Rudolf Otto

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Rudolf Otto

Religious Studies

#57

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Comparative Religion

#9

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Theology

#122

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Rudolf Otto

Philosophy

#493

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Logic

#5699

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• Religious Studies
• Philosophy

Why Is Rudolf Otto Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Rudolf Otto was an eminent German Lutheran theologian, philosopher, and comparative religionist. He is regarded as one of the most influential scholars of religion in the early twentieth century and is best known for his concept of the numinous, a profound emotional experience he argued was at the heart of the world's religions. While his work started in the domain of liberal Christian theology, its main thrust was always apologetical, seeking to defend religion against naturalist critiques. Otto eventually came to conceive of his work as part of a science of religion, which was divided into the philosophy of religion, the history of religion, and the psychology of religion.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Rudolf Otto?

Rudolf Otto is affiliated with the following schools:

• University of Erlangen–Nuremberg
• University of Marburg
• University of Wrocław