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Skjalm Vognsen

d. 1215

Danish bishop (died 1215)

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About Skjalm Vognsen

Skjalm Vognsen was a Danish.

Skjalm Vognsen (died 1215) was the bishop of the Diocese of Aarhus from 1204 until his death in 1215. He was the brother of his predecessor Peder Vognsen.

Skjalm Vognsen was first a canon at Lund Cathedral under Bishop Absalon until he became archdeacon in Aarhus Cathedral under his brother. In 1204, Peder Vognsen died and Skjalm succeeded him as bishop. Through large gifts of land he secured Aarhus Cathedral greater revenue and expanded it with more prebends. With support from Pope Innocent III and king Valdemar Sejr he continued the construction of Aarhus Cathedral although it was not finished within his lifetime. Skjalm Vognsen died in 1215 and was buried next to Absalon in Sorø Convent Church.

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Important facts

Died
1215
Nationality
Positions held
Diocesan bishop

Frequently asked questions

Who was Skjalm Vognsen?

Danish bishop (died 1215)

When did Skjalm Vognsen die?

Skjalm Vognsen died in 1215.

What nationality was Skjalm Vognsen?

Skjalm Vognsen was Danish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Skjalm Vognsen

· Wikidata: Q12335706

· DBpedia: Skjalm Vognsen

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