John Colet Philosopher

John Colet (January 1467 – 10 September 1519) was an English churchman and educational pioneer.Colet was an English scholar, Renaissance humanist, theologian, member of the Worshipful Company of Mercers, 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. John Colet was a friend of Erasmus, a key figure in Christian humanism.

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Birth date	January 15, 1467
Birth place	London , Kingdom of England
Date of death	September 10, 1519
Place of death	London , Kingdom of England
Era	Renaissance philosophy
Main interest	Politics Theology History