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Source: Wikidata population candidate Q312758 · wikidata
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Jean-Baptiste de La Salle
1651-04-30 – 1719-04-07
Life & Legacy
Jean-Baptiste de La Salle (pronounced [ʒɑ̃ batist də la sal]; English: John Baptist de La Salle ; 30 April 1651 – 7 April 1719) was a French priest, educational reformer, and founder of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. He is a saint of the Catholic Church and the patron saint for teachers of youth.
La Salle dedicated much of his life to the education of poor children in France; in doing so, he started many lasting educational practices.
Occupation & Career
theologian, Catholic priest, teacher, pedagogue, founder of Catholic religious community
Faith & Community
Catholicism
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- Wikidata population candidate Q312758 — wikidata View source
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