Henric Schartau

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Portait of Schartau in the Church of Stora Råby outside Lund.
Portait of Schartau in the Church of Stora Råby outside Lund.

Henric Schartau (27 September 1757 Malmö3 February 1825) was a Swedish Lutheran pietistic clergyman. His theology influenced a revivalist movement widespread in south and southwest Sweden. In the US it was influential in Western Maine.

Schartau studied to priest at Lund University. He became vicar in the congregation of Stora Råby in southern Sweden. He became renowned for his harsh and strict sermons, which came to influence several young priests.

Some well known Swedish bishops like Bo Giertz have been influenced by the Schartauan teachings.

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