Erasmus Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Desiderius Erasmus?
A
A Catholic Priest
A Humanist
A Dutchman
2
Q
What are the major Works of Erasmus?
A
- Praise of Folly
2. Edition of New Testament in Greek and Latin
3
Q
What did Erasmus do in Renaissance?
A
He contributed by translating bible into Greek and Latin.
He called for the Reformation of Churches.
4
Q
Who was Erasmus’ friend?
A
Sir Thomas More.
5
Q
What is “The Praise of Folly” about?
A
a satire on superstitious abuses of Catholic doctrine and corrupt practices of Roman Catholic Church—to which Erasmus was ever faithful. Folly takes on Erasmus’ own chastising voice.
6
Q
“No Man is wise at all Times, or is without his blind Side.” - this line is taken from which work?
A
“The Praise of Folly”
