Jacques Bénigne Bossuet

Jacques Bénigne Bossuet (1627–1704) was a French historian, writer and literary critic.

Also recorded as Jacques-Benigne Bossuet; Eagle of Meaux.

Overview

Born at Dijon in 1627, died at Paris in 1704.

In detail

Jacques Bénigne Bossuet studied at University of Paris, Moeritherium and Collège des Godrans. the recorded working language is French.

Augustine of Hippo is recorded as an influence.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Paris. Positions recorded include bishop of Condom and diocesan bishop. Membership is recorded of Académie Française.

Work by Jacques Bénigne Bossuet is recorded in the collections of Anne Frank House.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Jacques-Bénigne Bossuet”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q294100: Jacques Bénigne Bossuet

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