Daniello Bartoli

Italian Jesuit priest and historian

Daniello Bartoli - Thinkers & Philosophers born February 12th, 1608
Born
Died

1685
341 years ago — 77 years old

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Thinkers & Philosophers

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Italy

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Born in 1608, this Jesuit priest operated as a historian and theologian within the Society of Jesus. Engaged in extensive missionary work and education, wrote several important theological texts. Authored 'La vita di Gesù Cristo', which discussed the life of Jesus and had considerable influence within Jesuit circles. Contributed to Jesuit scholarship through writings on various subjects, including history and morality.

Authored 'La vita di Gesù Cristo'

Produced significant theological texts

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