Natanael Beskow
Swedish theologian (1865–1953) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Fredrik Natanael Beskow (9 March 1865 – 8 October 1953) was a Swedish theologian and school headmaster. He was also active as a preacher, writer, artist, pacifist and social activist. Beskow published a number of collections of sermons. He also made substantial contributions as a hymn writer.[1]
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Natanael Beskow | |
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Born | Fredrik Natanael Beskow (1865-03-09)9 March 1865 Hallingeberg, Småland |
Died | 8 October 1953(1953-10-08) (aged 88) |
Nationality | Swedish |
Occupation(s) | Theologian, School headmaster |
Known for | writing hymns |
Spouse | Elsa Beskow (m. 1897) |
Children | 6 |
Relatives | Elisabeth Beskow (cousin) |
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