Bridget of Sweden: Biography, Facts and Career
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Bridget of Sweden, OSsS (c. 1304 – 23 July 1373), also known as Birgitta Birgersdotter and Birgitta of Vadstena (Swedish: heliga Birgitta), was a Swedish Catholic mystic and the founder of the Bridgettines. Outside Sweden, she was also known as the Princess of Nericia and was the mother of Catherine of Vadstena. Bridget is one of the six patron saints of Europe, together with Benedict of Nursia, Cyril and Methodius, Catherine of Siena and Teresa Benedicta of the Cross.
Quick facts about Bridget of Sweden
- Full name: Bridget of Sweden
- Born: 1303-01-01
- Nationality: Sweden
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q204996
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Who is Bridget of Sweden?
Bridget of Sweden, OSsS (c. 1304 – 23 July 1373), also known as Birgitta Birgersdotter and Birgitta of Vadstena (Swedish: heliga Birgitta), was a Swedish Catholic mystic and the founder of the Bridgettines.
What nationality is Bridget of Sweden?
Bridget of Sweden is Sweden.
When was Bridget of Sweden born?
Bridget of Sweden was born on 1303-01-01.
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