Edward Stillingfleet
Theologian and scholar of Anglicanism
Born
April 17th, 1635
389 years ago
Died
1699
326 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1635, a prominent British theologian and scholar contributed significantly to Anglican theology. Stillingfleet's writings addressed various theological issues and controversies of the time, particularly focusing on the relationship between scripture and tradition. He served as the Bishop of Worcester and engaged in public debates with leading dissenters of the Church. His works often emphasized the importance of reason in understanding faith and defending the Church's position against nonconformist views.
Authored 'Irenicum' addressing religious unity
Served as Bishop of Worcester
Published critical theological texts against dissent
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