Karl August Credner German Protestant theologian, professor in Jena and Giessen. Date of Birth: 10.01.1797 Country: Germany

Content:

1. Karl August Credner
2. Appointment to Gießen
3. Literary Contributions
4. - "Zur Geschichte des Kanons" (1847)

Karl August Credner

Early Life and Career

Karl August Credner (1797-1857) was a German Protestant theologian and professor. In 1828, he became a private lecturer in Jena and a full professor in 1830.

Appointment to Gießen

In 1832, Credner was appointed as Professor of New Testament and Church History at the University of Gießen. His research and teachings focused on the New Testament and the history of the biblical canon.

Literary Contributions

Credner's major works include:
- "Beitr?ge zur Einleitung in die biblischen Schriften" (1832-1838)
- "Einleitung in das Neue Testament" (1836)

- "Das Neue Testament nach seinem Zweck, Ursprung und Inhalt" (1841-1847)

- "Zur Geschichte des Kanons" (1847)

- "Geschichte Des neutestamentlichen Kanons" (1860)
Decline and Death

In 1854, Credner's health began to deteriorate, affecting his speech and memory. He eventually lost the ability to speak altogether and passed away on July 16, 1857, in Gießen.

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