Lars Levi Læstadius
Swedish Lutheran pastor, botanist and botanical collector (1800-1861)
1800 — 1861
Quick Facts
Profession
Swedish Lutheran pastor, botanist and botanical collector (1800-1861)
Born
January 10, 1800
Died
1861 (age ~61)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
pastor, writer, pteridologist
SwedenBorn in JäkkvikDied in Pajala parish
1800
Born in Jäkkvik (1800-01-10)
1820
EducationStudied at Uppsala University (1820–1825)
1841
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1861
Died in Pajala parish
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Lars Levi Læstadius?+
Lars Levi Læstadius is Swedish Lutheran pastor, botanist and botanical collector (1800-1861). Born in 1800.
What does the name Lars mean?+
The name Lars means "A male given name from Latin occasionally given to Anglophones.. Etymology: From Laurentius in the Middle Ages. Cognate with Laurence.". It is of German origin.
When was Lars Levi Læstadius born?+
Lars Levi Læstadius was born on January 10, 1800.
When did Lars Levi Læstadius die?+
Lars Levi Læstadius died in 1861, at approximately 61 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin occasionally given to Anglophones.. Etymology: From Laurentius in the Middle Ages. Cognate with Laurence.
The name Lars is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin occasionally given to Anglophones.. Etymology: From Laurentius in the Middle Ages. Cognate with Laurence.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Lars — January 10, 1800
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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