Saint
Eric of Sweden
or Erik IX, King of Sweden:
24th great-grandfather
Defended
his country from Finnish invasions. Codified Swedish law under Gospel
principles. Used his throne to spread the Gospel through his kingdom.
Built the first large church in Sweden. Martyr. Never formally canonized,
his cultus developed almost immediately upon his death. Due to his
zeal in the defense of his country and his |
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