Andreas Osiander

Protestant theologian, reformed doctrine

Andreas Osiander - Protestant theologian, reformed doctrine
Born

December 19th, 1498
526 years ago

Died

October 17th, 1552
472 years ago — 53 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

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Born in 1498, a German Protestant theologian played a significant role in the development of Protestant teachings during the Reformation. He served as a professor of theology in the University of Königsberg and contributed extensively to Reformed doctrine. Osiander's major work includes the reformulation of the doctrine of justification and the introduction of a distinct understanding of the atonement. His writings and theological positions were influential and often sparked debates among contemporaries, including Martin Luther. Osiander emphasized the idea of faith and the nature of Christ's role in salvation, which shaped Protestant theology in the subsequent years.

Developed reformed doctrine of justification

Contributed to the understanding of atonement

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