Isaac de Beausobre

French pastor and theologian

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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