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Who was Joseph of Anchieta?

  • A French sculptor

  • A Canarian Jesuit missionary to Brazil

  • An English botanist

  • A Russian physicist

Answer

Joseph of Anchieta (1534–1597) was a Canarian Jesuit missionary to Brazil, who is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church. He is best known for his role in the early Christianization of Brazil, and for his contributions to the development of the Portuguese language in Brazil.
From Spain to São Paulo: The Inspiring Journey of Joseph of Anchieta

From Spain to São Paulo: The Inspiring Journey of Joseph of Anchieta

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