Georg Calixtus

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Georg Calixtus

Religious Studies

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Theology

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• Religious Studies

Georg Calixtus's Degrees

• Doctorate Theology Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg

Why Is Georg Calixtus Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Georg Calixtus, Kallisøn/Kallisön, or Callisen was a German Lutheran theologian who looked to reconcile all Christendom by removing all differences that he deemed "unimportant". Biography Calixtus was born in Medelby, Schleswig. After studying philology, philosophy and theology at Helmstedt, Jena, Giessen, Tübingen and Heidelberg, he travelled through Holland, France and England, where he became acquainted with the leading reformers. On his return in 1614, he was appointed professor of theology at Helmstedt by the duke of Brunswick, who had admired the ability he displayed when a young man in a dispute with the Jesuit Augustine Turrianus.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Georg Calixtus?

Georg Calixtus is affiliated with the following schools:

• Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg
• University of Helmstedt