About Olov Hartman
Lived 1906 – 1982 (aged 75). Olov Hartman was a Swedish writer, hymnwriter and priest.
Olov Hartman (1906–1982) was a Swedish hymnwriter, novelist, and Lutheran theologian.
Hartman's parents were active with the Salvation Army in Sweden. He became a Lutheran minister, theologian and hymnwriter. He was director of the Sigtuna Foundation, a spiritual retreat center, from 1948 to 1971. He spoke at American colleges including Susquehanna College and California Lutheran College in 1971.
Hartman married Ingrid Olsson; their son Lars Olov Hartman was a professor of religion at Uppsala University. The Crucified Answer (Lenten readings) Earthly Things (1968, essays) Marching Orders (1970, novel) "Counterpoint: A Prophecy Concerning War and Peace" (1971, speech) The Crown of Life (liturgical drama)
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Who was Olov Hartman?
hymnwriter (1906–1982)
When was Olov Hartman born?
Olov Hartman was born on 7 May 1906 in Jakob and Johannes parish.
When did Olov Hartman die?
Olov Hartman died on 28 April 1982 in Sigtuna church parish.
What was Olov Hartman's occupation?
Olov Hartman was a writer, hymnwriter and priest.
What nationality was Olov Hartman?
Olov Hartman was Swedish.
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