Ferdinand Christian Baur
Theologian and biblical scholar
Born
June 21st, 1792
232 years ago
Died
1860
165 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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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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