602) was Bishop of Cartagena from 24 January 1600 until his death, and Grand Inquisitor of Spain from 29 July 1602 until his death.

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Important facts

Born
1547, Madrigal de las Altas Torres
Birth century
16th century
Died
20 December 1602, Madrid
Occupation
Catholic priest
Nationality
Spain
Education
University of Salamanca
Positions held
Grand Inquisitor of Spain, Roman Catholic Bishop of Cartagena

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Juan de Zúñiga Flores?

Spanish bishop

When was Juan de Zúñiga Flores born?

Juan de Zúñiga Flores was born in 1547 in Madrigal de las Altas Torres.

When did Juan de Zúñiga Flores die?

Juan de Zúñiga Flores died on 20 December 1602 in Madrid.

What was Juan de Zúñiga Flores's occupation?

Juan de Zúñiga Flores was a catholic priest.

What nationality was Juan de Zúñiga Flores?

Juan de Zúñiga Flores was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Juan de Zúñiga Flores

· Wikidata: Q4188247

· DBpedia: Juan de Zúñiga Flores

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