Henric Schartau

Henric Schartau (27 September 1757 Malmö – 3 February 1825) was a Swedish Lutheran pietistic clergyman. His theology influenced a revivalist movement known as Schartauanism that is 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.

External links

* [http://www.ccel.org/ccel/schaff/encyc10/Page_227.html Schartau, Henrik] (Schaff-Herzog Encyclopedia of Religious Knowledge)
* [http://www.lcms.org/ca/www/cyclopedia/02/display.asp?t1=S&word=SCHARTAU.HENRIC Schartau, Henric] (Christian Cyclopedia)