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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Eric_IX_of_SwedenEric IX of Sweden - Wikipedia

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   Eric IX [a] ( Swedish: Erik Jedvardsson; Erik den helige; Sankt Erik; d. 18 May 1160 ), also called Eric the Holy, Saint Eric, and Eric the Lawgiver, [1] was a Swedish king in the 12th century, c. 1156–1160. The Roman Martyrology of the Catholic Church names him as a saint memorialized on 18 May. [2] He was the founder of the House of Eric ...

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3. www.catholic.org › saints › saintSt. Eric IX of Sweden - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online

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   Facts. Eric IX of Sweden King of Sweden from 1150, Eric did much to aid Christianity in his realm and was responsible for codifying the laws of his kingdom, which became known as King Eric's Law (also the code of Uppland). He led a victorious expedition against the marauding Finns and persuaded English bishop Henry of Uppsala to remain in ...

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   Eric IX, King of Sweden died on 18 May 1159; Murdered. Family Christina of Denmark, Queen of Sweden Children Canute (Knut) I, King of Sweden+ d. 8 Apr 1196 Margareta Eriksdotter of Sweden+2 d. 1209 Citations [S1882] Unknown author, Royal Highness, Ancestry of the Royal Child, by Moncreiffe, p. 113.

   • Location: Skara, Västergötland
   • Spouse: Queen Kristina Björnsdotter of Sweden

   • Place Of Birth: Västergötland
   • Birthdate: after 1120

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   Who is Eric IX of Sweden?

   • Eric IX of Sweden is identified in later Swedish legends as the son of Jatvard or Eric Jedvardsson. According to records of the 14th century, Eric IX’s mother was Cecilia, a daughter of king Blot-Sweyn, but we know little more than the names. Jatvard is not a Swedish name, and Eric’s parentage may have included English blood.

   Eric IX of Sweden: Why was the Beloved King Hacked to Pieces?

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   When did Eric IX die?

   • Eric IX, King of Sweden died on 18 May 1159; Murdered. Family Christina of Denmark, Queen of Sweden Children Canute (Knut) I, King of Sweden+ d. 8 Apr 1196 Margareta Eriksdotter of Sweden+2 d. 1209 Citations [S1882] Unknown author, Royal Highness, Ancestry of the Royal Child, by Moncreiffe, p. 113.

   Eric IX Jedvardsson "Saint Erik" King of Sweden - Geni.com

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   Who did Eric IX marry?

   • Eric IX, King of Sweden married Christina of Denmark, Queen of Sweden, daughter of Bjorn, Prince of Denmark and Catherine, Princess of Sweden. Eric IX, King of Sweden died on 18 May 1159; Murdered.

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   Who is Eric IX?

   • Eric IX [a] ( Swedish: Erik Jedvardsson; Erik den helige; Sankt Erik; d. 18 May 1160 ), also called Eric the Holy, Saint Eric, and Eric the Lawgiver, was a Swedish king in the 12th century, c. 1156–1160. The Roman Martyrology of the Catholic Church names him as a saint memorialized on 18 May.

   Eric IX of Sweden - Wikipedia

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6. www.catholic.org › saints › saintSt. Eric IX of Sweden - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online

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   Death: 1160. Author and Publisher - Catholic Online. Printable Catholic Saints PDFs. Shop St. Eric IX of Sweden. Martyred king of Sweden, the author of the Code of Uppland or King Eric's Law. A devout Christian, Eric spread the faith through out the nation after his crowning in 1150. He campaigned against the pagan Finns and persuaded Bishop ...

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   Sep 6, 2022 · 1. Pious, just and noble, Eric IX of Sweden is often put forward as the model for ideal kingship. Yet the reign of this 12th century king was short-lived, and he died a violent death. However, the impact he left on medieval Sweden was unlike any other. Ruling Sweden from 1155 to 1160, when his death cut his rule short, the Holy King of Sweden ...

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8. thevikingherald.com › article › untangling-the-mythUntangling the myth of Eric IX: Sweden's crusader king

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   Apr 14, 2024 · Eric IX is remembered as one of Sweden's most brilliant rulers of the medieval period. Finding his kingdom, which encompassed most, though not all, of the borders of modern-day Sweden, in legal disarray, he is credited with codifying and streamlining ancient laws. He was also said to be a just ruler, supporting the oppressed and expelling ...

9. www.saintforaminute.com › saints › saint_eric_of_swedenSaint Eric of Sweden - Catholic Saint | Saint for a Minute ...

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   Saint Eric of Sweden, also known as Henry of Sweden, Eric The Lawgiver, Eric IX, and Erico IX, was born in the 12th century in Sweden. He ascended to the throne as King of Sweden and became a prominent figure in the country's history. Known for his defense of Sweden against Finnish invasions, he upheld the honor and integrity of his nation throughout his reign. One of Saint Eric's most ...