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The story of Stanislaw Skaczewski (Lith. Stanislav Skaševskis) (†1579), coming from the gentry and having moved to Samogitia from Masuria in Poland (Szczytno, Zakročin) in the first half of the 16th century, and that of his family is sufficient proof that emigrants from the Polish gentry were well-adjusted to the life in GDL. Furthermore, it adds vivid details to the development of Reformation process in this region and sheds light on the influence of clientele relations in Evangelical movement.
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Stanislaw Skaczewski was a well-educated person, quite likely having done some university studies. His decision to move to Samogitia was based on practical motives, such as career opportunities and the prospect of improving his financial position. Religious motives were also important. He is beli

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