Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Joseph the Hymnographer

Role / Field:

Byzantine hymnographer and poet, celebrated for liturgical hymns of the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Born:

816

Died:

886-04-03

Century / Era:

816s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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