Jesper Swedberg
Jesper Swedberg (28 August 1653 (O.S)–26 July 1735 (N.S)) was a bishop of Skara, Sweden. He was one of Sweden's most notable churchmen. He published the first edition ever of a Swedish book of hymns in 1694, and was the father of scientist and mystic Emanuel Swedenborg.
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Jesper Swedberg. Engraving from 1700 by Hans Thelott. | |
| Church | Church of Sweden |
| Diocese | Diocese of Skara |
| Installed | 1702 |
| Term ended | 1735 |
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| Ordination | 1675 |
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| Born | 28 August 1653 Falun, Sweden |
| Died | 26 July 1735 (aged 81) Skara, Sweden |
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