Ferdinand Christian Baur

Theologian and biblical scholar

Ferdinand Christian Baur - Theologian and biblical scholar
Born

June 21st, 1792
233 years ago

Died

1860
165 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

Links & References

Contributed significantly to the study of early Christianity and the development of New Testament theology. Founded the Tübingen School, which focused on understanding the historical context of Christianity. Engaged in critical scholarship that analyzed the historical Jesus and the apostolic era. Published works that explored the relationship between Judaism and early Christianity.

Founded the Tübingen School of theology

Developed theories on the historical context of Christianity

Published critical works on the New Testament

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