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Desiderius Erasmus

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Noun1.Desiderius Erasmus - Dutch humanist and theologian who was the leading Renaissance scholar of northern EuropeDesiderius Erasmus - Dutch humanist and theologian who was the leading Renaissance scholar of northern Europe; although his criticisms of the Roman Catholic Church led to the Reformation, he opposed violence and condemned Martin Luther (1466-1536)


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The name of the programme originates from Desiderius Erasmus Rotterdamus, a 15th century Dutch humanist and theologian who studied in the best monastic schools throughout Europe.
The name of the programme originates from Desiderius Erasmus Rotterdamus, a 15th century Dutch humanist and theologian who studied in the best monastic schools throughout Europe.
Named after a Dutch humanist and theologian of the 16th century, Desiderius Erasmus, the program encourages a genuine spirit of inquiry and mutual exchange.
 
 
 
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