Salomo Glassius

Theologian and Biblical critic

Salomo Glassius - Theologian and Biblical critic
Born

1593
432 years ago

Died

July 27th, 1656
368 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

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Contributed significantly to biblical exegesis and theology in the 17th century. Authored several works that examined the scriptures from a critical perspective. Emphasized the importance of context and language in understanding biblical texts. Served as a professor of theology at the University of Jena, shaping theological thought during this period.

Published 'Philologus Sacra' in 1654

Served as professor at University of Jena

Influenced biblical criticism

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