Eric initiates the process of getting his…

1135 CE

Eric initiates the process of getting his half-brother Canute Lavard canonized, and establishes an abbey at Ringsted to document reports of miracles at Canute's grave.

Eric wants to establish the divine right of kings, and canonizing Canute will support his claim on the throne. (Canute will finally be canonized in 1170.)

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