Daniel Gotthilf Moldenhawer

1753–1823 (age 70)

Biography

Daniel Gotthilf Moldenhawer (1753–1823) served as a devoted priest, offering thoughtful sermons and personal counsel that comforted his parishioners during times of change, and his presence is marked among the faithful interred at Assistens Cemetery.

He also distinguished himself as a scholar and librarian at the University of Copenhagen, meticulously organizing manuscripts and promoting the study of languages so that the royal collections could edify generations of learners.