Friedrich Schleiermacher
German theologian
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About Friedrich Schleiermacher
Fredrich Schleiermacher was a German philosopher, biblical scholar, and theologian.
Early Life
Friedrich Schleiermacher was born to Gottlieb Schleiermacher and Katharina-Maria Schleiermacher. He began his education by enrolling in the Moravian School. He later went through teachings in German Idealism and Berlin Romanticism. He later got to attend the University of Halle, where he focused on theology.
Career
Schleiermacher started to develop skepticism about Christianity and out rightly rejected the religion. He then became a private tutor and, after two years, became a chaplain at the Charite Hospital in 1796. He later found God again and served as a pastor from 1802 to 1804.
In 1804, he became a professor of theology at the University of Halle. Schleiermacher was well known for his efforts to merge the criticisms of the unbelievers with traditional Protestant Christianity.
Personal Life & Death
Schleiermacher married Henriette von Willich in 1809. The couple lost their only son in 1829. He died in 1834 due to pneumonia.
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F.A.Q. about Friedrich Schleiermacher
When is his birthday?
Friedrich Schleiermacher's birthday is on November 21, 1768.
In how many days is his birthday?
Friedrich Schleiermacher's birthday is in 210 days
How old was Friedrich Schleiermacher when he died?
He was 65 years old.
When did he die?
He died in January 12, 1834.
How old would he be today?
Friedrich Schleiermacher would be 255 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Friedrich Schleiermacher from?
He was born in Wrocław, Silesia Province, Prussia.