Sophia

Sophia , 1630-1714, electress of Hanover, consort of Elector Ernest Augustus. She was the daughter of Frederick the Winter King and Elizabeth of Bohemia, who was the daughter of James I of England. In 1701, Parliament settled on her and her issue the succession to the English throne (see Settlement, Act of ), and in 1714 her son, George I , became king of England. Sophia was noted for her wide intellectual interests.

Sophia female name. St Sophia was the legendary mother of three virgin martyrs, Faith, Hope, and Charity; she supposedly died three days after their death, while praying at their tomb. The legend originated in the Eastern Church, and can be understood as an allegory of Divine Wisdom (Hagia Sophia, see also St Sophia at saint) from whom proceed the virtues of faith, hope, and charity. Her feast day is 30 September.

Sophia (1630–1714) Electress of Hanover, granddaughter of James I and widow of the Elector of Hanover. Sophia was recognized as heir to the English throne by the Act of Settlement (1701), to ensure a Protestant succession and prevent the return of the Catholic Stuarts. When she died, her son, the current Elector, became king as George I.