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Matteo Ricci
Italian Catholic missionary (1552–1610)
Matteo Ricci was born on October 16, 1552 in Macerata, Italy and died on May 11, 1610, aged 57.
Born
October 16, 1552
Matteo Ricci died aged 57.
Died: May 11, 1610
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.
- Birthplace
- Macerata, Italy
- Professions
- sinologist, translator, Catholic theologian, explorer, mathematician, cartographer, presbyter, missionary
- Citizenship
- Papal States
More about Matteo Ricci
- Zodiac sign
- Libra
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Questions people ask
How old was Matteo Ricci when they died?
Matteo Ricci died aged 57.
When is Matteo Ricci’s birthday?
Matteo Ricci’s recorded birthday is October 16.
Where was Matteo Ricci born?
Matteo Ricci was born in Macerata, Italy.
When did Matteo Ricci die?
Matteo Ricci died on May 11, 1610.