Gottfried Arnold
Historian and theologian, authored works
Born
September 5th, 1666
359 years ago
Died
1714
311 years ago — 48 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Born in 1666, a prominent historian and theologian in 17th-century Germany, focused on church history and controversies within Protestantism. Authored significant works including 'Unpartheyische Kirchen- und Ketzerhistorie', which examined heresy and religious dissent. His writings critically assessed church history, promoting theological investigation and reflection.
Authored 'Unpartheyische Kirchen- und Ketzerhistorie'
Explored religious controversies in Protestantism
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