Jacob Canter
priest and writer from Groningen (1469-1529)
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Summary
Jacob Canter was born on February 24, 1469[1], in Groningen[2]. He died on March 31, 1529[3], in Groningen[4]. He worked as a humanist[5]. He is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]
Key Facts
- Father: Johannes Canter[7]
- Country of citizenship: Netherlands[8]
- Educated at: Universitas Studii Coloniensis[9]
- Award received: Poet's Crown[10]
- Religion or worldview: Catholic Church[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Residence: Canterhuis[13]
- Family name: Canter[14]
- Given name: Jacob[15]
- Work location: Emden[16], Antwerp[17], Mainz[18], Český Krumlov Castle[19]
- Described by source: Neue Deutsche Biographie[20], Contemporaries of Erasmus (vol. 1)[21], Biographical Lexicon for East Frisia (online version)[22], Poets Laureate in the Holy Roman Empire: a Bio-bibliographical Handbook[23]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Latin[24]
- Significant person: Erasmus[25]
- Sibling: Ursula Canter[26], Ghebbe Canter[27]
FAQs
Where was Jacob Canter born?
Jacob Canter's place of birth was Groningen[2].
Where did Jacob Canter die?
Jacob Canter died in Groningen[4].
Who were Jacob Canter's parents?
Jacob Canter's father was Johannes Canter[7].
What did Jacob Canter do for work?
Jacob Canter worked as a humanist[5].
Where did Jacob Canter go to school?
Jacob Canter was educated at Universitas Studii Coloniensis[9].
What awards did Jacob Canter receive?
Honors received include Poet's Crown[10].