Joseph Hergenröther
Historian and cardinal in Germany
Born
1824
201 years ago
Died
October 3rd, 1890
134 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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