Stefan I of Bulgaria
Bulgarian priest
About Stefan I of Bulgaria
Lived 1878 – 1957 (aged 78). Stefan I of Bulgaria was a Bulgarian eastern Orthodox priest, orthodox theologian and metropolitan.
Stefan I was a Bulgarian prelate. He was elected Metropolitan of Sofia in 1922 and, from 1945, also served as Exarch of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. He actively contributed to the rescue of the Bulgarian Jews in World War II. He was awarded the Order of the White Eagle and other decorations.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Stefan I of Bulgaria?
Bulgarian priest (1878-1957)
When was Stefan I of Bulgaria born?
Stefan I of Bulgaria was born on 7 September 1878 in Shiroka laka.
When did Stefan I of Bulgaria die?
Stefan I of Bulgaria died on 14 May 1957 in Banya.
What was Stefan I of Bulgaria's occupation?
Stefan I of Bulgaria was an eastern Orthodox priest, orthodox theologian and metropolitan.
What nationality was Stefan I of Bulgaria?
Stefan I of Bulgaria was Bulgarian.
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