Joseph Hergenröther

Historian and cardinal in Germany

Joseph Hergenröther - Historian and cardinal in Germany
Born

1824
201 years ago

Died

October 3rd, 1890
135 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

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A prominent German historian and cardinal, contributed significantly to Catholic ecclesiastical history and theology. Played a crucial role in the 19th-century Catholic revival and the emergence of modern church history as an academic discipline. Was a key figure in the First Vatican Council, which addressed issues of papal authority and church governance. Authored several important works on church history, including 'Die Lehrentwicklung der römischen Kirche' and 'Kirchengeschichte'.

Contributed to Catholic ecclesiastical history

Participated in the First Vatican Council

Authored 'Die Lehrentwicklung der römischen Kirche'

Wrote 'Kirchengeschichte'

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