Jost von Silenen
Swiss politician, roman-catholic bishop of Grenoble (1435-1498)
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Summary
Jost von Silenen was born on January 1, 1435[1], in Küssnacht[2]. He died on December 1498[3] in France[4]. He worked as a politician[5] and Catholic bishop[6]. He is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Switzerland[8]
- Position held: Roman Catholic Bishop of Grenoble[9], titular bishop[10], Roman Catholic Bishop of Sion[11]
- Educated at: University of Pavia[12]
- Religion or worldview: Catholic Church[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: Jost von Silenen[15]
- Family name: von Silenen[16]
- Given name: Jost[17], Josse[18]
- Work location: Sion[19], Grenoble[20], Beromünster[21]
- Relative: Kaspar von Silenen[22]
- Described by source: Allgemeine Deutsche Biographie[23], Kurze Lebens-Notizen zu der Portrait-Gallerie merkwürdiger Luzerner auf der Bürgerbibliothek in Luzern[24]
FAQs
Where was Jost von Silenen born?
Jost von Silenen's place of birth was Küssnacht[2].
Where did Jost von Silenen die?
Jost von Silenen died in France[4].
What did Jost von Silenen do for work?
Jost von Silenen worked as a politician[5] and Catholic bishop[6].
Where did Jost von Silenen go to school?
Jost von Silenen was educated at University of Pavia[12].