Valentin Friedland

German scholar and educationist of Reformation

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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