Eysteinn Erlendsson (Modern Norwegian Øystein Erlendsson , Latin Augustinus Nidrosiensis ) (died 26 January 1188) was Archbishop of Nidaros from 1161 to his death in 1188.
13-497: Erlendsson is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: Eysteinn Erlendsson (died 1188), Archbishop of Nidaros from 1161 to his death Haukr Erlendsson (died 1334), the writer of the Hauksbók Magnus Erlendsson, Earl of Orkney , the first Earl of Orkney to bear that name, ruled from 1108 to c. 1115 [REDACTED] Surname list This page lists people with
26-532: A son, Magnus Erlingsson , who was deemed to be a legitimate claimant to the throne, which was left vacant with the death of King Haakon II . Archbishop Erlendsson agreed to terms under which Magnus inherited the Norwegian throne, in exchange for greater power afforded to the Church . Magnus was crowned king in 1163 at the age of eight and the succession law was enacted simultaneously. As king, Magnus had to promise to obey
39-450: Is different from Wikidata All set index articles Eysteinn Erlendsson His family came from Trøndelag , and he was related to most of the local nobility. His birth date and place of birth is not recorded. Eysteinn was probably born sometime between 1120 and 1130 on the farm or Råsvoll north of Trondheim in Verdal , Nord-Trøndelag . His father was known as Erlend Himalde. He
52-670: Is recognised as a Saint by the Catholic Church and is commemorated in the most recent edition of the Roman Martyrology under the date of 27 January. The Martyrology entry (elogium) reads "At Nidros in Norway, Saint Augustine (Eystein) Erlandssön, bishop, who defended the Church committed to his care against princes and built it up with the greatest determination." Like most of the thousands of recognised Catholic Saints, he does not appear in
65-667: The General Roman Calendar but is celebrated in local calendars. Norwegian Law of Succession The Norwegian Law of Succession ( Tronfølgeloven av 1163 ) was first introduced in 1163 during the Civil war era in Norway . The Succession law was an accord between Erling Skakke and Øystein Erlendsson, Archbishop of Nidaros . Erling Skakke was married to Kristin Sigurdsdatter , the daughter of King Sigurd Jorsalfar . They had
78-540: The Pope , while Church law was recognized on an equal level with secular laws. Erling took the title of earl and held the real power, since Magnus was a minor. According to the Succession law, there should be only one king, with primogeniture as a rule. If the oldest son was not fit to be king, a council of sixty representatives should select another of the legitimate royal sons. After this they could choose between another of
91-417: The surname Erlendsson . If an internal link intending to refer to a specific person led you to this page, you may wish to change that link by adding the person's given name (s) to the link. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Erlendsson&oldid=1007756918 " Category : Surnames Hidden categories: Articles with short description Short description
104-451: The Norwegian kingdom on a more European model. Especially it wanted an end to the tradition of having several co-kings, which in the past had often led to war and unrest. In addition Bishop Eysteinn wanted only legitimate sons to be eligible. By sponsoring Magnus Erlingsson, both these goals would be achieved. In 1163 the new law of succession ( agnatisk suksesjon ) was introduced. In return, Bishop Eysteinn crowned Magnus King of Norway. This
117-540: The new archbishop. Eysteinn then travelled to Rome , where his appointment was confirmed by Pope Alexander III in 1161. He returned to Norway in 1161 and attempted to strengthen the ties between Rome and the Norwegian Church. He established the communities of Augustinian canons regular and consecrated Saint Thorlak . King Inge's reign fell within the start of the period known as the civil war era in Norway . Before Eysteinn could return to his seat, King Inge
130-476: The royal heirs. If the king had no suitable heir, the council could choose whoever they thought would better "guard God's right and the laws of the land". If the representatives could not agree, the bishops of the Church should decide the election. The Law of Succession was then amended in 1302 which gave women the right to inherit the throne and stated that the throne was first to pass to Duchess Ingeborg's line, and after that, to Princess Agnes's line in ensure that
143-553: Was killed by his nephew, Håkon Herdebrei . King Inge's supporters had rallied under the leadership of Erling Skakke with his son Magnus as candidate for king. Erling Skakke was married to Kristin , daughter of King Sigurd Jorsalfar . This was the first time the throne had passed to someone who was not a king's son. Håkon Herdebrei was defeated and slain in 1162; however, the possibility remained that another claimant would appear. In this situation, Bishop Eysteinn and Erling became natural allies. The Church had long wished to reform
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#1732851075425156-456: Was the first time such a ceremony had taken place in Norway. Eysteinn is thought to have written Passio Olavi , a hagiographical work written in the Latin language . This is about the history and work of St. Olaf II of Norway , with particular emphasis on his missionary work. The title is an abbreviation for Passio Et Miracula Beati Olaui , meaning Holy Olav's sufferings and miracles. Eysteinn
169-467: Was the grandson of Tørberg Arnesson (d. ca. 1050), who served as an advisor to several Norwegian kings and the great-grandson of Ulv Uspaksson (died 1066), who was a councilman under King Harald Hardrada . He was educated at Saint-Victor , in Paris . As a priest he served as steward to King Inge Krokrygg of Norway . When Archbishop Jon Birgersson died 24 February 1157, King Inge appointed Eysteinn as
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