Carl Olof Rosenius

Carl Olof Rosenius is a well-known name among Christians in Scandinavia. He was born on February 3, 1816 in the parish of Nysätra within the province of Västerbotten, Sweden. His father was a faithful clergyman. Carl Olof became one of the leaders of the great revival during the nineteenth century. Evangeliska Fosterlands-Stiftelsen was founded in 1856, which derived from him, its mission to publish and distribute Bibles and literature. In spite of his brief life—only 52 years—he managed to accomplish much. Besides preaching and individual counsel, he was an author and an editor of the magazine: Pietisten (The Pietist),...