Cornelius Jansen
Theologian and Bishop with Augustinus
Born
October 28th, 1585
439 years ago
Died
May 6th, 1638
386 years ago — 52 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Netherlands
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Jansen served as a bishop and theologian, contributing significantly to Catholic doctrine. He was a prominent figure in the development of Jansenism, a religious movement that emphasized predestination and grace. Augustinus, his major work published posthumously, argued against the prevailing doctrines of Jesuitism and emphasized a return to early Church teachings. The publication influenced religious thought and sparked theological debates during the 17th century.
Authored Augustinus, a significant theological work
Contributed to the Jansenist movement in Catholicism
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