John Colet, English humanist
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John Colet, English humanist
John Colet (1467-1519), English humanist and reformer. Colet was born in London and educated at St. Anthonys School and at Magdalene College, Oxford. He studied in France and Italy before returning to England when he took orders and settled at Oxford. he held several clerical posts before becoming Dean of St. Pauls in 1505. On his fathers death Colet inherited a large sum and used some of it to found St. Pauls School. Although Colet never envisaged a breach with the Church of Rome, he wished to reform the common Christianity by removing the concepts of auricular confession and celibacy of the clergy. He was an early Christian humanist, who tried to link classics with the teachings of the church and had much influence on later theologians. This engraving
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This print captures the essence of John Colet, an influential figure in English history. John Colet, born in London in 1467, was not only a renowned humanist but also a reformer who sought to bring positive change to Christianity during the 16th century. Educated at St. Anthony's School and Magdalene College, Oxford, Colet furthered his studies in France and Italy before returning to England. Ordained as a clergyman, he eventually became the Dean of St. Paul's Cathedral in 1505. Colet's dedication to education led him to establish St. Paul's School using his inheritance after his father passed away. His vision went beyond traditional teachings; he aimed to bridge the gap between classical knowledge and Christian doctrine. While never intending to break away from the Church of Rome completely, Colet challenged certain practices such as auricular confession and celibacy among clergy members. As one of the early Christian humanists, John Colet left an indelible mark on future theologians with his unique approach that combined classical wisdom with religious teachings. This remarkable engraving by Todd-White Art Photography beautifully encapsulates the spirit of this visionary reformer whose ideas continue to inspire generations even today.
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