Valentin Friedland
German scholar and educationist of Reformation
Born
February 14th, 1490
535 years ago
Died
1556
469 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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A key figure in the German Reformation, contributed to advancing educational reforms and promoting the study of the Scriptures. Played an integral role in the establishment of a Protestant educational framework. Actively participated in the dissemination of Reformation ideas, influencing religious and academic thought during the 16th century.
Contributed to educational reforms in Protestantism
Promoted Scripture study during the Reformation
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