Isaac de Beausobre

French pastor and theologian

Isaac de Beausobre - Thinkers & Philosophers born 1659
Born

1659
367 years ago

Died
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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