Saint Olaf (c. 995 – 29 July 1030), also called Olaf the Holy, Olaf II, Olaf Haraldsson, and Olaf the Stout, [1] was King of Norway from 1015 to 1028.

King of Norway and a martyr, also called Olaf Haraldsson. The son of King Harald Grenske of Norway, he spent most of his youth as a Norse raider until 1010 when he was baptized at Rouen. In 1013, he journeyed to England and offered his services to …

Olaf was the son of Harold Grenske, a lord in Norway. Olaf Haraldsson, often called 'the Fat', spent his youth as a pirate. He was baptized in Rouen, and in 1013, went to England to aid King Ethelred against the Danes. He returned to Norway in 1015, captured most of Norway back from the Danes and ...

Sep 11, 2024 · Saint Olav, also known as Olaf II Haraldsson, holds a central place in Norwegian history, culture, and religious life. Let’s dive into the fascinating story. As the eternal king of Norway and its patron saint, Olav's legacy transcends centuries, symbolising the intersection of Viking heritage, Christianisation, and the unification of Norway.

Olaf II Haraldsson (born c. 995—died July 29, 1030, Stiklestad, Norway; feast day July 29) was the first effective king of all Norway and the country’s patron saint, who achieved a 12-year respite from Danish domination and extensively increased the acceptance of Christianity.

Jul 28, 2024 · Here are nine things to know about Saint Olaf: 1) Saint Olaf was born in 995, the son of a petty king in Eastern Norway. 2) He spent his teenage years as a Viking, taking part in raids against the English, before being baptized in Normandy in 1014.

Oct 24, 2012 · The holy, glorious, right-victorious martyr and right-believing King Olaf II of Norway (sometimes spelled Olav) is also known as Olaf Haraldson and was a son of Earl Harald Grenske of Norway. During his lifetime he was also called Olaf the Fat. He was born in 995 A.D., and ruled Norway from 1015 to 1028, when he was exiled.

On 29 July, 1164, Pope Alexander III canonized Olaf II as a saint, recognizing his commitment to Christianity and his sacrifices for the faith. Saint Olaf II is venerated as a patron saint of carvers, difficult marriages, kings, and Norway.

Apr 25, 2022 · Olaf II Haraldson (also traditionally named Saint Olaf / Olave) was traditionally seen as the leading figure in the Christianization of Norway, posthumously crowned Rex Perpetuus Norvegiaee (Eternal King of Norway).

Nov 21, 2008 · Uncover the forgotten history of the pagan Vikings and the rise of Christian Scandinavia. Discover the legacy of Saint Olaf and his impact on Europe.