Desiderius Erasmus

Erasmus, often known as Desiderius Erasmus or just Erasmus, was one of the greatest thinkers of the Renaissance. He was a well-known figure in classical literature and a Patristic scholar.

He frequently recalls this strict communal system where he spent his boyhood seeking monastic vocations and where he later developed a profound love of classical literature. In his later years, he pursued theological studies. Erasmus was adamant about spreading classical studies throughout the world, and as a result, he attracted a few students to the university. These students' legacies were eventually used in humanist schools.

He is well known for penning the New Testament and saying that "the Christian people would be spared countless conflicts if the Gospel were sincerely preached." He attracted a large following through his teachings, and finally he oversaw a widespread reformation. His sermons played a critical role as a trigger for both the Catholic Counter- and Protestant Reformations. The former architect of the religion, which was heavily governed by the political elite, was completely altered by him. His copious works in Latin and Greek, as well as his sarcastic writings, contribute to the reformations.

Born: October 27, 1469 October 27, 1466?

Died: July 12, 1536 (aged 66)

Notable Works: “Adagia”; “Antibarbarorum liber”; “De libero arbitrio”; “De sarcienda ecclesiae concordia”,...