Caesar Baronius

Italian cardinal and ecclesiastical historian

Caesar Baronius - Italian cardinal and ecclesiastical historian
Born

1538
487 years ago

Died

June 30th, 1607
418 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Italy

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A key figure in the Catholic Church, held the position of cardinal. Baronius was an influential historian whose work focused on ecclesiastical history from the early Church to his time. Authored 'Annales Ecclesiastici', a significant multi-volume series detailing the history of the church. Played a vital role in the Counter-Reformation efforts and contributed to the development of critical examination of historical texts. His scholarly pursuits shaped the way church history was understood and taught.

Authored 'Annales Ecclesiastici'

Served as a cardinal in the Catholic Church

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