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Author : Erasmus

Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus (28 October 1466 – 12 July 1536), known as Erasmus of Rotterdam, was a prominent Dutch Renaissance humanist, Catholic priest, teacher, and theologian. Renowned as the "Prince of the Humanists," he excelled in classical scholarship and wrote in a refined Latin style. Erasmus made significant contributions to religious thought by preparing influential Latin and Greek editions of the New Testament, which sparked debates crucial to both the Protestant Reformation and the Catholic Counter-Reformation. His notable works, including *The Praise of Folly* and *On Free Will*, reflect his critical stance towards the abuses within the Catholic Church and his call for reform, all while maintaining a commitment to traditional faith and the authority of the pope. Despite the tensions of his time, Erasmus sought a middle path, advocating for reform from within the Church rather than breaking away. He passed away in Basel, where he was laid to rest in the Basel Minster, leaving behind a legacy that would resonate through the ages.