Erasmus

Erasmus: His Life, Works, and Influence Upon the Spirit of the Reformation is a book written by Arthur Elley Finch and published in 1875. The book provides a comprehensive biography of Desiderius Erasmus, a Dutch philosopher, theologian, and writer who lived during the Renaissance period. The book delves into Erasmus' life, including his upbringing, education, and career as a scholar. It also explores his major works, such as his translations of the New Testament and his famous satire, The Praise of Folly. The author examines Erasmus' impact on the Reformation, a religious movement in the 16th century that aimed to reform the Catholic Church. Erasmus' ideas, which emphasized individual faith and the importance of reading the Bible, influenced many of the key figures of the Reformation, including Martin Luther and John Calvin. The book also discusses Erasmus' relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Thomas More and Pope Leo X. It provides a detailed analysis of Erasmus' legacy and his lasting influence on the development of Christianity and Western thought. Overall, Erasmus: His Life, Works, and Influence Upon the Spirit of the Reformation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and ideas of one of the most important thinkers of the Renaissance.A Lecture Delivered Before The Sunday Lecture Society, On Sunday Afternoon, February 28, 1875.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.