Kaj Munk

Kaj Munk was a Danish priest, playwright and author, born on 13 January 1898 in Maribo, Denmark and killed on 4 January 1944 on Hørbylunde Bakke near Silkeborg by German Nazis during the Second World War.

He was one of the most prolific and respected playwrights in Denmark in his time, and his works are still popular today. His plays include "A Citizen of the World", "Father", "The Professor" and "Erasmus Montanus", and his writings also include poetry, short stories and essays.

Kaj Munk was also a prominent figure in the Danish church and often preached against Nazism and fascism. He stood up for human and religious freedoms and fought against injustice and oppression.

His work has had a major impact on Danish literature and culture, and his commitment to human rights and social justice has made him an inspiration to many. His life and work are still the subject of extensive studies and debates, and his role in Denmark's history is indisputable.