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Christian Fried. Boerner

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Christian Fried. Boerner

CHRISTIAN FRIEDRICH BOERNER German churchman, educator and classical scholar. Date: 1683 - 1753

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1683 1753 Churchman Educator Fried Friedrich Scholar


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In this evocative portrait, Christian Friedrich Boerner (1683-1753) is depicted as a thoughtful and introspective scholar, his penetrating gaze fixed on an unseen horizon. Boerner was a prominent German churchman, educator, and classical scholar of the early Enlightenment period. He was born in the small town of Schmalkalden in Thuringia, and studied theology at the University of Jena. Boerner's scholarly pursuits led him to delve deeply into the classics, particularly the works of Plato and Aristotle. He was a prolific writer, publishing numerous works on theology, philosophy, and education. Boerner's most famous work, "Institutiones Theologicae," was a comprehensive theological textbook that was widely used in German universities for generations. As a churchman, Boerner was deeply committed to the reformed faith and served as a pastor and theologian in several churches in Thuringia. He was also an influential educator, serving as the rector of the Collegium Carolinum in Jena and the headmaster of the Gymnasium in Schmalkalden. Boerner's educational philosophy emphasized the importance of a well-rounded education that included both classical learning and practical skills. Despite his many accomplishments, Boerner's life was not without controversy. He was a vocal critic of the Pietist movement, which emphasized emotional religious experiences over intellectual study. Boerner believed that a true faith required both reason and emotion, and his views put him at odds with some of the more radical Pietists. Despite these challenges, Boerner's influence on German theology, philosophy, and education was significant. He is remembered today as a man of deep learning and unwavering commitment to the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. In this portrait, we see a man who embodies the spirit of the Enlightenment, with its emphasis on reason, learning, and the power of the human mind.

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