1631-1702
A.k.a. Peder Pedersen Syv
Danish priest, folklorist and linguistics historian (Februar7 22, 1631 - February 17, 1702), Named "Syv" after his birthplace, the village Syv near Roskilde. Mainly known for his collecting of old Danish sayings, rhymes and verses. Though credited for lyrics these most likely are collected Peder Syv rather than actually written by him.