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During the Reformation, the Catholic church was suspicious of any sedition against them. Erasmus' works were subtly seditious of the Catholic church, and therefore the people were at some risk if they owned a book by Erasmus.
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Who was the prince of the humanists?
Erasmus
Where did Desiderius Erasmus live?
He originated from Rotterdam,England then traveled around afterwards because he was orphaned as a small boy.
Who was one of the most influential thinkers of the renaissance?
That probably depends on who you ask, but a good argument could be made for Erasmus (Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus) who lived from 1466-1536.
Was Disederius Erasmus married and did he have any children?
No, he was not...
What impact did Erasmus have on society or the world?
Erasmus was Luther's inspiration to begin the Reformation of the Catholic Church. Also, he translated the Bible into Latin for the Europeans to read.
What did erasmus Darwin do?
Erasmus Darwin was an English physician, natural philosopher, physiologist, and a prolific writer who is best known for his work in the fields of botany, biology, and evolution. He was also the grandfather of Charles Darwin, the renowned naturalist who developed the theory of evolution by natural selection. Erasmus Darwin's ideas and writings laid the foundation for evolutionary theory and greatly influenced the scientific thought of his time.
What has the author Erasmus Hort written?
Erasmus Hort has written: 'The Bible book' -- subject(s): Bible, Bibliography, Study
Famous book by Erasmus in which he poked fun at greedy merchants quarrel some scholars and pompous preists?
In Praise of Folly is the book by Erasmus in which he poked fun at those people.
Who was the author of In Praise of Folly?
the author of "in praise of folly" is Desiderius Erasmus
What has the author Erasmus Darwin French written?
Erasmus Darwin French has written: 'The power of destiny' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Poetry, Spanish-American War, 1898
What happens to Erasmus and Sarah in the book the Sacred Hunger?
Erasmus falls in love with Sarah while they are characters in the play. Erasmus wants to marry Sarah and asks her father for permission, which he grants upon her turning 18. Once Erasmus' father commits suicide it is no longer suitable for him and Sarah to marry. (It is not profitable for the Wolpert's). They go their separate ways. Erasmus has to try to make up for his father's debt and clear his name. Both Erasmus and Sarah end up marrying different people.
What famous thing did erasmus write making fun of the government?
His book "Laus Stultitiae" ("in praise of foolishness').
Was Erasmus a Jew?
No. Erasmus was a Catholic Priest.
When was Erasmus Prize created?
The Erasmus Prize was created in 1958.
When was Erasmus born?
Erasmus was born on October 27, 1466.
How did Erasmus die?
Erasmus died from dysentery during the night.
What did Erasmus criticize in his book praise of folly?
He criticizes pilgrimages, fasts, relics, and the Church's interpretation of The Bible.
