Georgius Calixtus

Georgius Calixtus

Georgius Calixtus or Calisen (December 14, 1586 – March 19, 1656) was a German Lutheran theologian.

Calixtus was born in Medelby, Schleswig. Beginning in 1609, he travelled for four years in Germany, Belgium, England, and France. Learning different Protestant teachings, he tried to create a "unified theology". For this, he was accused of syncretism for the ecumenical spirit in which he had learned in consequence to treat both Catholics and Calvinists, and for considering the Apostles' Creed a broad enough basis for Christian union and communion, which might embrace both. His friends, however, stood by him, and he retained the position he held in the Lutheran Church. For all of the legitimate controversy surrounding him, he continues to be recognized for his emphasis on the unity of the church.

From 1614 until his death in 1656, he taught theology at the University of Helmstedt. He died in Helmstedt.

The term "Consensus Quinquesaecularis" of Calixtus was later popular among some Anglican Latitudinarians. [ [http://www.lcms.org/ca/www/cyclopedia/02/display.asp?t1=c&word=CONSENSUSQUINQUESAECULARIS Consensus Quinquesaecularis] article in Christian Cyclopedia]

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