Isaac de Beausobre
French pastor and theologian
Born
1659
366 years ago
Died
June 5th, 1738
287 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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Contributed significantly to the fields of theology and philosophy. Served as a pastor in various locations and engaged in extensive theological writings. Translated many works, contributing to the understanding of doctrines and biblical texts. His analysis often focused on the nature of free will and grace within Christian theology.
Authored influential theological texts
Translated key works of Christian doctrine
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