Born in 1493
Simon Grynaeus
Theologian and Scholar of Reformation
Born
1493 532 years ago
Died
August 1st, 1541 484 years ago — 48 years old
A prominent German theologian and scholar, primarily associated with the Protestant Reformation. Grynaeus contributed significantly to the development of Protestant theology and education during a transformative period in European Christianity. He played a critical role in the establishment of the University of Heidelberg and was involved in the reform of church practices and instruction. His works included writings on the law and gospel, as well as critiques of Catholic doctrines.
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