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saint olaf

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  1. Olaf II, Olav II, Saint Olaf, Saint Olav, St. Olaf, St. Olavnoun

    King and patron saint of Norway (995-1030)

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  1. saint olaf

    Olaf II Haraldsson (c. 995 – 29 July 1030), later known as Saint Olaf (and traditionally as St. Olave), was King of Norway from 1015 to 1028. Son of Harald Grenske, a petty king in Vestfold, Norway, he was posthumously given the title Rex Perpetuus Norvegiae (English: Eternal/Perpetual King of Norway) and canonised at Nidaros (Trondheim) by Bishop Grimkell, one year after his death in the Battle of Stiklestad on 29 July 1030. His remains were enshrined in Nidaros Cathedral, built over his burial site. His sainthood encouraged the widespread adoption of Christianity by Scandinavia's Vikings/Norsemen. Pope Alexander III confirmed Olaf's local canonisation in 1164, making him a recognised saint of the Catholic Church and started to be known as Rex Perpetuus Norvegiae – eternal king of Norway. Following the Reformation he was a commemorated historical figure among some members of the Lutheran and Anglican Communions.The saga of Olav Haraldsson and the legend of Olaf the Saint became central to a national identity. Especially during the period of romantic nationalism, Olaf was a symbol of Norwegian independence and pride. Saint Olaf is symbolised by the axe in Norway's coat of arms and Olsok (29 July) is still his day of celebration. Many Christian institutions with Scandinavian links as well as Norway's Order of St. Olav are named after him.

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    Saint Olaf, also known as Olaf II Haraldsson, was King of Norway from 1015 to 1028. He was a significant figure in the conversion to Christianity of the Norse monarchies during the 11th century. Saint Olaf was killed in the Battle of Stiklestad in 1030, and he was later canonized and considered a martyr by the Church. His feast day is July 29. He is also the patron saint of Norway.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of saint olaf in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of saint olaf in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

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