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Jacobus de Voragine

Jacobus de Voragine was a translator, catholic priest, theologian, chronicler, archbishop and catholic bishop (1228–1298). He was born at Varazze and died at Genoa.

Also recorded as Iacobus de Voragine; Jakub z Voragine; Giacomo da Varagine; Jaume de Voragine; Giacomo Varagio; Jacques de Voragine.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Jacopo de Fazio.

Born at Varazze in 1228, died at Genoa in 1298.

In detail

the recorded working language is medieval Latin, medieval Italian and Latin.

The field of work recorded is theology and literary activity.

Positions recorded include archbishop of Genoa.

Works named in the authority record are Golden Legend, Chronica de civitate Ianuae and Sermons.

Chronology

  1. 1228Jacobus de Voragine born at Varazze.
  2. 1298Jacobus de Voragine died at Genoa.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Jacobus de Voragine”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q313460: Jacobus de Voragine

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