Eivind Berggrav: Biography, Facts and Career
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Eivind Josef Berggrav (25 October 1884 – 14 January 1959) was a Norwegian Lutheran bishop. As primate of the Church of Norway (Norwegian: Preses i Bispemøtet i Den norske kirke), Berggrav became known for his central role in the Church of Norway's resistance against the Nazi occupation of Norway during World War II. Berggrav also became an important figure in 20th-century ecumenical movement and served as president of the United Bible Societies.
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- Full name: Eivind Berggrav
- Born: 1884-10-25
- Nationality: Norway
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q255085
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Eivind Berggrav was born on 1884-10-25.
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