Jacques-Bénigne Lignel Bossuet was a French bishop and theologian. Renowned for his sermons, addresses and literary works, he is considered one of the most brilliant orators of all time and a master stylist of the French language. Wikipedia
Born: September 27, 1627, Dijon, France
Died: April 12, 1704 (age 76 years), Paris, France
Parents: Marguerite Mouchet and Beneigne Bossuet
Church: Roman Catholic Church