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Joachim Vadian

1484-11-29 – 1551-04-06

Portrait of Joachim Vadian
Kupferstich von Joachim von Watt oder Vadianus, Joachim (1484-1551); Humanist, Theologe, Bürgermeister von Sankt GallenCredit: Johann Adam Lonicerus

Life & Legacy

Joachim Vadian (29 November 1484 – 6 April 1551), born as Joachim von Watt, was a humanist, scholar, mayor and reformer in the free city of St. Gallen.

Occupation & Career

theologian, university teacher, historian, physician, physician writer, humanist, philologist, Protestant reformer, politician

Education

University of Vienna

Faith & Community

Protestantism

Legacy Highlights

Church

Protestantism

Employer

University of Vienna

Education & Institutions

University of Vienna

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q116098 — wikidata View source

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