Jacques Bénigne Bossuet
Also known as Jacques-Benigne Bossuet, Eagle of Meaux
French bishop and theologian (1627-1704)
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Jacques Bénigne Bossuet was a French bishop and theologian who lived from 1627 to 1704 and became one of the most influential religious figures of his era. He is remembered for his powerful sermons and theological writings that shaped Catholic thought during the reign of King Louis XIV.
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- Born
- 1627
- Died
- 1704
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- 577
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- Oraisons funébres ...
- Sermon prononcé à la profession de Madame de la Valiere, duchesse de Vaujour, en presence de la Reine
- Méditations sur la remission des péchéz, pour le temps du jubilé
- Traité de la communion sous les deux especes
- Politique tirée des propres paroles de l'Écriture Sainte ...
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