Bossuet, Jacques-Bénigne

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Bossuet, Jacques-Bénigne

(born Sept. 25, 1627, Dijon, France—died April 12, 1704, Paris) French bishop. Ordained a priest in 1652, he gained a reputation as a great orator and popular preacher. In 1681 he became bishop of Meaux. He was the most eloquent and influential spokesman for the rights of the French church against papal authority in the 17th century. He is now chiefly remembered for his literary works, including funeral panegyrics.

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