Leonhard Hutter

Theologian and academic, wrote "Locorum Theologicorum"

Leonhard Hutter - Theologian and academic, wrote "Locorum Theologicorum"
Born

1563
462 years ago

Died

October 23rd, 1616
409 years ago — 53 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

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A prominent theologian and academic affiliated with the Lutheran tradition, contributed significantly to Protestant theology during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Authored "Locorum Theologicorum," a substantial work that addresses various theological concerns of the time. Engaged in the theological debates that characterized the Reformation era, particularly in the context of Lutheran orthodoxy. Served as a professor, influencing the education and development of future theologians in Germany.

Authored "Locorum Theologicorum"

Contributed to Lutheran theological debates

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