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Desiderius Erasmus

Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus (28 October c. 1466 – 12 July 1536), commonly known in English as Erasmus of Rotterdam or simply Erasmus, was a Dutch Christian humanist, Catholic priest and theologian, educationalist, satirist, and philosopher. Through his works, he is considered one of the most influential thinkers of the Northern Renaissance and one of the major figures of Dutch and Western culture.

Dutch Renaissance humanist, Catholic priest, and theologian

Born 28 October 1466
Died 12 July 1536

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Dutch Renaissance humanist, Catholic priest, and theologian

Born 28 October 1466
Died 12 July 1536

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