David Strauss
German theologian and writer (1808–1874)
Biography
David Friedrich Strauss (German: Strauß; 27 January 1808 – 8 February 1874) was a German liberal Protestant theologian and writer who influenced Christian Europe with his portrayal of the "historical Jesus", whose divine nature he explored via myth.
Strauss argued that many Gospel narratives are myths, where "myth" means not mere falsity but the imaginative expression of religious truth; however, he rejected orthodox supernatural claims about Jesus and did not simply affirm Jesus' divine nature in the traditional doctrinal sense.
His work was connected to the Tübingen School, which revolutionized study of the New Testament, early Christianity, and ancient religions. Strauss was a pioneer in the historical investigation of Jesus.
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Career highlights
Notable works
- The Life of Jesus Critically Examined
Family
- Spouse(s)
- Agnese Schebest
- Children
- Friedrich StraußFritz Strauß
- Parents
- Johann Friedrich Strauß
Quick answers about David Strauss
- How old was David Strauss?
- David Strauss died on February 8, 1874 at the age of 66.
- When is David Strauss's birthday?
- David Strauss was born on January 27, 1808.
- Where was David Strauss born?
- David Strauss was born in Ludwigsburg.
- What is David Strauss's zodiac sign?
- David Strauss's zodiac sign is Aquarius.
- What is David Strauss's nationality?
- David Strauss is a citizen of Kingdom of Württemberg, Switzerland.
- What does David Strauss do?
- David Strauss is known as philosopher, biographer, writer, Christian theologian.
- Who has David Strauss been married to?
- According to Wikidata, David Strauss's spouse is or was Agnese Schebest.
- How many children did David Strauss have?
- Wikidata lists 2 children of David Strauss.
