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Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos

1544 – 1608

Portuguese Roman Catholic bishop

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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Lived 1544 – 1608 (aged 64). Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Luís de Figueiredo e Lemos (born 1544 in Porto) was a Portuguese clergyman and bishop for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Funchal. He was ordained in 1586. He was appointed bishop in 1585. He died in 1608.

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Important facts

Born
21 August 1544
Birth century
16th century
Died
26 November 1608
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
Kingdom of Portugal
Education
University of Coimbra
Positions held
Diocesan bishop, Bishop
Also known as
Luís de Figueiredo e Lemos

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos?

Portuguese Roman Catholic bishop (1544-1608)

When was Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos born?

Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos was born on 21 August 1544.

When did Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos die?

Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos died on 26 November 1608.

What was Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos's occupation?

Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos?

Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Portugal.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Luís de Figueiredo de Lemos

· Wikidata: Q10321742

· DBpedia: Luís de Figueiredo e Lemos

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