Simon Kimbangu

Religious Leader

Birthday September 12, 1887

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace DR Congo

DEATH DATE Oct 12, 1951 (64)

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About

Religious leader who was known for being the founder of Kimbanguism, a sectarian branch of Christianity based in Africa with over 5 million followers.

Before Fame

He converted into a Baptist in 1915, and worked as a catechist for many years until 1921.

Trivia

He was arrested and convicted in 1921 after being charged with sedition.

Family Life

His family came from Nkamba, and his father was a traditional religious leader.

Associated With

He was a leader like Nelson Mandela.