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Péter Bornemisza

Hungarian Protestant writer, preacher, and printer (1535-1584) · Writers · Died at 49

Péter Bornemisza was a Hungarian Lutheran bishop of noble birth. His father was killed by the Turks around the time he was six years old. A scholar from England, at the University of Cracow, first interested him in Protestantism and later Philipp Melanchthon had a strong impact on him.

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He later preached and printed Protestant works in his native land. In addition to religious work he proved to be a significant playwright of works such as Magyar Elektra.

Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1535 to 1584 · aged 49