Herman Bavinck

Dutch theologian and philosopher

Herman Bavinck - Dutch theologian and philosopher
Born

December 13th, 1854
170 years ago

Died

1921
104 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Netherlands

Links & References

A prominent figure in the Reformed theological tradition, contributed significantly to systematic theology and philosophy. Bavinck's work emphasized the relationship between faith and reason. Authored the influential four-volume work, 'Reformed Dogmatics,' which serves as a critical resource for Reformed theology. Engaged in education as a professor in several institutions, including the Free University of Amsterdam, and participated in the public discourse on various theological issues, shaping the landscape of Protestant thought during the early 20th century.

Authored 'Reformed Dogmatics'

Served as a professor at the Free University of Amsterdam

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