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Brynjólfur Sveinsson

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Brynjólfur Sveinsson served as the Lutheran Bishop of the see of Skálholt in Iceland. His main influence has been on modern knowledge of Old Norse literature. Brynjólfur is also known for his support of the career of the Icelandic poet and hymn writer Hallgrímur Pétursson. Brynjólfur Sveinsson is currently pictured on the 1,000 Icelandic króna banknote.

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Occupation: writer, Lutheran pastor, bishop
Position held: Lutheran bishop of Skálholt
Citizenship: Iceland
Born: September 14, 1605
Died: 1675