José de Anchieta was a Spanish Jesuit missionary born in 1534 in the Canary Islands. He is best known for his work in Brazil, where he played a significant role in the evangelization of the indigenous peoples. Anchieta arrived in Brazil in 1553 and dedicated his life to education, linguistics, and the promotion of Christianity. In addition to his missionary work, Anchieta was a skilled writer and is credited with creating one of the first grammars of the Tupi language. He also founded several settlements and schools, contributing to the cultural and social development of Brazil. José de Anchieta passed away in 1597 and was later canonized as a saint.