Database of Christian Theologians.

Augustine of Hippo

Western Church Early Church (30-500 AD)

354 - 430

North African theologian whose writings influenced Western Christianity, particularly on topics of divine grace, original sin, and the Church.

John Calvin

Reformed Reformation (1500-1650 AD)

1509 - 1564

French theologian and reformer who systematized Protestant theology with emphasis on divine sovereignty and predestination.

Jonathan Edwards

Reformed Modern (1650-1900 AD)

1703 - 1758

American revivalist preacher and theologian who played a critical role in the First Great Awakening.

Karl Barth

Neo-orthodox Contemporary (1900-Present)

1886 - 1968

Swiss theologian known for his emphasis on the transcendence of God and critique of liberal theology.

Martin Luther

Lutheran Reformation (1500-1650 AD)

1483 - 1546

German monk whose 95 Theses sparked the Protestant Reformation, emphasizing justification by faith alone.

Autobiographical work that details Augustine's conversion to Christianity and his reflections on faith.

Augustine's response to the sack of Rome, contrasting the earthly and heavenly cities.

Comprehensive system of theology addressing the existence of God, ethics, and the nature of Christ.

Luther's propositions challenging the practice of selling indulgences, which sparked the Reformation.

Calvin's systematic exposition of Reformed Protestant theology.