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Henry More

English philosopher (1614-1687) · Academics · Died at 72

Henry More was an English philosopher, Anglican priest, theologian, and poet, associated with the Cambridge Platonists. He sought to reconcile Platonism with Christian theology and responded critically to Cartesian philosophy.

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Awards

Fellow of the Royal Society

About this person

His metaphysical writings addressed the nature of spirit, matter, divine providence, and the soul, and he was a prominent voice in seventeenth-century religious and philosophical debates.

Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1614 to 1687 · aged 72