Adolf von Harnack
German historian and theologian
Born
1851
174 years ago
Died
June 10th, 1930
95 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Developed historical-critical methods in theology
Published 'History of Dogma'
Promoted scientific study of Christianity
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