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Magnús Gissurarson

1200 – 1237

Roman Catholic bishop

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About Magnús Gissurarson

Lived 1200 – 1237. Magnús Gissurarson was an Icelandic catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Magnús Gissurarson (; ; ) was an Icelandic Roman Catholic clergyman, who became the eighth bishop of Iceland from 1216 to 1237. He served in the diocese of Skálholt.

Magnús Gissurarson was married and had two sons.

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Important facts

Born
1200
Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Skálholt
Also known as
Magnus Gissurarson

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Magnús Gissurarson's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Magnús Gissurarson?

Roman Catholic bishop

When was Magnús Gissurarson born?

Magnús Gissurarson was born in 1200.

When did Magnús Gissurarson die?

Magnús Gissurarson died on 14 August 1237.

What was Magnús Gissurarson's occupation?

Magnús Gissurarson was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was Magnús Gissurarson?

Magnús Gissurarson was Icelandic.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Magnús Gissurarson

· Wikidata: Q471901

· DBpedia: Magnús Gissurarson

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