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Isidore of Seville

Hispano-Roman scholar, theologian and bishop (c. 560–636)

Isidore of Seville was born in 560 in Cartagena and died on April 7, 636.

Born

in 560

Died: April 7, 636

Source:

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Birthplace
Cartagena
Professions
polymath, historian, Catholic bishop, Catholic priest, writer, archbishop, musicologist, scholar, music theorist, philosopher
Citizenship
Kingdom of Toledo

More about Isidore of Seville

Family

Sibling
Florentina
Sibling
Fulgentius of Cartagena
Sibling
Leander of Seville

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Questions people ask

Where was Isidore of Seville born?

Isidore of Seville was born in Cartagena.

When did Isidore of Seville die?

Isidore of Seville died on April 7, 636.