Henrik Gerner (bishop)

Bishop Henrik Gerner (9 December 1629 – 14 May 1700) was a Dane who studied theology and travelled extensively in England. From 1656, at the age of 27, he became the parish priest for Birkerød (north of Copenhagen) and in 1693 until his death, he was appointed bishop of Viborg.

For the Danish naval officer (1742–1787), see Henrik Gerner.
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