John Colet (January 1467 – 10 September 1519) was an English churchman and educational pioneer.
Colet was an English scholar, Renaissance humanist, theologian, and Dean of St. Paul’s Cathedral, London. Colet wanted people to see the scripture as their guide through life. Furthermore, he wanted to restore theology and rejuvenate Christianity. Colet is an important early leader of Christian humanism as he linked humanism and reform. Colet influenced Erasmus, a key figure in Christian humanism.
Read more about John Colet: Childhood and Education, Time Abroad, Holding Office, Sermons, A Christian Humanist, Studied Over Time, Other Works, Lasting Influence of Colet, Colet's Convocation Sermon (1512)
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