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This is one of Erasmus most famous writing pieces

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Desiderius Erasmus: Toleration and Peace | Heroes of Progress | Ep. 43

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Erasmus writing one of his most famous books, "The Praise of Folly" an evaluation of the Church’s corruption and abuse of power. 

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Erasmus writing one of his most famous books, "The Praise of Folly" an evaluation of the Church’s corruption and abuse of power. 

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Erasmus wrote many poems and books over his lifetime like "Adagia" which were sayings from classical authors to promote wisdom and teachings

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Erasmus wrote many poems and books over his lifetime like "Adagia" which were sayings from classical authors to promote wisdom and teachings

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Desiderius Erasmus was born in Rotterdam, Netherlands on October 27, 1466, as an illegitimate child. (Whitters) His father was Roger Gerard, who was a priest, and his mother was Margaret. He had one elder half brother named Peter. When Erasmus was young both of his parents had died from the plague leaving him an orphan. He was given into the care of a religious group and monastery school called the Brethren of the Common Life.  (Whitters) Erasmus received his earliest education in Catholic teaching.  This is where he began questioning religious practices.  He developed an interest in classical literature, philosophy, and the humanist movement.  (Whitters) His education had to stop though because he didn’t have enough money and he became a monk.  This allowed him to have access to many books which helped him study the classics and humanist ideas

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The three most important things Erasmus accomplished was educational reform, religious criticism and reform, and humanist thought

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Overall, Erasmus is best known for humanist thought and promoting religious reform.  He helped create the path for religious and educational change and allowed future generations to question the normal beliefs and systems.  He certainly left his mark on history and showed me what individual thinking can achieve.

Sadly, on July 12, 1536 after suffering with kidney stones and arthritis, he died in Basel, Switzerland at the age of 69. (Erasmus’ Last Years)