Luis Antonio de Castro y Castillo
Former Catholic Bishop
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Luis Antonio de Castro y Castillo (died 1653) was a Roman Catholic prelate who served as Bishop of La Paz (1647–1653).[1]
Most Reverend Luis Antonio de Castro y Castillo | |
|---|---|
| Bishop of La Paz | |
| Church | Catholic Church |
| Diocese | Diocese of La Paz |
| In office | 1647–1653 |
| Predecessor | Francisco de la Serna |
| Successor | Martín Velasco y Molina |
| Personal details | |
| Born | |
| Died | 7 October 1653 |
Biography
Luis Antonio de Castro y Castillo was born in Alcala la Real.[2] On 13 September 1647, he was selected as Bishop of La Paz and confirmed by Pope Innocent X on 13 January 1648.[1][2] On 26 April 1648, he was consecrated bishop by Juan de Arguinao y Gutiérrez, Bishop of Santa Cruz de la Sierra.[2] He served as Bishop of La Paz until his death on 7 October 1653.[1][2]
