Historical Figures · 21st Century
Cardinal Wolsey’s Last Words
“Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit.”— Cardinal Wolsey, Unknown
Who Was Cardinal Wolsey?
Limited biographical information is available about Cardinal Wolsey.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Cardinal Wolsey's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Cardinal Wolsey died in 1530; George Cavendish's contemporary biography records his final words as variations of commending his soul to God, making this biblical quote plausible though exact wording varies in sources.
Sources
- biography Cavendish's Life of Wolsey
Legacy
Cardinal Wolsey's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Cardinal Wolsey’s last words?
“Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit.”
How did Cardinal Wolsey die?
Cardinal Wolsey died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Cardinal Wolsey’s last words documented?
Cardinal Wolsey died in 1530; George Cavendish's contemporary biography records his final words as variations of commending his soul to God, making this biblical quote plausible though exact wording varies in sources.
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